Fleet Mechanic (Airport Equipment)

Swissport International AG•Anchorage, AK

97d•Onsite

About The Position

As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple – “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience.” We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe. Swissport is seeking a Heavy Equipment & Fleet Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of airport support vehicles and equipment that keep aircraft, passengers, and cargo moving safely and efficiently. No aviation experience is required. We provide training on airport-specific equipment and systems.

Requirements

Valid driver's license
Hydraulic knowledge or basics necessary. Must be willing to learn hydraulic systems
Good oral and verbal communication skills
Good computer skills.
Willing to clean and maintain a safe workshop.
Willing to travel when necessary for training or to assist other SP stations with GSE needs as required

Nice To Haves

Trade school training and or a mechanical background preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate and drive all types of GSE equipment – motorized and non-motorized.
Perform and show competence in preventive maintenance per established schedules on all ground support equipment
Provide trouble-shooting and diagnostic assessment of ground support equipment as required
Remove malfunctioning ground support equipment from service and ensure GSE is not returned to service until malfunction has been accurately diagnosed and repaired
Respond to emergency service calls as well as accidents involving ground support equipment
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 always clean and serviceable, report all deficiencies to management
Fuel equipment as necessary with full regard for all safety and environmental requirements
Liaison with Ramp management, customers and staff in a professional manner when needed
Work as a self-starter and report to shop leads daily