Airport - Equipment Mechanic

City of Melbourne, FL; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Melbourne, FL is seeking an Equipment Mechanic to perform inspection, maintenance, and repair of airport vehicles and equipment. The role supports airfield operations under the supervision of the Airfield Supervisor and requires basic automotive skills and the ability to work independently while learning more advanced diagnostic methods.

The position requires a Florida Class B CDL, six months of repair experience, and the ability to maintain detailed maintenance records.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum six (6) months of documented automotive and/or equipment repair service maintenance experience.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and work orders.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test malfunctioning equipment to diagnose problems.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment, including oil changes, cleaning, and part replacements.
• Repair and replace defective parts using hand tools, milling, and welding equipment.
• Maintain an orderly work area and proper documentation of work orders.
• Order and track parts, materials, and fluids for repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Run vehicles or equipment weekly when idle; assist Level I and II technicians.

Skills

Automotive repair

Equipment maintenance

Record keeping

Safety compliance

Technical reading

Team work

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Florida Class B CDL

Airfield Movement Area Driver Training

Airfield Inspection Training

ASE Certification path (A-Series / T-Series)

Tools

Fleet management software

Airport-related software

Job description

Under the general direction of the Airfield Supervisor, these positions perform skilled mechanical work involving the inspection, general repair, maintenance, and servicing of automotive vehicles, equipment, and related systems. The position requires the application of sound judgment, technical knowledge, and individual initiative in performing routine work and special assignments. Work is performed with appropriate independence based on the nature and complexity of the assignment and is reviewed through reports, maintenance and service records, completed work, and the operational performance of vehicles and equipment.

This classification is an entry-level in the Airport Career Progression series. The incumbent performs a range of minor services, including inspecting and performing maintenance and basic repairs to various forms of equipment; maintains, services, and repairs engines on small equipment; operates a variety of hand, power, and shop tools; assists journey-level technicians. The incumbent will progressively learn to use more specialized diagnostic equipment and begin working independently on assignments.

• Inspect and test malfunctioning equipment to diagnose the nature of any problems.
• Reassemble equipment after completion of inspections, testing, or repairs.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment, including oil changes, cleaning, and part replacements.
• Repair and replace defective parts, using hand tools, milling and woodwork machines, and welding and cutting equipment.
• Maintain an orderly work area to include wiping up spills, neatly storing tools and parts, properly discarding old or unused parts and materials, and sweeping the area.
• Develop accurate maintenance and repair records in compliance with regulatory and department requirements.
• Document maintenance and repair activities on work orders and maintain equipment and vehicle logs, daily inspection logs, and NOTAM records.
• Order and track parts, materials, and fluids needed for repairs and preventive maintenance programs as required, following the Airport’s Procurement and Purchasing policies.
• Run all vehicles or equipment sitting idle on a weekly basis.
• Escort contractors and vendors as needed
• Assist Level I and II technicians in completing equipment maintenance and repairs on trucks, heavy equipment, and other types of specialized equipment vehicles.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Drives vehicles and equipment on Airport ramps, taxiways, aircraft parking areas, and safety areas.
• Coordinates radio directions from the Air Traffic Control Tower via the Airport ground control radio frequency.
• Conducts FAR Part 139 airfield inspections (to include safety inspections of runways, taxiways, aircraft parking areas, and lighting systems); assesses airfield conditions for safe aircraft operations, records discrepancies, issues airport NOTAMs, and generates work orders as required.

• Conducts inspections of airport facilities, ensuring satisfactory levels of service, repair, and maintenance, generating work orders as required.

Note: The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The information provided is not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job, and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual. The job description is subject to change by the Airport as the needs of the Airport and requirements of the job change.

All positions must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Driver’s License. Applicants who possess an out-of-state driver's license must obtain a Florida license within 10 (ten) days of employment.

Equipment Mechanic

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum six (6) months of documented automotive and/or equipment repair service maintenance experience.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and work orders.

Required Within Six (6) Months of Hire

• Florida Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) or higher.
• Airfield Movement Area Driver Training.
• Airfield Inspection Training.
• Wildlife Hazard Management Training.
• Successful completion of the probationary period.

After completing the required certifications, the employee will remain in the Auto Mechanic classification for a minimum of (1) year while performing the duties identified in the job description. At the conclusion of the developmental period, the supervisor will evaluate the employee's proficiency, productivity, quality of work, and ability to independently perform the additional responsibilities before recommending advancement.
Certification Path:

• ASE Automotive (A-Series)
• ASE Medium/Heavy Truck (T-Series)
  • Employees pursuing the T-Series will also begin the EVTCC ARFF Technician certification pathway for future specialization.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Position assignments include outdoor and indoor fields, yards, office settings, and shop locations. Work location shops and field conditions are subject to varying weather conditions, heat variance from an open-air work shop and field service locations, and uneven terrain due to equipment location. Incumbents may be exposed to dust and chemicals from equipment being maintained, including paint liner stripper, vegetation spray rigs, exhaust fumes from running equipment, gases, and fluids. May be exposed to intense noise levels from the shop, machinery, and equipment. May be required to wear safety equipment, including safety shoes and boots, glasses and face shields, earplugs and muffs, protective gloves, and rain attire.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Visual acuity of 40/40
• Knowledge oof the methods, practices, tools and equipment used in automotive, truck and heavy equipment maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of the occupational operating and repair characteristics of a wide variety of automotive, truck and heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions necessary for vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of two-way radio communication skills, utilizing aviation radio procedures, and use of phonetic alphabet.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety rules.
• Knowledge of and skill in welding (preferred)
• Skilled in maintaining, diagnosing, repairing, and rebuilding a wide variety of autos, light and heavy trucks, and equipment.
• Ability to lift more than 50 pounds
• Ability to learn how to use fleet management software or airport-related software
• Ability to utilize a wide variety of reference and descriptive data and information such as work orders, inventory sheets, blueprints, and general operating manuals.
• Ability to calculate materials needs over surface distance, area, or size.
• Ability to be organized on the job site, in the shop, and in an office setting.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Must be able to clearly express, receive, and confirm both oral and written instructions; follow directions delivered via radio, spoken word, or written format; and communicate accurately and effectively.
• Ability to exercise judgement, decisiveness, and creativity in situations that may be subject to frequent change.
• Ability to see and work at night in dimly lit conditions as necessary and during inclement weather.
• Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English and to understand written and oral directions.
• Ability to work on highly technical aircraft-related operating equipment with the highest degree of safety.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other supervisors, Airport tenants, contractors, subordinates, and fellow workers.
• Ability to work various shifts as assigned.
• Ability to perform hard manual labor in all weather conditions.
• Ability to walk and work on unstable soil conditions.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions day or night, including very hot and humid weather.
• Ability to respond to emergencies in a timely manner.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Positions in this class typically require: body mobility to stand, kneel, crouch, squat, push, pull, or crawl; ability to move distances within and between, offices and field operations; lift or move up to 50 pounds occasionally, and /or up to 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects; climb stairs and ladders, and work, traverse, and balance atop of the stairs; ability to mount and dismount forklift and/ or truck; vision efficient to read up to close and at distances over 20 feet, and distinguish colors to identify road signs and signals, read color wire schematics, identify correct ordered parts, and properly identify wire harness color coding; ability to detect, distinguish, and determine odors; requires the ability to speak and hear well enough to communicate clearly and understandably in person to individuals and groups; possess manual dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively and without limitation to range and motion to operate keyboards, tools, and specialized equipment; ability to drive work vehicles on uneven roads.