Automotive Mechanic - SLC Ground Service
Skywest Airlines of USA
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SkyWest Airlines in Salt Lake City, UT, is seeking an Automotive Ground Service Mechanic to maintain ground equipment and support ramp personnel for safe, on-time operations.
You will troubleshoot and repair diverse equipment, travel to multiple SkyWest locations, prep/paint gear, and assist apprentice training, all while upholding SkyWest's safety and service standards.
Qualifications
- One year automotive/ground service equipment-related experience or training.
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work outdoors in all weather.
- Valid, unrestricted driver's license and legal work status in the United States.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot and repair equipment such as tugs, belt loaders, and deicing gear.
- Travel to SkyWest ground-handled cities to service equipment as needed.
- Prep and paint equipment and perform ramp checks when required.
- Assist training of apprentices and support safety and on-time operations.
- Complete other tasks as assigned by supervision.
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Job description
SkyWest Airlines, the largest independently owned regional airline, is currently in search of individuals who take pride in seeing a job done well and are ready to take on new challenges and opportunities. Come join our team in Salt Lake City, UT! This hub serves Salt Lake City and the surrounding areas and provides daily flights connecting them to locations across the country and world. As the Automotive Ground Service Mechanic, you will be responsible for maintaining SkyWest ground equipment and supporting ramp personnel to promote safety and on-time arrivals/departures.
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Customer Service/Support
- 17416
- $23.50 to 26.50 based on experience
- 11/6/2026
SkyWest Airlines, the largest independently owned regional airline, is currently in search of individuals who take pride in seeing a job done well and are ready to take on new challenges and opportunities. Come join our team in Salt Lake City, UT! This hub serves Salt Lake City and the surrounding areas and provides daily flights connecting them to locations across the country and world. As the Automotive Ground Service Mechanic, you will be responsible for maintaining SkyWest ground equipment and supporting ramp personnel to promote safety and on-time arrivals/departures.
- 401(k) with company matching
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Profit sharing and performance bonuses
- Unparalleled travel benefits for you and your family with one or more of our four mainline partners
- Shift trade flexibility
- Tool allowance
- Great team atmosphere
- Rewarding work
- Numerous growth opportunities within the company
As the Automotive Ground Service Mechanic, you will be a vital part of the operation as you maintain SkyWest ground equipment and support ramp personnel to promote safety and on-time arrivals/departures.
- Efficiently and thoroughly troubleshoot and repair various equipment, including tugs, belt loaders, pickups, deicing equipment, pushback tugs, bag carts, electric vehicles, etc.
- Travel to different SkyWest ground-handled cities to repair various equipment
- Prep and paint equipment
- Complete ramp checks as needed
- Help train apprentices when needed
- Perform other tasks as assigned
As the ideal candidate, you will exemplify all of SkyWest's Guiding Principles, most importantly Health and Safety First, Excellent Service and Quality, Personal and Operational Reliability, and Respect and Teamwork. Additionally, you:
- One year automotive/ground service equipment-related experience or training
- Positive attitude, self-motivated, a quick learner, are a team player, and safety and detailed-oriented
- Can work independently
- This position requires a flexible schedule, including split shifts that may occur during early mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays
- This position requires you to work outside in all weather conditions
- Possess a valid, unrestricted, state-issued driver's license
- Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
- Standard sockets: ¼", 3/8", and ½" drive with ratchets and extensions must range from ¼" to 1 1/4" deep and shallow
- Metric sockets: must range from 8mm - 19 mm deep and shallow
- Standard wrenches: standard ¼" to 1 ¼"
- Metric wrenches: 8mm -19 mm
- Allen wrenches: standard and metric
- Screwdrivers: Phillips, flathead, and Torx
- Pliers: standard and needle-nose pliers, and channel-locks
- Impact gun and sockets: pneumatic 1/2" and 3/8"
- Pry bars (variety of lengths)
- Automotive meter (fluke) with hertz capability
- Wire cutters, wire strippers, and wire crimpers
- Hammer
- Toolbox and travel case
- ASE Certifications in brakes, steering and suspension, electrical, and diesel engines
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
- Automotive schooling
- Paid travel as needed, including multiple day-trips and overnights stays (flying and driving)
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation
- 18 years of age or older
- This is a full-time position
- Starting at $23.50-26.50 per hour based on experience
- $75 Monthly tool allowance.
- This is a Department of Transportation safety-sensitive position.
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