Mechanic Technician 1

Sasser Family Companies; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Mechanic Technician to join their team. This role involves troubleshooting and repairing powered ground support equipment, ensuring all maintenance documentation is completed accurately. The successful candidate will work under the guidance of experienced mechanics, gaining valuable hands-on experience in a supportive environment. With a strong commitment to employee development, this company offers competitive benefits and a culture that values teamwork and safety. If you are passionate about mechanics and looking for a place to grow your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

85% medical premium coverage

100% company-paid disability insurance

401K plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Incentive plans

Employee recognition programs

Community service opportunities

Celebrations and events

Qualifications

• Moderate understanding of job aspects with preferred 1-year mechanic experience.
• Ability to read and understand basic electrical/hydraulic schematics.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoots and repairs powered ground support equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance and servicing of equipment.
• Complies with safety regulations and maintains a clean work area.

Skills

Mechanic skills

Troubleshooting

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Basic electrical schematics

Mathematical skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer maintenance programs

Microsoft Office

Job description

Career Opportunities with Sasser Family Holdings

A great place to work.

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Recognized as one of Crain’s “Best Places to Work in Chicago” as well as a 2023 “Great Places to Work” by the Great Place To Work Institute Inc., Sasser prides itself on supporting an employee-driven, opportunity-based culture that empowers, recognizes, and rewards its employees. From highly competitive benefits to exciting employee events to organic, grassroots philanthropy and volunteerism, Sasser is an awesome place to begin and grow your career. We are a fourth-generation, family-held transportation asset services and management company with roots dating to 1928.

What We Offer:

Sasser employees enjoy a competitive benefits program that:

• Covers 85% of your medical premiums
• Includes a 100% Company-paid disability and life insurance plans
• Includes a 401K plan with company match PLUS additional end-of-year funding
• Provides training and tuition reimbursement
• Includes Incentive Plans
• Provides community service opportunities, employee recognition programs, and lots and lots of celebrations!

As a Mechanic Technician, Here's What You'll Do:

• Troubleshoots, repairs, services, performs minor modifications on, and operates powered ground support equipment such as AC and DC power generators, air compressors, blowers, heaters, deicers, and nonpowered equipment.
• The GSE Mechanic I level of maintenance includes minor tune-ups and adjustments of internal combustion and turbine engines, carburetors, brakes, and other mechanical links which utilize common hand tools and a small variety of test equipment.
• Performs required preventive maintenance and servicing of equipment including repairing and replacing tires, lubrication, oil changes, replacing air, fuel and oil filters, checking fluid levels, and adjusting and replacing spark plugs, hoses, v-belts, and other familiar items.
• Assists in the modification and overhauling of power plant, drive-train, brake, electric and hydraulic systems.
• Prepares and paints equipment in compliance with Xced standards.
• Ensures all maintenance/repair documentation is completed in compliance with carrier, station, airport authority, municipal, state, federal and Xced requirements in a thorough and timely manner.
• Ensures preventative maintenance on equipment in accordance with established schedules is completed.
• Operate forklift, as needed, for loading and unloading equipment and parts.
• Works with other location personnel in a professional manner and ensures safety regulations are followed at Xced locations at all times.
• Complies with company safety program and training; maintains a safe and clean work area.
• Additional Duties as assigned.

Here's What it Will Take to be Successful in This Role:

• High school diploma or GED desired.
• Possesses a moderate understanding of the general aspects of the job. Preferred minimum 1-year mechanic experience.
• Works under the close direction and supervision of Lead Mechanic and/or Shop Manager.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read and understand basic electrical/hydraulic schematics and blueprints.
• Previous experience with computer maintenance programs and Microsoft Office.
• Mechanic skills including mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair.
• Reasoning skills: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Language skills: Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Mathematical skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Physical Demands

Work assignments involve standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing, crawling, and crouching in strained and awkward positions for prolonged periods of time at various heights up to 20 feet.

Working Conditions

The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, cold, and vibration.