BHS/PBB Technician - AVL Airport

ERMC Aviation; Fletcher (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

401k

Life insurance

Voluntary benefits

Flight/employee travel benefits

Job summary

ERMC Aviation seeks a BHS and PBB Maintenance Technician to support baggage handling systems and passenger boarding bridges at AVL Airport. You will diagnose faults, perform preventive maintenance, calibrate equipment, and ensure safety and compliance with procedures.

Candidates should have strong mechanical/electrical skills, experience with PLCs and diagnostic tools, and be able to work nights or weekends as needed in a field-based role with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems in automated equipment.
• Experience with troubleshooting automated control systems and PLCs.
• Familiarity with sensors, actuators, and industrial control systems.
• Ability to read repair manuals and schematics, and follow procedures.
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on baggage handling systems and related equipment.
• Identify and diagnose mechanical, electrical, and system faults.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and extend equipment life.
• Adjust or calibrate machinery as necessary and monitor performance.
• Read manuals and schematics and complete applicable training.
• Maintain safety and comply with company policies and procedures.
• Support senior personnel and participate in on-the-job training.
• Assist with basic housekeeping and other maintenance tasks as needed.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Troubleshooting

PLC troubleshooting

Sensors & actuators

Diagnostic tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Industrial control systems knowledge

Job description

We are currently seeking a BHS and PBB Maintenance Technician to join our team at the AVL Airport. Our Baggage Handling Systems and Passenger Boarding Bridge Maintenance Technicians play a vital role in ensuring the services we provide meet high-quality standards set forth by our clients while pursuing a rewarding career in the asset maintenance industry.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on baggage handling systems to ensure all components (conveyors, motors, scanners, etc.) are working properly.
• Identify and diagnose mechanical, electrical, and system faults.
• Conduct preventive maintenance tasks to reduce system downtime and extend the lifespan of equipment.
• Adjust or calibrate machinery as necessary.
• Monitor system performance and perform quality checks.
• Performing maintenance and repair operations
• Assists with basic maintenance such as sweeping, cleaning, and greasing.
• Other Miscellaneous Routine Maintenance, as needed
• Diagnoses equipment failures under the guidance of senior personnel; ensures equipment is running safely.
• Takes direction and seeks the guidance and expertise of senior-level personnel and accepts their training and mentoring.
• Reads and interprets repair manuals, basic schematics, and supervisor/manager’s instructions.
• Follows and complies with all company and federally established policies and procedures; completes all applicable training courses assigned by the company
• Complete forms connected with work assignments according to established procedures.
• Compliance with all ELS safety programs, policies, and procedures.

Technical Qualifications

• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical systems, including motors, conveyors, scanners, and control systems.
• Experience with troubleshooting and repairing automated control systems and PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers).
• Familiarity with sensors, actuators, and industrial control systems.
• Knowledge of basic electrical and electronic components and their maintenance.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic tools, including multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other testing equipment.
• Experience with networked systems, including communication protocols used in baggage handling systems.

Standard Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Completing
• Must possess a Government ID and social security card.
• Must be able to obtain and keep an airport security badge.
• Must have or be able to attain reliable transportation.
• Able to work in extreme conditions, such as hot and cold weather, as well as small spaces
• Able to receive appropriate security clearances after completing a criminal background check.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to work extended hours depending on operational needs.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

ERMC Aviation offers a full range of benefits for full-time employees, including, but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, HSA, 401k, company-paid life insurance, supplementary life insurance, voluntary benefits (such as accident, cancer, and hospitalization), the option to receive paycheck 2+ days early, discounts on hotels, rental vehicles, and cruises, discounted tuition with a participating college, and a college education savings plan.

Additionally, as a member of the Unifi Service family of companies, ERMC employees are eligible for steeply discounted flight benefits with Delta Airlines.

Part-time employees can participate in a 401 (k) with a company match, company-paid insurance, optional early pay, and Delta flight benefits.