DSUS Technician

Daifuku • Washington, DC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Completes scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair of Baggage Handling Systems and/or Passenger Boarding Bridges. The technician performs basic preventive, routine, and emergency maintenance, diagnoses equipment failures under senior personnel’s guidance, and helps ensure equipment operates safely. In the absence of Senior Technicians or Supervisors, the role may provide direction, assign tasks, and train or mentor personnel assisting with maintenance and repair activities.

The position follows company and federally established policies and procedures, completes required training and work forms, and performs other duties assigned by management. Work takes place under the Airport Terminal, where conditions may include dust, dirt, and continual noise below OSHA’s action level. The work involves frequent standing, walking, handling, reaching, climbing, crawling, squatting or kneeling, and bending, with occasional lifting or carrying heavier loads. Near and distance vision and hearing are required.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED.
• At least 2 years of previous mechanical or electrical experience.
• Ability to work a non-traditional schedule, including weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must be able to 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 and promoting a safe work environment.
• Basic computer knowledge at an intermediate level, including Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to accept responsibility, solve problems, make sound decisions, and obtain resources needed to complete assignments.
• Ability to meet customer needs while following company procedures and to build effective relationships with customers and coworkers.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and work under pressure with time constraints.
• Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety and complete assigned training in a timely manner.
• Ability to work with people of varied backgrounds and personalities.
• Physical ability to perform the listed activities, including frequent standing, walking, handling, reaching, climbing, crawling, squatting or kneeling, bending, and lifting or carrying; occasional lifting/carrying of 21–50 pounds and infrequent pushing/pulling of 51 pounds or more.
• Near and distance vision and hearing.

Nice To Haves

• 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.
• At least 2 years of previous basic electrical and/or electronic systems work experience.
• At least 3 years of industrial mechanical and/or electrical background.
• At least 1 year of experience with PLC logic and/or an Industrial HVAC certification.
• Advanced computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, routine, and emergency maintenance, including clearing system jams, shift inspections, cleaning, and electrical or mechanical adjustments.
• Diagnose equipment failures under the guidance of senior personnel and ensure equipment is operating safely.
• Seek direction and guidance from senior personnel and accept their training and mentoring.
• Provide direction, guidance, training, and mentoring to personnel assigned to assist with maintenance and repair; may act as lead when Senior Technicians or Supervisors are absent.
• Read and interpret repair manuals, basic schematics, and supervisor or manager instructions.
• Work in tight and/or elevated spaces using appropriate personal protective equipment and fall protection.
• Follow company and federally established policies and procedures, complete assigned training, and comply with ELS safety programs and procedures.
• Complete forms related to work assignments according to established procedures.
• Assist with basic maintenance, including sweeping, cleaning, and greasing.
• Perform other duties or assignments as required by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED