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Part-Time Preventative Maintenance Technician

From The Ground Up

Owatonna, MN 55060 • 9/2/2026

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

We areseekinga dependable and detail-oriented Part-Time Equipment Maintenance Technician to support our lawn care, landscaping, and snow removal operations. This position focuses primarily on preventative maintenance, equipment cleanliness, inspections, blade sharpening, and documentation to help ensure our fleetremainssafe, reliable, and ready for daily operations.

The ideal candidate enjoys working with equipment, takes pride in keeping machines in excellent condition, and canidentifyand communicate maintenance needs. While mechanical experience is helpful, we are willing to train the right candidate whodemonstratesa strong work ethic, attention to detail, and interest in learning.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform routine preventative maintenance on lawn care, landscaping, and snow removal equipment.
  • Sharpen, replace, andmaintainmower blades to ensure quality performance.
  • Clean andmaintaincompany equipment, vehicles, trailers, and attachments to company standards.
  • Check andmaintainfluid levels, tire pressure, batteries, belts, filters, and lubrication points.
  • Conduct routine inspections of equipment to identify wear, damage, or safety concerns.
  • Document equipment condition, damages, maintenance performed, and repair needs.
  • Maintainaccuratemaintenance records and preventative maintenance schedules.
  • Assistwith seasonal equipment preparation, including spring startup and winterization activities.
  • Monitor equipment for operational readiness and communicate concerns to management.
  • Organize andmaintainshop areas, parts inventory, and maintenance supplies.
  • Assistin coordinating outside repairs when necessary.
  • Support a culture of equipment accountability and asset care throughout the organization.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Interestin equipment, machinery, and preventative maintenance.
  • Ability to learn maintenance procedures and follow established processes.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and take ownership of assigned responsibilities.
  • Mechanical experience or training preferred; training provided for the right candidate who enjoys working with equipment and takes pride in keeping machineryoperatingat its best.

Desired Characteristics

  • Dependable and self-motivated.
  • Takespride in clean, organized, and well-maintained equipment.
  • Strong observational and documentation skills.
  • Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
  • Safety-conscious and detail-oriented.
  • Strong workethicand commitment to quality.

Physical Requirements

  • Ability tolift upto 50 pounds.
  • Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching.
  • Ability to work in both indoorshopand outdoor environments.
  • Ability to safelyoperateequipment and use basic hand tools.