Ground Service Technician II

Citadel Aviation; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Citadel Aviation is seeking a Ground Service Technician II to inspect, maintain, and service ground support equipment and facilities. The role requires ability to operate diverse GSE, perform troubleshooting, and conduct periodic inspections per manufacturer guidelines.

Qualified candidates will have at least two years of automotive/heavy mechanical experience, a GED or higher, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED.
• Two years of documented work experience in automotive, heavy mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical work.
• Holds a current, valid driver’s license, where required to perform the essential functions of the position.

Responsibilities

• Service and operate all assigned ground support equipment, including tugs, forklifts, scissor/boom lifts, aircraft jacks, HVAC units, power converters, and 400hz components.
• Troubleshoot and repair GSE and perform periodic inspections per manufacturer recommendations.
• Perform periodic inspections of tooling and slings per industry standards.
• Perform basic carpentry, electrical, mechanical, or related work on facilities using power tools.
• Perform compliance inspections on life safety equipment and environmental areas.
• Perform light janitorial duties as expected.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Facilities and GSE Maintenance Liaison.

Skills

Analytical problem solving

Cooperative relationships

Teamwork

Education

GED

Formal automotive/heavy equipment training

EPA HVAC Certification

Job description

Purpose

The Ground Service Technician II assists the Facilities and Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Maintenance Liaison with the inspection, maintenance, and upkeep of the facility and equipment.

Essential Job Functions

• Service and operate all assigned ground support equipment, including tugs, large and small forklifts, scissor lifts, boom lifts, aircraft jacks, hydraulic test stand, air start cart, diesel and electric driven mobile HVAC units, 400hz power converters, and diesel 400hz ground power units.
• Perform equipment troubleshooting and repair of all assigned ground support equipment.
• Perform periodic and annual inspections of assigned GSE per manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Perform periodic inspections of tooling and slings per accepted industry standards.
• Perform basic carpentry, electrical, mechanical, air conditioning, plumbing, sheet metal fabrication, or associated work on plant facilities using power tools.
• Perform compliance inspections on life safety equipment as assigned.
• Perform compliance inspections and maintenance of assigned environmental collection and storage areas.
• Perform light janitorial duties as expected.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Facilities and GSE Maintenance Liaison.

Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED).
• At least two (2) years of documented work experience in automotive, heavy mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical work.
• Holds a current, valid driver’s license, where required to perform the essential functions of the position.

Preferred

• Completion of a formal training program in automotive or heavy equipment mechanics, or equivalent work experience.
• Proven experience as a mechanic, preferably in the aviation industry.
• EPA HVAC Certification.
• Prior experience and/or certification in maintaining industrial HVAC, hazardous waste collection, and electrical/mechanical equipment.
• Light fabrication and welding skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Other Attributes

• Knowledge of appropriate steps to analytical problem solving.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Ability to work in a team environment, remaining attentive to ideas, recognizing responsibilities, and actively participating with others to accomplish assignments and achieve desired goals.
• Treats others fairly and with respect.
• Knowledge of the department’s policies, rules, regulations, business goals, vision, organizational structure, culture, philosophy, operating principles, and values.
• Ability to establish and maintain project priorities.
• Seeks out new learning experiences.
• Identifies what needs to be done and acts before being asked or required.

Working Conditions

• This position is considered INDUSTRIAL WORK, characterized as follows.
• Almost exclusively outdoors during the day and occasionally at night.
• Occasional exposure to airborne dust in the workplace.
• The work surface is stable (flat); requires climbing ladders and using lifts.
• Requires frequent walking, standing, and/or climbing, as well as working from an elevated boom lift up to 80 ft on occasion.
• This position is considered HEAVY work, with frequent lifting up to 20 lbs and occasional lifting up to 70 lbs; occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching, with repetitive movements of arms and hands and seated work with back supported.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Citadel Aviation, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.