Mechanic 2

Description

Ryan Lawn & Tree is one of the most respected names in lawn and tree care — a $100M+ company serving Kansas, Missouri, Iowa, Oklahoma, and Nebraska. We're on a mission to raise the bar for our industry, and that starts with hiring great people and treating them right.

Do you take pride in keeping equipment running at its best? Ryan Lawn & Tree is looking for an experienced Mechanic 2 for our Shawnee, KS branch to keep our fleet of vehicles and equipment safe, reliable, and ready to work.

Our field teams count on dependable trucks, mowers, sprayers, and machinery to serve our clients every day. You'll handle preventative maintenance and repairs, diagnose problems, keep accurate service records, and help your coworkers take better care of the equipment they use. If you like solving problems, working with your hands, and being part of a team, we'd like to meet you.

What You'll Do

Maintain and Repair the Fleet

- Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on all Ryan Lawn & Tree vehicles, equipment, and machinery
- Use computerized diagnostic tools to find and fix problems
- Weld and complete minor fabrication as needed
- Conduct maintenance inspections and keep the fleet in line with DOT guidelines
- Coordinate with outside vendors on repairs that need to be sent out

Keep Things Organized

- Log maintenance records and data in Fleetio daily
- Monitor parts and supply inventory
- Keep the shop floor and workspace clean and organized
- Pick up and deliver equipment and parts

Support the Team

- Communicate daily with field teams about repair timelines, maintenance expectations, and equipment issues
- Train and coach new hires and field associates on best practices for equipment care
- Give input on capital equipment planning for different departments
- Help manage a safe, efficient fleet within the maintenance budget

Requirements

- 4+ years of mechanic experience, or a vocational certification or associate's degree in mechanical repair
- Strong knowledge & experience for preventative maintenance and repair for diesel trucks (Silverado to Freightliner), small construction equipment (skid steer to spreader), and hydraulic system repairs (mini-skid steer to bucket trucks and grapple loaders)
- A thorough understanding of the DOT inspection process
- Experience with computerized diagnostic equipment
- Welding and minor fabrication skills
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities
- Excellent organization, attention to detail, and communication skills
- A valid driver's license
- The ability to lift 50 pounds and work in tight spaces in and under vehicles
- Successful completion of position-specific Ryan U training and field assessment
- General knowledge of the Great Game of Business (GGOB) and department operations is a plus

Why work at Ryan?

In addition to being a non-smoking, EEOC-compliant company with real advancement opportunities, we offer:

- Full-time, year-round employment, compensation will be based on capabilities, experience, and certifications
- Excellent benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
- 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401(k) with company match
- Uniforms provided
- 11 paid holidays plus 1 floating personal holiday
- 17 Paid Time Off (PTO) Days

Ryan Lawn & Tree is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

**All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen (including marijuana), criminal background check, MVR check, and DOT physical (where applicable) before starting employment. Candidates must meet all screening requirements as a condition of employment.