Benefits:

Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Small Engine Mechanic / Shop Foreman – Full-Time
Location: Summerville, SC
Schedule: Monday–Friday, Flexible Hours (7:00 AM–3:00 PM or 10:00 AM–6:00 PM)

About Us:

Lawn Doctor of Charleston, Mount Pleasant, and Summerville has proudly served the Lowcountry for over 30 years. As the Charleston area's leading lawn care provider, we are a locally owned and operated company committed to delivering reliable, high-quality service to our customers.

We are a team-oriented company guided by five core values:

Work Ethic – We show up and give our best effort, every day.
Coachable – We believe in continuous improvement and learning from one another.
Reliable – We do what we say we’re going to do, when we say we’ll do it.
Willingness to Help – We support each other and step in when needed.
Respectful – We treat our team, our customers, and our work with professionalism and care.

These values shape our culture and define how we work together.

Position Overview:

We are looking for a dedicated Small Engine Mechanic / Shop Foreman to join our team in Summerville. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining and managing our fleet, shop operations, and small engine equipment to keep our field operations running efficiently.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is reliable, coachable, and has a strong work ethic, while also being respectful and always willing to support their team.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee shop operations, fleet, and equipment maintenance
Perform preventive and routine maintenance on small engines, lawn care machinery, and company vehicles
Handle occasional on-site/roadside equipment and vehicle repairs
Maintain accurate service and maintenance records
Ensure all vehicles requiring DOT inspections are up to date
Manage and track shop inventory and parts ordering
Ensure shop safety, cleanliness, and operational readiness

Required Qualifications:

Valid South Carolina Driver’s License
Minimum of 3 years of experience in small engine or vehicle servicing
Strong mechanical knowledge and troubleshooting ability
A demonstrated work ethic and ability to work independently

Preferred Qualifications:

ASE Certification (light or medium-duty trucks – gas and diesel)
Familiarity with DOT regulations and inspection requirements
Ability to maintain parts inventory and order supplies
Experience working with chemicals and pumping systems
Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)
Coachable mindset and willingness to grow
Must be able to provide personal tools
Customer service experience is a plus

What We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking someone who:

Is reliable and punctual
Is willing to help teammates when needed
Demonstrates respectful communication with coworkers and vendors
Takes pride in maintaining clean, safe, and functional equipment
Is open to feedback and eager to improve in their role

Job Details:

Full-Time (Monday–Friday)
8-hour shifts with flexible scheduling (7:00 AM–3:00 PM or 10:00 AM–6:00 PM)
Competitive compensation based on experience
Supportive team culture with opportunities for growth

If you’re looking to join a company that values its people and operates on integrity, hard work, and mutual respect, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and become a key part of our growing team at Lawn Doctor.

Compensation: $18.00 - $27.00 per hour

Our Franchisees Need People Like You

Here at Lawn Doctor, we have a very simple approach to our work—be safe, have fun, and change the world one lawn at a time. It’s the kind of approach that, not surprisingly, has led us to the highest customer satisfaction and retention rates in the industry.

Lawn Doctor locations across the country offer phenomenal employment opportunities.* Whether you’re an experienced lawn care technician or just starting out on your career path, all you need is a passion for success and a strong work ethic to be a candidate to join your local Lawn Doctor franchise. No matter the task, our independent operators know that every Lawn Doctor employee plays an important role in providing customers with the great results they expect, while making the local community a little happier. Your work will never go unappreciated.

Since each of our franchises is locally owned, you’ll get to work for and with people in your area and become part of a close-knit Lawn Doctor family. If you enjoy working outdoors, being largely self-directed with little supervision, and would like a chance to help make the world a greener place, we would love to talk to you.

We appreciate your interest and hope to have you on board a local franchise team as soon as possible.

* All Lawn Doctor locations are independently owned and operated. All positions identified here are positions offered by individual Lawn Doctor franchisees.

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