Piala's Nursery & Garden Shop, Inc. is currently seeking a dependable Assistant Mechanic to help maintain and repair our fleet of landscaping equipment. This role is ideal for a retired or semi-retired mechanic—or a mechanically inclined individual—who enjoys working with engines and equipment but prefers flexible, part-time or seasonal hours.
If you take pride in keeping equipment running reliably and value a steady, well-organized work environment, we’d love to connect.
Our fleet includes a variety of commercial landscaping equipment, such as:
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Trimmers and blowers
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Small engine equipment
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Light- and medium-duty trucks
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Trailers and related support equipment
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Various tractor types
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Skid loaders
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Perform routine maintenance (oil changes, fluid services, filters, belts, tire replacements)
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Diagnose and repair small engines and gas-powered equipment
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Assist with general repairs on trucks and fleet vehicles
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Troubleshoot mechanical issues and recommend practical solutions
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Order parts and manage vendor relationships
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Maintain accurate records of repairs, maintenance, and parts purchases
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Coordinate offsite or specialty repairs when necessary
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Ensure equipment is safe, reliable, and ready for daily operations
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Maintain a clean and organized work area
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Flexible part-time or seasonal scheduling
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Steady, predictable workload — no flat-rate pressure
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Opportunity to share your experience and expertise
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Supportive team environment
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Meaningful, hands-on work that keeps you active
If you’re looking to stay engaged, put your skills to good use, and work on quality equipment without the demands of a full-time shop, we’d be happy to speak with you.
Apply today or reach out to learn more.
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Must be at least 18 years old
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Hold a current and valid Driver's License (Class A or B CDL is a plus, but not required)
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Ability to operate a tractor and/or skid loader to complete job duties; Must have experience operating skid loaders or be able and willing to learn
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Physical condition that allows you to meet the demands of daily tasks, including the ability to lift up to 40 lbs
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Working knowledge of routine fleet maintenance procedures
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Experience with small engine and gas engine repair
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Comfortable handling parts ordering and maintenance documentation
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Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
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Bilingual (English / Spanish) a plus
Piala's is a family owned and operated nursery, garden shop, and full service landscape design-build company located in Southeastern Wisconsin. We pride ourselves on our quality plant stock, experienced installation crews, and talented designers.
