Airport Equipment Mechanic

Des Moines Airport Authority•Des Moines, IA

3d•$59,965 - $72,655•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Fleet Maintenance Supply Chain Supervisor, perform major and minor mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance on various kinds of gasoline and diesel powered equipment; and perform related work as required. This position requires variable shifts during winter operations, night work, holiday work, shift work and overtime work as needed. The Airport Authority will provide training, including obtaining a CDL. CDL must be obtained within 6-months of hire.

Requirements

Knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools and materials used in the maintenance and repair of light and heavy automotive, construction and airport snow removal equipment
Knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools and materials used in mechanical trades
Knowledge of safety hazards and relevant safety precautions
Knowledge of the theory, care and operation of gasoline and diesel engines
Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical troubles, determine and perform appropriate maintenance, repair or replacement work
Ability to keep detailed maintenance records
Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs
Knowledge and ability to use computers and fleet management software
Knowledge of traffic regulations as they apply to the safe operation of motorized construction and maintenance equipment
Ability to operate heavy-sized construction and maintenance equipment
Ability to perform heavy manual work
Ability to work in severe weather conditions
Ability to work without close supervision, make independent decisions, follow instructions and accept constructive criticism
Ability to work effectively with other employees and supervisory staff
Ability to communicate using two-way radio
Ability to communicate tactfully and courteously with the public and co-workers
Ability to reorganize daily work schedule depending on staffing and/or activity in area
Ability to be safety conscious at all times regarding physical activity (lifting and moving items)
Mental ability to address potential adverse or negative situations that may arise from time to time
Must be dependable, reliable and have a previous history of good attendance and punctuality
Must be able to attend staff meetings and training meetings as required
Knowledge of and ability to operate ladders and lifts
Must be available and willing to work nights, holidays and weekends during snow and other airport emergencies
Successful post-employment physical and drug test
Successful background investigation to obtain unescorted airport identification/access privileges
Possession of a valid state of Iowa Class B CDL vehicle operator's license or ability to obtain within 6-months of hire
Random drug and alcohol testing required
Must be able to perform heavy manual work in severe weather conditions
Must be able to lift a minimum of 75 pounds unassisted and heavier loads with assistance
Ability to use hand/feet for repetitive single grasping, fine manipulations, pushing and pulling and operating controls and equipment
Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to communicate effectively
Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to read technical documentation and manipulate small objects in confined areas
Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to adjust to confined areas and work around construction sites and on the airfield
This position is active for the entire shift (standing, walking, stooping, twisting, lifting, bending, pushing, reaching, climbing, crouching and crawling)

Responsibilities

Inspects, maintains and repairs varied automotive and heavy equipment such as automobiles, trucks, tractors, fork lifts, front end loaders, graders, sweepers, runway sweepers, runway snow blowers, snow plows, wheel loaders, bulldozers, lawn mowing equipment, compressors and associated equipment
Overhauls, repairs or replaces engine, electrical, fuel, hydraulic, brake and driveline components
Troubleshoots mechanical, electrical and computer-related problems on vehicles and equipment
Performs scheduled preventive maintenance, servicing and inspections of vehicles and equipment
Ability to use and maintain computerized fleet management program to track vehicle and equipment maintenance
Makes service calls on equipment to perform emergency repairs
Conducts road tests on equipment
Maintains equipment in clean and orderly condition
May perform welding, brazing, cutting, or other automotive shop work
Operate a variety of snow and ice control equipment
Performs manual work
Performs other duties, as required