Mechanic - Diesel/ Tree Crew

As a mechanic your focus will be to ensure that all equipment and vehicles are ready and working as needed through proper completion of repairs and maintenance.  You’ll accomplish this by communicating and coordinating major repairs and maintenance with Managers, as well as listening to specialists and reading Vehicle Inspection Reports and prioritizing your work. You’ll be responsible for ordering and receiving parts and supplies, as well as the proper completion of paperwork for the office and vendors. Whenever possible, you’ll train field specialists on equipment maintenance and vehicle operations.  You’ll do it all while maintaining a safe and orderly work environment in the Shop and in the Yard. This position also allows the opportunity to work with the tree crews on clients properties. whenever needed, to give assistance to tree crew- the responsbilities include: Tree trimming, removal, assisting climbers with ropes, taking brush to the woodchipper, running the stump grinder.

Looking for a place where you can thrive? 

SavATree’s mission is to take our passion for nature and keep this country’s outdoors beautiful and flourishing. Through our comprehensive tree, shrub, and lawn care we work hard to make sure our discerning customers have attractive, healthy and cared-for green spaces to enjoy. Over the last thirty years, we have opened new offices across the country, and we are looking for people who want to grow with us.

What a day is like:

Your focus will be to ensure that all equipment and vehicles are ready and working as needed through proper completion of repairs and maintenance.  You’ll accomplish this by communicating and coordinating major repairs and maintenance with Managers, as well as listening to specialists and reading Vehicle Inspection Reports and prioritizing your work. You’ll be responsible for ordering and receiving parts and supplies, as well as the proper completion of paperwork for the office and vendors. Whenever possible, you’ll train field specialists on equipment maintenance and vehicle operations.  You’ll do it all while maintaining a safe and orderly work environment in the Shop and in the Yard. You will also be responsible for all aspects of pruning, removals, cable bracing and other concepts related to tree care. Team members are able to safely operate all equipment and perform the assigned job tasks while also providing excellent service to our clients.

What kind of person are we looking for?  Someone with:

• A desire for job stability, security and quality work.  Our fleet will always have the need to be maintained by mechanics who desire and take pride in caring for their own fleet and equipment.
• Small engine repair experience
• Two-stroke engine repair knowledge
• Diesel engine repair and maintenance experience
• Experience operating and maintaining aerial lifts (bucket) trucks
• Experience with spray equipment, tanks and pumps
• Your own basic tools for engine repair and maintenance
• Ability to read and comprehend instruction manuals and diagnostic charts for purpose of learning and troubleshooting and analyze repair of a mechanical or electrical nature
• Experience with proper pruning practices including large shade trees and ornamentals
• Ability to identify native and introduced tree and shrub species and have a working knowledge of each species’ characteristics
• Experience with tree care safety standards
• Valid Driver’s license required, CDL preferred
• ASE certification a plus
• Must be authorized to lawfully work in the U.S.

Why you might love working here:

• Very competitive compensation
• Full medical benefits to include health, vision, and dental
• Paid time off and paid holidays401(K) Savings Plan

Physical Demands of this Role:

• These physical demands described must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is subject to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.  Occasionally lift and/or move over fifty (50) pounds. 

 We want everyone to be able to identify and achieve their own version of success, which means giving each employee the room and opportunity to grow. To ensure that everyone has the best chance to succeed, we invest heavily in training and continuing education. We make it easy for you to reach out and get the help you need, even when it’s from the other side of the country. This means actively fostering a collaborative culture where we come together to learn from each other and help each other succeed. We pride ourselves on creating an environment where each employee has the resources and opportunities to advance his or her career and become a go-to subject matter expert. That’s why we often say that when you work here, you thrive here.

SavATree is an equal opportunity employer and a Drug Free Workplace

This position pays between $28-$32/hr depending on experience