Mechanic (JFK Airport

Career Opportunity With Growth Potential

FSM Group, LLC, an aviation fuel management company with multiple locations in the US, has an immediate need for multiple Mechanic positions for ground services equipment maintenance at its JFK airport operation. FSM Group where safety is paramount, strives to pay competitive wages, offer meaningful and affordable health insurance, growth opportunities for performers, and a work environment of respect.

The Mechanic position's primary responsibility is to ensure a variety of ground services equipment are operational on an ongoing basis and meet safety requirements. Ground services equipment include, but are not limited to, fuel carts, hydrant trucks, luggage tugs, deicing trucks, and catering trucks.

Essential Duties:

• Preventative and routine repair services.
• Coolant and fluid checks.
• Brake checks and tire changes.
• Troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Repairs and refurbishments of equipment.
• Conduct safety checks on service equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

• Strong culture of promoting from within
• Pay On Demand Program - Your paycheck before payday
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) matching program with immediate vesting
• Paid Time Off per year
• …and much more! Learn more

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• 18 years of age or older;
• Reliable transportation;
• Eligible to work in the United States;
• Valid state driver's license with clean motor vehicle record;
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and federal fingerprint background check.
• 1-2 years of mechanical experience of any kind (preferably auto mechanic, box truck, HVAC, refrigeration systems, etc.)
• Mechanical minds who enjoy problem-solving
• General knowledge of carburetors, alternators, starter motors, batteries, hydraulics, small engines, radiators, and diesel engines
• Experience working on Ground Support Equipment is preferred, but not required.
• Electrical and diesel skills are preferred, but not required.

Additional Qualifications:

• Ability to problem solve;
• Basic mathematical skills;
• Demonstrated regular, predictable attendance at the airport location;
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals;
• Ability to communicate in English while on the job with customers, coworkers, or supervisors who only speak English, in emergencies or other situations in which employees must speak a common language to promote safety;
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form;
• Basic understanding of computer applications and data entries.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

This position requires sustained physical effort and consistent exposure to outdoor and potentially hazardous work environments. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Mobility and Access:

• Must be able to climb up and down stairs and ladders with 50+ steps and work at heights of 50 feet or more, including high, precarious places.
• Must be able to get in and out of vehicles of varying sizes and heights.
• Must be able to drive and operate vehicles and equipment of various sizes, including automated lifts up to 26 feet.

Lifting and Carrying:

• Frequently lift and carry up to 30 pounds overhead.
• Occasionally lift up to 70 pounds to waist level.
• Must be able to shovel materials such as snow, sand, dirt, gravel, or rocks as needed.

Standing and Movement:

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, squat, kneel, crawl, twist, climb, and balance for extended periods of time.
• Perform repetitive physical movements, including bending at the waist and knees, and sustaining awkward or physically demanding positions.
• Capable of climbing and standing on step ladders while performing overhead work, such as connecting fueling hoses.
• Manual Dexterity
• Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, grip, and operate tools, equipment, and controls.

Sensory Requirements:

• Hear and respond to verbal instructions, environmental sounds, and audible alarms.
• Maintain the following vision capabilities:
• Cl…