Automotive Mechanic - SLC Ground Service

SkyWest Airlines • Salt Lake City, UT

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for Salt Lake City. As the Automotive Ground Service Mechanic, you will be a vital part of the operation as you maintain SkyWest ground equipment and support ramp personnel to promote safety and on time arrivals/departures.

As a SkyWest employee, you will be part of an exciting team spread across the nation that loves working in the travel industry and sharing their enthusiasm with the passengers. From the seasoned traveler to the first time flier, we want to make it a great experience. Aside from being a part of this incredible network of individuals, SkyWest employees enjoy a full range of benefits, including:
401K with company matching
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Profit sharing and performance bonuses
Unparalleled travel benefits for you and your family with one or more of our four mainline partners
Shift trade flexibility
Tool allowance
Great team atmosphere
Rewarding work
Numerous growth opportunities within the company

Requirements

• One year automotive/ground service equipment related experience or training
• Positive attitude, are self-motivated, are a quick learner, are a team player, and are Safety and detailed oriented
• Can work independently
• Work nights, early morning, weekends, holidays, extended shifts and rotating shifts
• Work in an outdoor environment in inclement weather
• Possess a valid, unrestricted state-issued driver's license
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Basic Tool Set: Standard Sockets (¼”, 3/8”, and ½” drive with ratchets and extensions must range from ¼” to 1 1/4” deep and shallow), Metric Sockets (must range from 8mm - 19 mm deep and shallow), Standard Wrenches (standard ¼” to 1 ¼”), Metric Wrenches (8mm -19 mm), Allen Wrenches (standard and metric), Screwdrivers (Phillips, Flat Head, and Torx), Pliers (Standard and needle nose pliers, and channel locks), Impact Gun and Sockets (Pneumatic 1/2” and 3/8”), Pry bars (variety of lengths), Automotive meter (fluke) with hertz capability, Wire cutters, wire strippers, and wire crimpers, Hammer, Tool box and travel case

Nice To Haves

• ASE Certifications in brakes, steering and suspension, electrical and diesel engines
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Automotive Schooling

Responsibilities

• Efficiently and thoroughly troubleshoot and repair various equipment, including tugs, belt loaders, pickups, deicing equipment, push back tugs, bag carts, electric vehicles, etc.
• Travel to different SkyWest ground handled cities to repair various equipment
• Prep and paint equipment
• Complete ramp checks as needed
• Help train apprentices when needed
• Perform other tasks as assigned

Benefits

• 401K with company matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Profit sharing and performance bonuses
• Unparalleled travel benefits for you and your family with one or more of our four mainline partners
• Shift trade flexibility
• Tool allowance
• Great team atmosphere
• Rewarding work
• Numerous growth opportunities within the company

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed