Ground Service Equipment Technician (Automotive and Diesel) - $10,000 Sign on Bonus

United Airlines•Dulles, VA

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About The Position

United Airlines is hiring a Ground Service Equipment Technician for its Technical Operations team. The role maintains ground service equipment (GSE), including motorized and non-motorized equipment, to help ensure it is ready to support airline operations. Work includes troubleshooting, repair, preventive maintenance, diagnostic testing, and repairs to gas and diesel engines, transmissions, suspension and brake systems, electrical and hydraulic systems, and heavy industrial equipment such as aircraft air conditioners, air-start units, and ground electrical power units. Technicians are represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT). Schedules are bid and awarded according to seniority, and salary increases follow the current IBT/United contract. New employees must join the union within 90 days of employment and pay an initiation fee and monthly dues set by the Local Lodge. The sign-on bonus is available exclusively to external candidates; internal applicants are not eligible.

Requirements

At least 24 months of experience troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining gas and diesel engines, electrical and hydraulic systems, and motorized equipment.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Valid state-issued driver's license.
Ability to work any assigned shift, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed in a 24/7 operation.
Ability to climb and work from ladders and/or walk for extended periods.
Ability to work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions.
Ability to work in an environment with exposure to high noise levels.
Ability to perform moderate lifting.
Computer experience for input and retrieval of data.

Nice To Haves

Certificate of completion from an accredited automotive school.
Experience with motorized equipment supporting airport ground operations.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on motorized and non-motorized Ground Service Equipment.
Perform diagnostic testing and repair gas engines, transmissions, suspension systems, and brake systems.
Troubleshoot and repair diesel engines and heavy industrial equipment, including large aircraft air conditioners, air-start units, and ground electrical power units.