Vehicle Mechanic - Ground Support Equipment Technician

Responsibilities for this Position Vehicle Mechanic - Ground Support Equipment Technician Location: Teterboro, NJ, US, 07608 Job Category: Fixed Base Operations (FBO) Career Level: Technicians / Crew Requisition Id: 3277 Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to some 4,000 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Defence, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion. Position Summary The Vehicle Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for performing scheduled and un-scheduled maintenance and support of all mechanical equipment used by operations to serve customer needs. This includes a full range of handling services such as aircraft pushback and the safe operation of Ground Support Equipment (GSE). Compensation Data The posted salary ranges will default to that of your regional location and will not include any premiums. The baseline range will be as follows: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour" Minimum Requirements * High school diploma or general education degree (GED) * 2+ years of basic automotive and truck repair experience * Be at least 18 years of age with a valid drivers license * Ability to work flexible schedules and in various weather conditions as well as meeting minimum physical requirements of the job described below in the Physical Demands/Work Environment section * Knowledge and understanding of follow schematics, pneumatics, and manuals without supervision * Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals * Ability to provide written routine reports and correspondence * Must obtain an Airport ID Badge within 30 days of employment * Ability to use MS Office Suite Main Responsibilities * Responsible for the overall maintenance of the ground support equipment for the flight line within established operating procedures. * Responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle maintenance shop as well as for the vehicles in for maintenance. * Responsible for fuel farm inventory and operation. * Ordering of parts for the ground vehicles knowledge of vehicle maintenance, preventive maintenance, and the ability to learn ground power units and their systems. * Must have the ability to learn and maintain the aviation re-fuelers. * Must have knowledge of procedures and techniques on quality control of aviation fuels. * Must have working knowledge or trainable on basic DC electrical systems. * Other duties may be assigned. * Respect all airport policies and all applicable laws and regulations without alienating customers and conduct all work in accordance with Jet Aviations Policies, Manuals and Procedures * Represent Jet Aviation as one company internally and externally with industry groups, regulatory bodies and the General Dynamics network. Main Responsibilities Cont. Desired Characteristics Please enter the Desired Characteristics here Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use their hands and fingers to handle, feel, or reach. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, or sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds above their heads. Specific vision required for this job include, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust and focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee must be able to work in both a heavy maintenance environment and in upscale customer areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with occasional high volume when aircrafts arrive/depart. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration. Occasional fuel fumes may permeate the workplace. Employee must be willing and able to work in all types of weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The Hangar environment may be extreme hot and cold during certain seasons of the year. Jet Aviation provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Jet Aviation, where individuals are hired, employed, recognized, and advance based upon their individual skills and abilities and without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, age, religion, physical or mental disability status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), status as a protected veteran or any status or characteristic protected from employment discrimination under applicable federal, state and local laws (EEO status). This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, promotions, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, and opportunities for training and advancement.

Created: 2024-11-23