Mechanical Specialist II-1st Shift

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Full Time Manual Labor South Bend, IN, US

2 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $30.50 To $30.50 Hourly

Airport Maintenance Department – Terminal

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Reports to: Terminal Facilities Superintendent

Shift: Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 3:00 pm (shift hours may vary during winter operations)

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of Terminal Facilities Superintendent, this position performs facility mechanical inspections, troubleshooting, repairs and maintenance of advanced systems and components to include, but not limited to, maintenance and repair of passenger boarding bridges, baggage belts, overhead doors, pumps, boilers, motors, and building electro-mechanical systems. Incumbent will also assist in general facilities maintenance as needed. As a member of the Airport’s Maintenance Department, this position also performs snow operations as needed.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Examples of duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair passenger boarding bridges.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair baggage belts, to include replacing plates, carriage assemblies, splicing belts, replacing/repairing motors and drive chains, etc.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair overhead doors to include drives, rails, chains, safety sensors, etc.
• Maintain records and completes work orders.
• Identify replacement parts using manuals, schematics and other reference materials.
• Inspect, repair, and maintain all airport plumbing systems and associated components.
• Perform diagnostics using electronic diagnostic tools and industry best practices to determine cause of mechanical problems and identifying needed materials and equipment to perform required tasks.
• Perform internet searches for related parts, availability, and repair techniques.
• Make schematic diagrams of work completed to provide a record of installations.
• Direct work of any assistants required in the performance of mechanical tasks.
• Inspect and monitor work performed by others, to include contractor, for the airport and tenants (as appropriate) to ensure proper installation, maintenance, repairs, etc.
• Report orally and in writing, as needed, to supervisor regarding work completed and needed updates.
• Work with, assist, and provide leadership, knowledge and as appropriate.
• Drive equipment on ramps, taxiways, aircraft parking areas, and safety areas. Must communicate and follow radio directions from the air traffic control tower.
• Participate in random airport worker screenings as needed.
• Participate in Airport sponsored special events.
• Under stressful circumstances, assist Airport staff during emergencies involving aircraft or vehicle accidents or incidents and inclement or hazardous weather preparation, event, and recovery.
• Perform snow removal operations to include salting, sanding, shoveling, brooming, plowing and the application of de-ice and anti-icing products.
• Overtime as required.
• Support the Airport Authority's mission, vision, and values statements in all aspects of work. All employees are expected to be part of our customer service team as Dedicated Customer Care Specialists.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned .

Qualifications

To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a satisfactory manner. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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