Airport Equipment Technician Senior - Austin Aviation

City of Austin•Austin, TX

9d•$33 - $41•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision, the Airport Equipment Technician Senior leads personnel in installing, maintaining, inspecting, repairing, and constructing complex electromechanical in-line baggage handling conveying systems and passenger boarding bridge systems and equipment at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. The role includes leading maintenance crews, maintaining repair and test records, diagnosing equipment faults, supporting equipment upgrades, and ensuring systems comply with applicable regulations and policies. The position also trains employees and end users, coordinates with leadership and contractors, and contributes to maintenance procedures and standards.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent.
Four years of experience repairing and maintaining electronic, electrical, or electromechanical controlled hydraulic equipment, including two years in aviation, military, industrial, commercial construction, or another large-scale commercial or utility infrastructure environment.
Twelve semester hours of college credit in electronics, communications technology, engineering technology, computer science, or a related field may substitute for one year of required experience, up to two years.
Valid Texas Class C driver license, or ability to acquire one by the hire date; must meet the City of Austin Driver Record Evaluation requirements.
Ability to read, write, and fluently speak English.
Knowledge of applicable governmental regulations and guidelines for commercial airport operation and maintenance, including TSA, EPA, TNRCC, OSHA, FAA, TCEQ, NEC, FDA, and TDLR requirements.
Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations, lockout/tagout procedures, and safety practices for energized electronic and electrical equipment.
Knowledge of tools and equipment used to repair and maintain electromechanical equipment and components.
Knowledge of training and monitoring a maintenance work group; ability to learn City of Austin and departmental policies and procedures.
Knowledge of relational databases, data queries, and report generation.
Ability to read plans, maps, drawings, schematics, operational manuals, written specifications, technical manuals, and standard operating procedures.
Oral and written communication, data analysis, problem-solving, computer, planning, organizing, prioritization, and conflict-management skills.
Ability to track and execute periodic maintenance schedules; test and calibrate instruments and equipment; and make precise, close-tolerance repairs and adjustments.
Ability to work in confined spaces with limited or restricted entry and exit, and to wear an anti-fall (SRL) body harness for confined-space entry or work from aerial man lifts.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changing priorities; establish and maintain effective working relationships; facilitate meetings with diverse work groups; and lead others effectively.
Ability to travel between locations, drive a City vehicle, and drive on the airport operations area (AOA).
Must complete a skills assessment if required as part of the selection process.
Position is designated essential personnel and may require reporting during airport emergencies or bad weather when scheduled and, in some cases, when not scheduled.
May be required to work overtime, including with or without notice, and may have on-call or call-back responsibilities.
Top candidate must undergo a minimum 10-year criminal background check and security threat assessment.

Nice To Haves

Experience installing, maintaining, or repairing passenger boarding bridges.
Experience with hydraulic systems, components, and troubleshooting techniques.
Experience with pneumatic systems, components, and troubleshooting methods.
Familiarity with electrical circuits, components, and safety procedures.
Knowledge of mechanical systems, including gears, pulleys, and belts.

Responsibilities

Lead crews in completing assigned work orders, including preparing materials, conducting quality inspections, preparing system outage requests, performing maintenance and repairs, installing equipment, and preparing as-built mark-ups.
Install, maintain, and diagnose complex electromechanical conveying systems, passenger boarding bridge equipment, and system components.
Maintain and monitor records of repairs, calibrations, and tests in the asset management system.
Modify or refurbish equipment; perform welding, brazing, or fabrication of parts as needed.
Train others in electromechanical maintenance and troubleshooting techniques.
Investigate faults and participate in equipment root-cause failure analysis.
Communicate work-order planning and status, equipment and upgrade requirements, and other issues to leadership.
Assist in reviewing and developing equipment maintenance operating procedures and standards.
Train end users on passenger boarding bridge operating procedures.
Oversee and assist with maintenance and repair activities performed by third-party contractors.
Ensure systems comply with applicable federal, state, city, and local regulations, policies, procedures, and ordinances.
Provide leadership and training to others.