Mechanic Ground Service Equipment Maintenance YOW

Swissport International AG•Ottawa, ON

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Mechanic GSE Maintenance services and maintains all Ground Service Equipment at this Swissport station, keeping them in good order. They keep Swissport Ramp and other service agencies equipped with safe, reliable equipment that complies with all local and governing laws.

Requirements

1 - 3 years of experience in GSE Maintenance
Valid driver's license and the ability to obtain and maintain a YOW D/A 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 in English and French
Willing to travel when necessary for training or to assist other SP stations with GSE needs as required
Must be proficient in diesel engine diagnosis and repair, basic welding, and basic hydraulic experience
Must be able to obtain and maintain Transport Canada Security Clearance
Possess your own tools

Nice To Haves

Flexible to work on various shifts if needed (Morning, days, evening, weekends, etc)

Responsibilities

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 troubleshooting and diagnostic assessment of ground support equipment as required
Modify and overhaul power plant, drivetrain, brake, electric and hydraulic systems
Prepare and paint ground support equipment to Swissport standards as required
Operate and drive all types of equipment – motorized and nonmotorized
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 Swissport requirements
Comply with all federal, provincial, municipal, airport authority and carrier security requirements
Always retain a motor vehicle driver’s license for both air side / non airside in good standing
Follow all safety guidelines set out by WCB, EPA, WHMIS, and SP management
Always keep GSE shop and its equipment 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