Loading Bridge Specialist

Tweed New Haven Airport Inc; City of Albany, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Tweed New Haven Airport Inc. facilities team seeks a skilled Facilities Maintenance Technician at Albany International Airport. This role focuses on maintaining and repairing passenger loading bridges, plus routine mechanical upkeep on related equipment.

The technician will perform preventive maintenance, assist mechanics, manage parts, and respond to equipment failures while adhering to safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two years mechanical background in machinery or construction trades equipment.
• Good working knowledge of gear, chain and bearing power transmission systems.
• Proficient in operating power tools including air compressors, power washer and hydraulic porta-power; operating boom and lifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily operational checks on bridges and attached equipment.
• Carry out preventive maintenance with minor repairs and lubrication per schedule.
• Assist Loading Bridge Mechanic with maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain shop inventory and parts lists; procure as needed.
• Respond to emergency callbacks for equipment breakdowns.
• Perform Building Maintenance Worker duties as required.
• Participate in Total Quality Management programs.

Skills

Mechanical background

Power transmission systems

Safety interlock control

Electric motor drive and braking

Power tools operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years mechanical background experience

Tools

Air compressors

Power washer

Hydraulic porta-power

Articulating boom lifts

Scissors lifts

Job description

Tweed New Haven Airport Inc. facilities team seeks a skilled Facilities Maintenance Technician at Albany International Airport. This role focuses on maintaining and repairing passenger loading bridges, plus routine mechanical upkeep on related equipment.

The technician will perform preventive maintenance, assist mechanics, manage parts, and respond to equipment failures while adhering to safety and quality standards.