Airport Fleet Mechanic

Jefferson County CO•Westminster, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Airport Fleet Mechanic is responsible for the diagnosis and repair of engines, transmissions, brakes, electrical and hydraulic systems related to vehicles, light equipment, and heavy equipment including specialized airport and airport runway equipment. Performs preventative maintenance and maintains maintenance records. The purpose of the Airport Fleet Mechanic is to support the Rocky Mountain Airport by performing: Preventative maintenance along with the diagnosis and repair of engines, transmissions, brakes, electrical and hydraulic systems related to vehicles and heavy duty equipment. In addition, perform engine overhauls, make engine repairs, perform mechanical repairs and adjustments, and replace engine parts. Maintain records of vehicle service and repairs. Maintain replacement parts and inventory. Perform on-call duties.

Requirements

1 year of work-related experience as a mechanic
High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certificate
An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
A valid Colorado driver’s license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.
Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of criminal history, motor vehicle report, education verification, and/or references for all positions.

Nice To Haves

More than 5 years of work-related experience as a mechanic
Experience with diesel engines
Experience with Heavy Line equipment (Loaders, Skid steer, Airport Equipment)
Basic radio communication knowledge

Responsibilities

Perform major engine adjustments and rebuilds.
Adjust valves, carburetor, and generator.
Rebuild or replace vehicle parts.
Perform mechanical repairs on drive train, brake, steering, and other functional parts.
Perform engine, chassis, and electrical diagnosis using wiring diagrams and vehicle diagnostics software.
Perform welding, and fabricate special equipment.
Layout, cut, and fit material for welding.
Inspect mechanical equipment and parts.
Monitor when preventive maintenance is necessary.
Diagnosis, repair and operate airport specific heavy equipment including loaders, airport runway brooms, airfield runway snow blowers, airfield runway snowplows, and hydraulics, accessories and other motive and non-motive equipment.
Keep work environment & equipment in a clean and orderly fashion.
Repair and service airport ground support equipment and fire rescue equipment to ensure fleet meets required ACM airport standards.
Respond to aircraft emergencies as an Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter (ARFF) to protect the life and property of airport users and maintain training to FAA standards.
Participate in airfield maintenance projects like; airfield painting, airfield mowing, crack sealing.
Participate in mandatory snow removal operations with 12-hour shifts or until end of storm event.
Operate multiple types of heavy snow removal equipment.
Participate in mandatory On-call rotation.
Take calls and return to the airport if necessary.
Maintain records of vehicle service and repair work.
Perform other related work as which will include: Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting upon completion of on-the-job training, Airport snow removal operations, Radio communications, Assisting and monitoring airport operational safety issues, Ground maintenance.
Perform on-call duties during nights, holidays, and weekends.