Automotive Mechanic - SLC Ground Service

SkyWest Airlines; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Profit sharing

Travel benefits

Growth opportunities

Shift trade flexibility

Tool allowance

Rewarding work

Job summary

SkyWest Airlines, the largest independently owned regional airline, is seeking an Automotive Ground Service Mechanic in Salt Lake City, UT. You will maintain ground equipment and support ramp personnel to promote safety and on-time arrivals/departures.

Requirements include one year of automotive/ground service equipment experience, a valid driver's license, and a flexible schedule that covers all shifts. A safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and team-driven attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• One year automotive/ground service equipment experience or training.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair ground equipment including tugs, belt loaders, deicing gear, and more.
• Travel to SkyWest locations to repair equipment.
• Prep and paint equipment; complete ramp checks as needed.
• Assist training apprentices when needed.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Safety conscious

Team player

Detail oriented

Flexible schedule

Tools

Tool set knowledge

Basic hand tools

Screwdrivers & pliers

Pneumatic impact wrench

Job description

About SkyWest

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
• Great team atmosphere
• Numerous growth opportunities within the company
• Shift trade flexibility
• Tool allowance
• Rewarding work

Primary Job Duties

This position is located in Salt Lake City, Utah.

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

Minimum Requirements

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

SkyWest Automotive Ground Service Mechanics are required to maintain a Basic Tool Set as outlined below. Tool allowances are available to assist in obtaining and maintaining this set.

• 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

Preferred Skills:

• ASE Certifications in brakes, steering and suspension, electrical, and diesel engines
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Automotive schooling

Physical And Other Requirements

• 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.