GSE/Diesel Mechanic Level 3: $30.50/hr

Menzies Aviation; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Menzies Aviation in Austin, TX seeks an experienced Diesel Mechanic responsible for repairing and rebuilding airport service vehicles including trucks, carts, tankers and hydrant trucks. You will inspect parts, repair engines, hydraulics, electrical and mechanical systems to keep equipment in top condition.

The role requires 2–4 years of diesel mechanic experience, a valid US driver's license, ability to read/write English, and physical capability to lift up to 70 lbs.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of Diesel Mechanic experience.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Valid US driver’s license.
• Must be authorized to work in the USA.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Able to lift 70 lbs.
• Willing to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Able to obtain Airport Badges/Seals.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and identify defective parts on vehicles and perform repairs to gas/diesel engines, hydraulic, electrical, fueling and mechanical systems.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual quality control checks on refueling equipment and maintain records.
• Provide preventative care to equipment to ensure aircraft services teams operate effectively.
• Maintain a safe and secure work environment following health, safety and security policies.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Socket set

Wrenches

Screwdrivers

Pliers

Hammers

Job description

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.

Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at over 300 locations in 65 countries, across 6 continents.

But at the heart of our business is our people.

Role Purpose

This role is responsible for the safe and efficient repairing and rebuilding of airport service vehicles. These vehicles include but are not limited to support trucks, stationary carts, tankers, and hydrant trucks. You will be required to inspect and identify defective or broken parts on vehicles as well as make repairs to gas/diesel engines, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.

The maintenance team ensures our aircraft services team can operate effectively by providing proper preventive care for equipment and timely repairs to broken equipment ensuring all work is performed safely and is supported by following established procedures and protocols.

What you will be doing

• Inspect and identify defective or broken parts on vehicles as well as make repairs to gas/diesel engines, hydraulic, electrical, fueling and mechanical systems.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual quality control checks on the refueling equipment, maintain records relating to maintenance.
• Ensure our aircraft services team can operate effectively by providing proper preventative care to equipment and timely repairs to broken equipment.
• Maintain a safe and secure work environment, in accordance with local health, safety, and security policies and procedures, aassuring a clean and safe working environment
• Hydrate electric equipment according to the Hydration Schedule
• Able to program and understand the functions of the Rapid Charger, including the Battery Monitor and Identification Device (BMID)
• Perform monthly, quarterly and annual quality control checks on the equipment
• Able to perform an accident inspection on involved equipment

Safety, Security, Wellbeing and Compliance:

You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

• Must have 2 to 4 years of Diesel Mechanic experience/background
• Must be 18 years of age
• Must possess valid US driver's license
• Must have authorization to work in the USA
• Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English
• Must be comfortable lifting/moving 70lbs
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays
• Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions
• All mechanics are required to perform all duties of the other positions, as needed do to operational need; Example: A Level I Mechanic may need to perform tasks of a Level III when directed
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all required Airport Badge
• Must have a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Mechanic - Tool Requirements

• Swivel
• Socket (Deep and Shallow Required)
• Extension 3" and 6"
• Sockets (Deep and Shallow Required)
• Extension 3" and 6"
• Deep Impact Socket 1/215/16"
• Swivel
• Extensions 3" and 6"
• Socket (Deep and Shallow Required)
• Standard 5/16 - 1"
• Spark Plug Socket 5/8 and 13/16"

WRENCHES

• Crescent Wrenches 8" and 12"

HAMMERS, CHISELS, PUNCHES

• Ball Peen Hammer 32 oz.
• 4-pound Sledge
• Punch and Chisel Set

SCREW DRIVERS and PRY BARS

• Phillips Head Screwdrivers #1 & #2
• Standard Head Screwdrivers #1 & #2
• Pry Bar 24"

AIR TOOLS

• OSHA Approved Air Nozzle

PLIERS

MISCELLANEOUS

• Flashlight
• Tire pressure Guage (Up to 120 PSI)
• Tape Measure (25")
• Oil Filter Wrenches (small and large)
• Gloves
• Medium Locking Rollaway Toolbox
• Small Locking Road Box

What we are looking for:

• Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English.
• Available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all required Airports and Custom badges/seals.

Diversity

Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role. Please feel free to contact to recruiter below, if there are any reasonable adjustments to our process that you would like us to consider.

As part of our recruitment process, we will always consider how candidates fit with our values which you can learn more about here.

4 years:

Must have 2 to 4 years of Diesel Mechanic experience/background

DRIVERS LICENSE

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