Mechanic - Heavy Equipment - IAD

IDS Inland Deicing Services, LLC; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee assistance program

Employee discounts

Competitive wages

Flexible schedule

Advancement opportunities

On the job training

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Inland Deicing Services, LLC seeks an Airport Heavy Equipment Mechanic to ensure safe, reliable operation of deicing and ground service equipment. The role requires maintaining equipment, reading manuals and schematics, and performing skilled maintenance with accuracy.

You will work with a team on maintenance planning, troubleshooting electrical/hydraulic systems, and documenting inspections. A valid driver’s license and basic tools are needed; on-the-job training is provided and advancement

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be able to speak and hear efficiently.
• Must read, write, understand and carry out instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and track local maintenance to ensure equipment reliability.
• Follow procedures of a skilled maintenance technician.
• Read manuals, illustrated parts catalogs, schematics, blueprints and drawings to complete work.
• Troubleshoot electrical and hydraulic problems within defined timeframes.
• Maintain maintenance records and conduct inspections on equipment.

Skills

Maintenance planning

Troubleshooting

Tool usage

English proficiency

Time management

Reading schematics

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Photo tachometer

Diagnostics tools

Meters

Scanners

Job description

Discover an exciting future at the Airport! IAD Heavy Equipment Mechanic $35/hr $43/hr At Inland Deicing Services, LLC our sole focus is the safe, efficient, and professional delivery of deicing & anti-icing services to our carrier customers.

• Insurance - health, dental and life - 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts
• Competitive wages
• Flexible schedule
• Advancement opportunities
• On the job training
• $300 referral bonuses - unlimited
• DailyPay

Position Overview:

Mechanics play an important role in ensuring proper performance, safety and reliability of vehicles and ground service equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Including but not limited to):

• Accountable for local maintenance scheduling and performance to ensure equipment dependability
• Perform all duties of a skilled maintenance technician following recognized procedures for such work, as required
• Ability to read and use maintenance manuals, illustrated parts catalogs, schematics, blueprints, drawings, and other related maintenance documents to complete work assignments
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical and hydraulic problems and resolve within an established timeframe
• Maintain complete and accurate maintenance records and conduct scheduled and unscheduled inspections on equipment

Required Skills and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must be able to speak and hear efficiently
• Basic to intermediate computer skills
• Effective time management and organizational skills to manipulate multiple tasks and conflicting deadlines at once
• Knowledge of fluid types, diesel powered machines and tools including their designs, uses, repair and maintenance
• Maintain and treat all information as confidential
• Must be able to read, write, understand and carry out instructions in English
• Must be able to verbally direct in English
• Possess the tact to deal with all levels of employees and client representatives
• Proven knowledge and use of standard and specialty tools and specialized testing equipment (i.e. photo tachometer, diagnostics tools and hardware, scanners and meters)
• A valid driver’s license is required for this position
• Candidates must have your own basic set of tools (sockets/wrenches) up to 1" in size and up to 1/2" drive

Work Environment:

Physically strenuous, prolonged periods of time standing with exposure to noise (may be excessive at times), safe but potentially unpleasant odors, varying temperatures and humidity, in and around heavy moving equipment.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls
• reach with hands and arms, speak and hear efficiently
• Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing and pulling
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds

The Inland Group of Companies offers a variety of opportunities to work in the field of aviation. Whether its deicing aircraft, protecting the environment, or keeping passengers and cargo moving, your future can take off with the Inland Group. The Inland Group of Companies is comprised of Inland Deicing Services (IDS) and Quantem Aviation Services (QAS). The Inland Group of Companies is a multi-national collective of premier aviation services providers. Each company is highly specialized in their field of expertise with proven track records of providing safe, efficient, and cost-effective aviation services