Airline Services Technician-Engineer

Allegheny County Airport Authority; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Dental plans

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Pension plan

Life insurance

Job summary

Allegheny County Airport Authority is seeking an Airline Services Technician - Engineer to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot, and repair complex conveyor systems and related equipment. You will work with Electricians and Mechanics, handling major overhauls and occasional structural repairs in a 24/7 airport environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, an apprenticeship or equivalent training, and strong knowledge of conveyor components, welding, and three-phase power.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of an apprenticeship or equivalent training from a trade/technical school or military training.
• Current PA Class C license or ability to obtain one; provide personal hand tools.
• Knowledge of stationary engineer practices, conveyor maintenance.
• Safety precautions and injury prevention knowledge.
• Welding skills: ARC, MIG, TIG.
• Understanding of 480 VAC and 110 VAC power.

Skills

Industrial maintenance

Conveyor maintenance

Troubleshooting

Welding ARC MIG TIG

Three-phase power

Ladder logic

Hand tools

Safety procedures

Education

High School diploma or GED

Completion of apprenticeship or trade school

Military training or equivalent

Tools

Personal hand tools

Clipper belt lacers

Conveyor components knowledge

Job description

Let Your Career Take Flight!

We're committed to being a global aviation leader driving innovation, regional growth and prosperity by investing in our employees, customers, airlines, and partners.

The ACAA's Airline Services Technician - Engineer will report to the Manager, Airline Services and assumes responsibility for preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of the conveyor systems and its ancillary equipment.

Perform unscheduled repairs and major overhauls to the baggage system.

This job requires the Engineer to work as a member of a composite crew in conjunction with Electricians and Mechanics.

Responsibilities

Work safely and abide by all ACAA safety guidelines.

Develop or participate in the job safety analysis procedures.

Perform conveyor preventive maintenance in accordance with the OEM's recommendations or ACAA preventive maintenance program.

Perform unscheduled repairs to conveyor systems, including but not limited to repair and replacement of: conveyor belting, conveyor belt lacing, head and tail pulleys, carrying rollers, snub rollers, return rollers, conveyor structure, all associated shafts and bearings, baggage pusher assemblies, baggage diverters including horizontal and vertical units, power turn assemblies both chain-driven and belt-driven, tip chutes, fixed chutes, makeup and claim units including flat plate units as well as pallet support devices.

Occasionally will be required to make major and minor structural repairs due to damage caused to equipment.

Perform light fabrication of components.

Perform overhaul of components including but not limited to: gear boxes, cycloidal, helical and worm -driven models, belt assemblies, cog -type, power turn type and merge type.

Air filter replacements on passenger boarding bridges.

May be required to participate in the job safety analysis program administered by the Authority.

Perform other related tasks as assigned or required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• Five years’ experience in Industrial Maintenance.
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the craft or equivalent training at an accredited trade or technical school, or military training.
• Current, valid Pennsylvania Class C driver’s license or ability to obtain the same; and Must provide his/her own personal hand tools.
• Considerable knowledge in the practices, methods, tools and materials of the Stationary Engineer trade with a concentration on conveyor maintenance.
• Knowledge in occupational hazards and techniques of safety precautions and injury prevention programs.
• Knowledge in standard practices of welding, steel, aluminum and stainless steel, including ARC, MIG, and TIG type welding.
• Proficient at using acetylene torches for burning purposes.
• Proficient use of "Clipper-type" belt lacers.
• Basic understanding of three phase power including voltages of 480 VAC along with single phase 110 VAC.
• Proficient understanding of ladder logic circuitry for troubleshooting.
• Ability to replace and set up variable frequency drives.
• Ability to take direction from ACAA management personnel, and/or Foreman.
• Ability to work well with others.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance.

Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee frequently works in hot/cold weather conditions and is frequently exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud. Employee may be assigned or scheduled to work all shifts at a 24/7 operation, seven days a week including holidays. Subject to remain on duty beyond assigned working hours to provide assistance during extenuating circumstances.

Medical Examination

Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-offer (initial employment or promotion) physical examination performed by the Authority's examining physician.

Drug Testing

Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-offer (initial employment or promotion) drug screening. Continued employment may be subject to drug and alcohol testing conducted without advance notice and without individualized suspicion.

Pre-Employment Investigation

Must pass a thorough investigation, consisting of a criminal history check (including but not limited to the requirements of CRF 1542.209 and 1542.3), verification of prior employment and performance, reference and credentials checks.

Caring For Our Crew

• We offer two plan options for healthcare coverage from high-quality insurance carriers, as well as an ACAA-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that will help offset the cost of many medical expenses.
• ACAA employees pay almost $1,200 less per year in healthcare payroll contributions than the average employee in other companies, according to market surveys.
• When HRA funding is included, the health-plan deductibles paid by ACAA employees are about $1,200 lower on average than the costs paid by employees of other companies.
• ACAA does not require that employees meet a separate deductible for pharmacy expenses before prescription-drug coverage kicks in.
• ACAA's dental plans (included with healthcare coverage) offer an option covering children's orthodontia.
• Employees also can take advantage of a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to help pay for health care and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis.
• All eligible full-time ACAA employees participate in the Allegheny County Employees Pension Plan, a defined-benefit plan that vests after 10 years of service.
• Employees also may participate in a Deferred Compensation Plan, which allows them to contribute part of their pay on a pre-tax basis into long-term retirement investments.
• A robust Employee Assistance Program (including access to free counselling sessions, financial guidance, and care coordination).
• Life insurance options, a wellness program, and eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program round out ACAA's exemplary benefits.

About Allegheny County Airport Authority

The Allegheny County Airport Authority, which manages Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) and Allegheny County Airport (AGC), is committed to transforming Pittsburgh's airports to reflect, connect and serve the community, inspire the industry and advance the region’s role as a world leader. Pittsburgh International Airport serves nearly 10 million passengers annually to 63 direct routes. PIT's CEO Christina Cassotis has been recognized for numerous leadership awards. In 2025, she was named Pittsburgher of the Year by Pittsburgh Magazine. PIT recently opened a new, modernized pre-security terminal and Terminal Garage, designed for and by the people of the Pittsburgh region. This new airport represents more than a decade of planning, preparation and work from the ACAA team. It serves as the region’s front door to the world, connecting the world to Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh to the world.

ACAA is an equal-opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, and veteran status.

Hard work, innovation and fun. You'll find all three in our corporate culture where working hard and working smart go hand in hand. We have a number of events, programs and initiatives that enhance our employees’ experiences and provide opportunities for recreation and recognition.

Allegheny County Airport Authority (ACAA), which manages Pittsburgh International Airport and Allegheny County Airport, is committed to transforming Pittsburgh’s airports to reflect and serve the community, inspire the industry, and advance the region’s role as a world leader. Pittsburgh International Airport serves more than 9 million passengers annually on 17 carriers.