Engine Service Associate

| Updated: 04/27/23

In the spirit of “Making Dreams Come True” an Engine Service Associate's responsibilities are to perform small engine service on gas and electric golf cars.

Positions available in multiple locations.

Responsibilities:

  • Communicate estimate with appropriate person, Service Coordinator / Customer.
  • Plans work procedure to maintain Quality and Safety.
  • Raises cart, with hydraulic jack or hoist, to gain access to mechanical units bolted to underside of vehicle.
  • Adjusts points, valves, carburetors, distributors, and spark plug gaps, using feeler gauges.
  • Reassembles engines after repair or maintenance work is complete.
  • Records repairs made, time spent, and parts used.
  • Obtains problem descriptions from customers and prepares cost estimates for repairs.
  • Tests and inspects engines to determine malfunctions, to locate missing and broken parts, and to verify repairs, using diagnostic instruments.
  • Repairs or replaces defective parts such as magnetos, water pumps, gears, pistons, and carburetors, using hand tools.
  • Sells parts and equipment as part of their job function.
  • Shows customers how to maintain equipment. 
  • Removes units such as engine, transmission. 
  • Disassembles unit and inspects parts for wear. 
  • Relines and adjusts brakes, aligns front end, repairs, or replaces shock absorbers.
  • Installs / repair Electric Motors, Battery systems, charging systems and accessories. 

Education/Experience Requirements:

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Benefits for Full-Time eligible positions:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance | Basic Life & AD&D | Voluntary Life Insurance | HSA/FSA & 401k | PTO & Paid Holidays | The Villages® Charter School eligibility | and much more!