Small Engine Repair Technician/Sales Associate - Ace Hardware

Join our team!  Associate will be responsible to repair and

assemble items such as but not limited to; lawn mowers, blowers, weed whackers,

generators, pressure washers, chain saws and other machines/items.  Associate will additionally be working on the

sales floor and required to make customer deliveries when there are no machines

to be repaired or assembled. Training will be provided in sales floor knowledge,  We are a Stihl authorized dealer, any

knowledge of Stihl branded machines is a plus and associate completing the provided

Stihl branded certification training is a requirement.

Qualifications/Responsibilities

·      

Mechanical:

1-3 years of experience preferred. Must have small engine repair experience

including but not limited to chainsaws, pole-saws, hedge-trimmers, grass

trimmers, lawnmowers, pruners, snowblowers, and leaf-blowers.

·      

Increasing

Revenue for the category. Assist with

merchandising and maintaining product displays to maximize sales opportunities

and enhance the overall store appearance.

·      Actively sell units on the sales floor

of the store whenever possible.

·      Maintain inventory accuracy reporting

any inconsistencies to the store management team.

·      Ensure the shop area is always clean

and safe.

·      Provide product demonstrations and

startups for customers and employees.

·      Follow accepted safety practices while

always servicing all units.

·      Assemble all incoming units for sale.

·      Usage of dollies, pallet jacks,

merchandise carts and forklifts to be used as necessary to help the completion

of your job.

·      Ability to use a computer for parts

inquiries, ordering, and receiving orders.

·      Ability to handle multiple projects

and tasks with a high attention to detail.

·      Ability to work with minimal

supervision, independently.

·      Strong problem-solving and

organizational skills.

·      A valid Driver's License and good

driving record to perform deliveries.

Physical

Requirements

The minimum

physical requirements for this position include:

·        

Move and

handle boxes of merchandise and fixtures throughout the store.

·        

Ability to

stand for an extended period.

·        

Assist

customers with heavier items -- Must be able to lift and carry up to 60lbs as a

part of regular duties. Must be able occasionally, with assistance, lift to

80lbs.

We are your local hardware store and we are a part of your community. Ace Hardware has over 5,000 stores around the world with the majority of those stores independently owned and operated by local entrepreneurs. These hard working men and women are part of the fabric of your community. They are small business owners who are local and loyal...just like it ought to be. While others have become large and impersonal, at Ace, we've remained small and very personal. That's why we say a visit to Ace, is like a visit to your neighbor.

Salary

$16 - $18 per hour

Benefits

Flexible schedule, Paid time off, Health insurance, Dental insurance, Vision insurance, Employee discount, Paid training, Mileage reimbursement

Job Type

Full time, Part time

Schedule

Other