Airport Gate Systems Technician (24/7)

PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS PROVIDERS; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS PROVIDERS seeks a Mechanical Technician to support gate and terminal operations at San Francisco. You will inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electromechanical systems for airport infrastructure including PBBs, PCA units, 400 Hz power, HVAC, pumps, and related facilities.

Work is in an active airfield with strict safety, regulatory, and communication requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in mechanical maintenance within industrial/airport/large facility environments.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems up to 480 VAC.
• Knowledge of HVAC, pumps, motors, compressors, and rotating equipment.
• Ability to read electrical schematics, mechanical drawings and manuals.
• Proficiency with hand/power tools and electrical testing equipment.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and work at heights, in confined spaces, and outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electromechanical systems supporting airport operations.
• Maintain and repair Passenger Boarding Bridges (PBBs), gate equipment, PCA units, HVAC systems (RTUs, air handlers, compressors, fans), 400 Hz ground power systems, pumps, motors, sewage lift stations, dewatering systems, and glycol recovery systems.
• Safely operate and troubleshoot electrical systems up to 480 VAC including motor controls, VFDs, and control circuits.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues using schematics, manuals, and test equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance in accordance with OEM specifications.
• Read and interpret mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and control documentation.
• Work with VFDs, PLC-controlled systems, sensors, and associated controls.
• Document work performed and corrective actions using a CMMS.
• Communicate clearly with other shifts, supervisors, and airport stakeholders.
• Follow all safety requirements including lockout/tagout, confined space, PPE, and airfield safety protocols.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

HVAC knowledge

Reading schematics

CMMS documentation

Safety compliance

Education

EPA 608 Type II certification or Universal

Tools

Maximo CMMS

Job description

PROFESSIONAL BUSINESS PROVIDERS seeks a Mechanical Technician to support gate and terminal operations at San Francisco. You will inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical and electromechanical systems for airport infrastructure including PBBs, PCA units, 400 Hz power, HVAC, pumps, and related facilities.

Work is in an active airfield with strict safety, regulatory, and communication requirements.