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Job Description
Grade 15 - Starting Hourly Rate: $20.95. The rate of pay depends on qualifications.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Small Engine Mechanic is responsible for repairing and maintaining small tool and related engine equipment, both gas and diesel. Maintains equipment inventory and equipment maintenance records.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Discusses equipment issues, maintenance plans, and work performed with customers.
- Performs routine engine maintenance, such as lubricating parts and replacing spark plugs.
- Tests and inspects engines for malfunctioning parts.
- Adjusts components according to specifications.
- Repairs or replaces worn, defective, or broken parts.
- Maintains and repairs small engines, both gas and diesel, including hydraulic equipment.
- Sharpens all types of blades used on pipe cutters.
- Assists in the maintenance, repair and operation of the tool room function to include housekeeping.
- Performs preventative maintenance work, such as checking oil and fluid levels on all equipment.
- Maintains inventory records on repairs made, parts ordered, and parts inventory.
- Coordinates work of crew members, assuring completion of necessary tasks.
- Keeps vehicle records.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
DECISION MAKING- This position works under general supervision.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS- High School Diploma or GED.
- Two (2) years’ work experience in the operation, repair and maintenance of small equipment, both diesel and gasoline type engines and hydraulic equipment, to include two (2) years’ experience in the operation, maintenance, and sharpening of pipe cutter equipment.
- Must successfully complete the required training for operation of equipment within four (4) months of hire date.
- Valid Class C Texas Driver’s License.
- Ability to report to work on time, maintain a good attendance record, and work all designated work schedules.
JOB DIMENSIONS- Thorough knowledge of small tools/equipment, to include hydraulics and small engine equipment, both gas and diesel.
- Working knowledge of safety practices and procedures while making mechanical repairs.
- Knowledge of various pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.
- Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair equipment with accuracy and speed and ability.
- Ability to create effective working relationships with employees.
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Ability to maintain written equipment maintenance records.
List of Equipment for Small Engine Mechanics:
The following equipment is currently considered to be generally appropriate for this position. Additional equipment not on this list must be of similar size, weight and complexity.
Gas & Pneumatic tools including:- Water Pumps
- Shoring Jacks
- Shoring Pumps
- Jackhammers
- Chipping Hammers
- Portable Generators
- Towable Air Compressors
- Chop Saw
- Walk-behind Saw
- Guillotine Pipe Saw
- Traveling Saw
- Forklift
- Front-end Loader
- Backhoe
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Physical requirements include lifting/moving up to 50 pounds. Subject to pushing, pulling, lifting, reaching, carrying, sitting, standing, walking, climbing, bending, crawling, squatting, kneeling, stooping, crouching, balancing, handling, fingering and working in cramped and strained positions for long periods of time to perform job scope. Requires visual acuity, speech and hearing.
Working conditions are in a shop environment and outside elements with exposure to rain/humid conditions, extreme heat, hot fluids, high noise levels, hazardous chemicals, fuel/exhaust fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, vibration, snakes, poisonous insects, traffic, rugged terrain and construction sites. Will regularly work near moving mechanical parts. Occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is moderately loud.
May be required to work hours other than regular daytime hours such as rotating shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays and on-call.
San Antonio Water System values the contributions of all its employees, providing them the best in compensation and benefits. The benefits package is designed to attract and retain a workforce of qualified employees who share a responsibility in providing quality water to 1 million consumers.
From an affordable medical and dental plan to life-sustaining retirement and insurance plans, we offer benefits that reward employees for their commitment to a challenging career at SAWS. Employee benefits include the following:- Competitive, market-based salaries
- Performance-based incentives
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Prescription drug program
- Vision care plan
- Two retirement plans
- Deferred compensation plans (457 plan)
- Disability income
- Paid leave (vacation, sick, personal)
- Education assistance program
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible, tax-deferred health and dependent care spending accounts
- Wellness programs
- On-Site Fitness Facilities
- Community service opportunities
Closing Date/Time: 2/1/2026 11:59 PM Central -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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San Antonio Water System
Show moreThe San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is a public utility owned by the City of San Antonio. SAWS serves 2 million people in Bexar County as well as parts of Medina and Atascosa counties. The population includes more than 511,300 water customers and 457,600 wastewater customers. SAWS actively seeks out public participation in its operations and planning, while SAWS volunteers strive to help their neighbors in need.
As an industry leader in conservation and water and wastewater management, SAWS provides sustainable, affordable water services. To deliver responsible water services, our investment in our employees – one of our greatest assets – ranks as a top priority.
San Antonio Water System's Board of Trustees has adopted mission, vision and values statements that serve as a foundation to move the utility forward through 2050 and reinforce San Antonio's much-deserved reputation as Waterful.
Our Mission: Sustainable, Affordable Water Services / Our Vision: To be leaders in delivering responsible water services for life. / Our Values: Excellence, Integrity, Respect and Safety.
SAWS is a values-based organization that believes in diversity in all aspects of our business. At SAWS, we attract and retain the finest individuals whose diverse talents drive innovation. We recognize that differences in race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, physical ability or any characteristic protected by law, enrich and empower our work environment. We respectfully infuse diversity in our daily work lives with the knowledge that people from a variety of backgrounds and life experiences make connections that make SAWS a success.
SAWS is committed to providing our employees with a healthy, safe, and rewarding work environment where all employees have an equal opportunity for professional and personal growth. SAWS employees go beyond what is expected – developing remarkable, award-winning programs in conservation, water resources, watershed protection and wastewater treatment.
Why Choose a Career at SAWS?
For Your Work-Life Balance: SAWS is proud to invest in its employees by offering a variety of paid time off to help meet the work-life balance goals of you and your family.
For Your Professional Growth: Professional growth is key to both our employees’ success as well as SAWS’. That’s why SAWS offers a number of professional development opportunities that achieve both personal and company goals.
For Your Future: Achieving your personal financial goals is an important part of your life. SAWS makes it easy for employees to save for retirement by providing several retirement plan options.
For Your Health: SAWS offers a range of health, dental and vision benefits, and Wellness Programs to help meet each employee’s needs.
For your Protection: SAWS offers life insurance and disability coverage to meet the need for protection against life’s unexpected events.
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