Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Seeking a proficient Shop Manager and Seasoned Mechanic to become a valuable addition to our team. The perfect candidate will possess organizational skills, advanced skills in the maintenance and repair of a range of trucks, trailers, skid loaders, and small engines utilized on a daily basis within a Landscape Contractor setting. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the seamless and effective functioning of our operations. The position requires an acceptable driving record as field repairs will be needed.

Location: Shakopee, MN, US

$26 - $38 Hourly

• Maintain a clean and organized Shop and Yard, ensuring tools and equipment are properly stored.
• Perform routine maintenance, diagnose issues, and make repairs on a fleet of trucks, trailers, zero-turn mowers, spray rigs, and other equipment.
• Keep detailed records of maintenance performed and parts used.
• Utilize new software for tracking equipment/truck/skid loader repairs.
• Maintain a clean and organized Shop and Yard, ensuring tools and equipment are properly stored.
• Come up with a better system than currently used, for employees to place broken equipment.
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with safety and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Communicate effectively with the management team regarding the status of vehicles and equipment.
• Year-Round Work.
• Trucks are mostly Ram Trucks 2019-2025, Mowers are mostly Scag and Exmark, Skid Loaders are CAT, Heavy Duty Trucks are Ford F750.
• Be punctual and report to work daily.
• Field repair of mowers and landscape equipment during the summer months. Trucks/Trailers as needed.
• During plow events, be available in truck to service on-site skid loaders and trucks/plows in the field and fill-up skid loaders using truck bulk diesel tank.

• Proven experience as a mechanic with a focus on both truck and trailer maintenance, skid loader, and small engine repair.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with hydraulics preferred (mower/skid loader/front end loader/Hook Truck)
• Welding and light fabrication experience preferred. Mainly used for making repairs.
• Ability to research mechanical issues on your own using the internet, product manuals, and current vendors.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Organizational Qualities in terms of shop/tool/yard organizing.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training or certification in automotive or small engine repair is a plus.
• Plowing experience preferred, but not required.

Apex Companies Inc, based in Shakopee, MN, provides a wide range of services, such as landscape design, ground maintenance, snow/ice management, & irrigation. We serve residential, commercial, & multifamily properties throughout the MN Twin Cities, & suburbs.

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