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About the Role

Swissport is seeking a Heavy Equipment & Fleet Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of airport support vehicles and equipment. No aviation experience is required as training will be provided.

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.
• 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.
• Liaise with Ramp management, customers and staff in a professional manner when needed.
• Work as a self-starter and report to shop leads daily.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• 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.
• Reporting to work during snow, ice and cold weather required.
• Overtime is necessary during weather emergencies.
• Will be working outside in all weather conditions year-round.

Skills

• Heavy equipment maintenance
• Diesel engine repair
• Commercial truck maintenance
• Agricultural equipment repair
• Construction equipment maintenance
• Fleet maintenance
• Automotive diagnostics
• Hydraulic knowledge
• Good oral and verbal communication skills
• Good computer skills

Location

• Various locations across the globe

Work Type

• Full-time

Experience Level

• Mechanic experience

Education Level

• Trade school training preferred

Salary/Compensations

• $28-43/hr

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Paid vacation time
• Sick time
• Company paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match

About the Company

• Swissport is a global leader in aviation services, providing Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services.
• 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.

Equal Opportunity

• At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.