Technician

Daifuku North America; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Daifuku North America in North Charleston, SC is seeking a Maintenance Technician responsible for completing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of baggage handling systems and passenger boarding bridges. The technician will mentor and guide other staff in their duties.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of mechanical or electrical experience and the ability to work a non-traditional schedule. Additional skills in HVAC, welding, and advanced computer skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of mechanical or electrical experience required.
• Ability to work non-traditional schedules including weekends and holidays.
• Basic computer knowledge at an intermediate level.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, routine, and emergency maintenance.
• Diagnose equipment failures under guidance.
• Provide training and mentorship to junior personnel.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Electrical experience

Ability to work under pressure

Customer service abilities

Problem-solving skills

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Job description

Overview

Completes scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair of Baggage Handling Systems and/or Passenger Boarding Bridges; Mentors, trains and assigns tasks of other personnel assigned to assist in maintenance and repair activities in the absence of Senior Technicians and/or Supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Completes basic maintenance assignments involving but not limited to preventive, routine and emergency maintenance, clearing system jams; shift inspections, cleaning, and/or electrical and mechanical adjustments.
• Diagnoses equipment failures under the guidance of senior personnel; ensures equipment is running safely.
• Takes direction and seeks the guidance and expertise of senior level personnel and accepts training and mentoring from them.
• Provides direction, guidance and expertise to personnel assigned to assist in maintenance and repair activities, conducts training and mentoring responsibilities; may act as lead in the absence of Sr. Technicians and/or supervisors
• Reads and interprets repair manuals, basic schematics and supervisor/manager’s instructions.
• Works in tight and/or high spaces utilizing appropriate PPE and fall protection equipment.
• Follows and complies with all company and federally established policies and procedures; completes all applicable training courses assigned by the company
• Completes forms connected with work assignments according to established procedures.
• Performs additional duties/assignments as may be required by management.
• Assists with basic maintenance such as sweeping, cleaning and greasing.
• Completes all safety training as assigned by the Company.
• Compliance with all ELS safety programs, policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties/assignments that may be required by management from time to time.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
• Minimum 2 years of previous mechanical or electrical experience
• Ability to work a non-traditional schedule including weekends and holidays.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous work experience in an Airport environment.
• Previous experience working on conveyors and/or passenger boarding bridges
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics and engineering drawings.
• Basic knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in an industrial environment.
• HVAC, welding/ brazing, and/or plumbing knowledge and skills
• Minimum 2 years of previous basic electrical and/or electronic systems work experience
• 3+ years industrial mechanical and/or electrical background
• minimum 1 year experience with PLC logic and/or Industrial HVAC certification
• Advanced computer skills.

Additional Skills and Knowledge

• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Ability to take care of customer needs while following company procedures.
• Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
• Ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Possess the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task
• Ability to work with people regardless of race, gender, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or job type.
• Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
• Ability to obtain the proper resources to complete job assignment.
• Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and written.
• Ability to work under pressure with time constraints.
• Ability to complete assigned training in a timely manner.

Computer Skills

Basic computer knowledge at an intermediate level in working with Microsoft Windows to include: Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be able obtain and maintain an Airport Security badge
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the Company’s insurance policy
• Must be able to comply with the ELS Drug and Alcohol policy.
• Must be committed to working safely while accomplishing all tasks and promoting a safe work environment at all times.

Physical Demands

The physical demands of this position vary by day and are not based solely on a single workday.

Physical Demands

Lift/Carry

Stand F (Frequently)

Walk F (Frequently)

Sit O (Occasionally)

Handling / Fingering F (Frequently)

Reach Outward F (Frequently)

Reach Above Shoulder F (Frequently)

Climb F (Frequently)

Crawl F (Frequently)

Squat or Kneel F (Frequently)

Bend F (Frequently)

10 lbs or less F (Frequently)

11-20 lbs F (Frequently)

21-50 lbs O (Occasionally)

51+ lbs O (Occasionally)

Push/Pull

10 lbs or less F (Frequently)

11-20 lbs F (Frequently)

21-50 lbs O (Occasionally)

51+ lbs I (Infrequently)

N (Not Applicable)

Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

I (Infrequently)

O (Occasionally)

Occupation requires this activity less than 5% of the time

Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F (Frequently)

Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C (Constantly)

Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Other Physical Requirements: Vision (Near, Distance), Hearing

Work Environment

Works under the Airport Terminal, in conditions that may contain dust, dirt and continual noise that is below OSHA’s action level

ELS Statement

Elite Line Services (ELS) is an Affirmitive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, gender identity, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or medical condition. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact [e-mail].

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