Outdoor Power Equipment Sales & Maintenance Specialist Farm & Home Hardware – Ashland, Ohio

Position Summary The Outdoor Power Equipment Sales & Maintenance Specialist is responsible for assisting customers with outdoor power equipment purchases, providing product education, performing equipment setup, and supporting basic maintenance and service coordination. This role helps ensure customers receive the right equipment solutions while maintaining a clean, organized, and fully stocked department.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Sales & Customer Service

Assist customers in selecting outdoor power equipment including lawn mowers, chainsaws, trimmers, blowers, snow blowers, generators, and related accessories

Provide product demonstrations and explain features, operation, and maintenance requirements

Build strong customer relationships and promote repeat business

Recommend accessories, attachments, fuel products, and service plans

Maintain knowledge of product lines, promotions, and financing options

Equipment Setup & Maintenance Support

Assemble and prepare equipment for customer pickup or delivery

Perform basic setup including fluid checks, blade installation, battery installation, and startup testing

Educate customers on safe operation and routine maintenance procedures

Assist with service scheduling, repair intake, and warranty coordination

Perform basic preventative maintenance tasks when needed

Merchandising & Inventory Support

Maintain organized, clean, and retail-ready equipment displays

Ensure proper pricing, signage, and product presentation

Assist with stocking, inventory counts, and receiving equipment shipments

Support seasonal product transitions and department organization

Qualifications

Strong customer service and communication skills

Mechanical aptitude or willingness to learn equipment operation and maintenance

Ability to lift 50 pounds or more

Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions

Strong work ethic and team-oriented attitude

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in outdoor power equipment, landscaping, or small engine repair

Previous retail sales experience

Basic troubleshooting or mechanical repair knowledge

Work Environment

Combination of showroom, warehouse, and outdoor work

Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and seasonal peak periods

Seasonal position with opportunity to promote.