Airport Ground Support Equipment Mechanic | Diesel & Fleet

Swissport International; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 41,328,000 - 49,594,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Swissport International is seeking a Heavy Equipment & Fleet Mechanic to inspect, repair, and maintain a diverse fleet of ground support equipment at our Seattle, WA operation. No aviation experience is required; we provide training on airport-specific equipment and systems.

The position offers hourly pay between $30.00 and $36.00, full-time benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and holidays; travel for training may be required and safety training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license.
• Must have Clear ID
• Trade school training and or a mechanical background preferred.
• Good command of the English language both verbal and written
• Good oral and verbal communication skills
• Good computer skills.
• Willing to clean and maintain a safe workshop.
• Willing to travel when necessary for training or to assist other SP stations with GSE needs as required

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive all types of GSE equipment – motorized and non-motorized.
• Perform and show competence in preventive maintenance per established schedules on all ground support equipment
• Provide trouble-shooting and diagnostic assessment of ground support equipment as required
• Hydraulic knowledge or basics necessary. Must be willing to learn hydraulic systems
• Airport deicing training will be required. Reporting to work during snow, Ice and cold weather required. Overtime is necessary during weather emergencies
• Will be working outside in all weather conditions year-round
• Remove malfunctioning ground support equipment from service and ensure GSE is not returned to service until malfunction has been accurately diagnosed and repaired
• Respond to emergency service calls as well as accidents involving ground support equipment
• Complete all maintenance/repair documentation consistent with carrier, station, airport authority, municipal, state, federal and SP requirements
• Comply with all federal, provincial, municipal, airport authority and carrier security requirements
• Will retain a motor vehicle driver’s license for both air side / non airside in good standing at all times
• Follow all safety guidelines set out by WCB, EPA, WHIMIS, and SP management
• Keep GSE shop and its equipment always clean and serviceable, report all deficiencies to management
• Fuel equipment as necessary with full regard for all safety and environmental requirements
• Will liaison with Ramp management, customers and staff in a professional manner when needed
• Work as a self-starter and report to shop leads daily

Skills

Valid driver's license

Clear ID

English language proficiency

Education

Trade school training or mechanical background

Tools

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Job description

Swissport International is seeking a Heavy Equipment & Fleet Mechanic to inspect, repair, and maintain a diverse fleet of ground support equipment at our Seattle, WA operation. No aviation experience is required; we provide training on airport-specific equipment and systems.

The position offers hourly pay between $30.00 and $36.00, full-time benefits including health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and holidays; travel for training may be required and safety training will be provided.