Small Engine & Equipment Mechanic

About the role

A full-time Small Engine & Equipment Mechanic is sought for the After-Sales & Service department in the Shuwaikh Industrial Area, Kuwait. The role is primarily workshop-based and covers inspection, diagnosis, maintenance and repair of small gasoline and diesel engines, as well as agricultural, gardening, construction and industrial equipment.

Key responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair small 2-stroke and 4-stroke gasoline and diesel engines
• Service and repair portable generators, water pumps, pressure washers and other engine-powered equipment
• Maintain and repair chainsaws, brush cutters, hedge trimmers, lawnmowers and other gardening equipment
• Repair light construction and industrial equipment such as compactors
• Perform engine overhauls, component replacements and preventive maintenance
• Identify mechanical, fuel, ignition, cooling and basic electrical faults, and use diagnostic tools and measuring instruments
• Carry out pre-delivery inspections and functional tests after repairs, and keep accurate records of inspections, spare parts used and working hours
• Coordinate with the Spare Parts Department and maintain workshop tools, equipment and work areas in a clean and safe condition
• Follow manufacturer service manuals, maintenance procedures and safety standards, and verify equipment before returning it to customers

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years of practical experience repairing small engines and engine-powered equipment
• Good knowledge of 2-stroke and 4-stroke gasoline engines; small diesel engine experience is an advantage
• Experience servicing generators, water pumps, gardening equipment or light construction machinery
• Ability to read technical manuals and spare parts diagrams
• Technical diploma or vocational training in mechanical engineering or automotive technology preferred
• Basic English communication skills
• Valid Kuwaiti driving licence

Required skills

• Strong mechanical troubleshooting ability and ability to work independently
• Familiarity with workshop tools and diagnostic equipment
• Attention to detail, good time management and willingness to learn new equipment technologies