Aviation Ground Support Mechanic

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS); Hempfield Township (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay app access

Award co on-the-spot awards

Medical options for full/part-time

Job summary

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) is seeking an experienced Mechanic to troubleshoot, repair and maintain the mechanical and electrical portions of the baggage handling system (BHS) and passenger boarding bridges (PBB). The role requires autonomous work or team collaboration and the ability to replace components safely and efficiently.

Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED, be 18+, hold a valid driver’s license, be able to obtain an Airport ID badge, and be willing to work a 24/7 schedule

Qualifications

• HS Diploma, GED or Equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver's license.
• Flexible schedule for a 24/7 operation including nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Background check and drug screen required.
• Must be able to attain and sustain an Airport I.D. Badge.
• Experience in an industrial environment or minimum 1 year experience as maintenance mechanic.
• Proven experience as a Welder with relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain superior customer service and safe working practice at ALL times.
• Troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains machinery and electrical equipment such as motors, electrical circuits, SICK ATR systems, baggage handling equipment and conveyor systems in accordance with diagrams, electrical drawings, operational manuals and manufacturer’s specifications using hand tools and precision measuring and testing instruments.
• Inspect diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical systems.
• Communicate with various parties on the work performed and present status of specialty systems.
• Analyze root causes of Electrical failures and propose remedy and resolution as well as continuous monitoring for ways to improve and optimize the system.
• Interpret schematics and engineering drawings in reference to layout, location, and operation of the system(s).
• React to call outs from the Control Room Operator or manager executing service calls CM, PM and EM.
• Preventive Maintenance – Inspection, adjustment, cleaning, replacement and prepare follow-up CM work orders if needed.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Conveyor systems

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Reading schematics

Team communication

Safety compliance

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Siemens PLC

Allen Bradley PLC

Welding equipment

DC Drives

Vibration analyzers

Job description

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) is seeking an experienced Mechanic to troubleshoot, repair and maintain the mechanical and electrical portions of the baggage handling system (BHS) and passenger boarding bridges (PBB). The role requires autonomous work or team collaboration and the ability to replace components safely and efficiently.

Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED, be 18+, hold a valid driver’s license, be able to obtain an Airport ID badge, and be willing to work a 24/7 schedule