Fleet Maintenance Mechanic

Swissport International AG•Denver, CO

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Swissport, a global leader in aviation services, provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services. The company is seeking a dedicated GSE Fleet Maintenance Mechanic to service, maintain, and keep in good order all Ground Service Equipment at the Swissport station. The role ensures that Swissport Ramp and other Swissport service agencies have safe and reliable equipment that meets all local and governing laws. Swissport is driven by its core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things, and Win as a Team, and is committed to providing consistent and tailor-made solutions for a better customer experience.

Requirements

Valid driver's license
Have certification of completion in one of the following trades: Heavy duty/Commercial or Automotive mechanic license. Certification must be kept in good standing
Good oral and verbal communication skills
Willing to travel when necessary for training or to assist other SP stations with GSE needs as required

Responsibilities

Operate and drive all types of equipment – motorized and non motorized
Perform and show competence in preventive maintenance per established schedules on all ground support equipment
Respond to requests for on-call maintenance after hours on all ground support equipment if GSE Manager deems necessary
Provide trouble-shooting and diagnostic assessment of ground support equipment as required
Modify and overhaul power plant, drive-train, brake, electric and hydraulic systems
Prepare and paint ground support equipment to SP standards as required
Remove malfunctioning ground support equipment from service and ensure GSE is not returned to service until malfunction has been properly diagnosed and repaired
Respond to emergency service calls as well as accidents involving ground support equipment
Pick-up parts and material required for ground support equipment maintenance and repair
Own and demonstrate proper use of tools, diagnostic equipment, etc. required for equipment maintenance and repair
Complete all maintenance/repair documentation consistent with carrier, station, airport authority, municipal, state, federal and SP requirements
Comply with all federal, provincial, municipal, airport authority and carrier security requirements
Will retain a motor vehicle driver’s license for both air side / non airside in good standing at all times
Follow all safety guidelines set out by WCB, EPA, WHIMIS, and SP management
Keep GSE shop and its equipment clean and serviceable at all times, report any and all deficiencies to management
Fuel equipment as necessary with full regard for all safety and environmental requirements.
Will liaison with Ramp management, customers and staff in a professional manner when needed