Truck and equipment mechanic
PrimeFlight Aviation Services
Cocoa, FL
**Description**
**Shift: M-F: 7am-4pm, on call overtime**
**Pay: $21.00**
**INTRODUCTION**
Interested in working in aviation? Are you looking for a job with stability and growth opportunities? If you are looking for a career with growth potential and work well in a fast-paced, **team-oriented environment, we want to speak to you!**
**Perks of the job:**
+ 401(k)
+ 401(k) matching
+ Dental insurance
+ Health insurance
+ Life insurance
+ Vision insurance
+ Paid time off
+ Growth potential
_*Part-time benefits could vary_
**WHY WORK FOR PRIMEFLIGHT?**
+ We are committed to being a leading provider of commercial services within the aviation industry
+ Our teams focus on maintaining a positive working environment and treating all team members with respect
+ With more than 200 locations across the world, we offer opportunities for career progression
+ Enjoy a competitive pay scale
**ABOUT US**
+ We perform a wide range of airport support services globally on behalf of commercial airlines. Join us for a rewarding career in the aviation industry!
**BECOME A MECHANIC AT PRIMEFLIGHT!**
Our Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and servicing of a wide range of airport equipment and vehicles, ensuring their safe and efficient operation. This role involves diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, performing complex repairs, and conducting routine maintenance tasks. You will also keep detailed records of maintenance and repairs, collaborate with other team members, and adhere to safety protocols and regulations. This position plays a crucial role in maintaining the reliability of airport equipment.
**WHAT IT’S LIKE TO WORK AS A MECHANIC**
+ Understand engineering documentations such as sketches, drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, logic diagrams and give feedback to immediate supervisor on possible discrepancies
+ Diagnose/troubleshoot equipment system failures, isolate cause and take necessary corrective action
+ Troubleshoot/analyze/repair PLC equipment to module level
+ Evaluate/assist with engineering in the uses of current and future PLC equipment
+ Make sketches and instructions when needed
+ Use various tools to include standard electronic hand tools, precision measuring instruments, shop equipment (drill press, grinder, saws, etc.), fabrication equipment (wire-wrap, crimp and solder station), as necessary to accomplish assigned work
+ Read job specifications and work orders to plan work procedures
+ Diagnose engine issues with or without computer software
+ Diagnose chassis, electrical system issues with or without computer software
+ Understand hydraulic and pneumatic concepts
+ Work in a garage or outside on shop grounds
+ Brings their “A” game every day with energy and enthusiasm, respect for their team, and the highest regard for safety
+ May be assigned other duties as required
**QUALIFICATIONS**
+ 18 years of age or older
+ Eligible to work in the United States
+ Must have minimum tools to perform the maintenance and repair work
+ Must have a valid state-issued driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
+ Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language, to include documents
+ Ability to use electronic devices including IPads/Tablets, Computers, and Mobile Devices
+ Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, both in-person and through electronic means
+ Pass a background check and drug screen
+ Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable)
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements.
**PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/WORKING CONDITIONS MAY INCLUDE:**
+ Ability to lift up to 70 pounds
+ Prolonged standing and walking in an indoor/outdoor environment as applicable
+ Must be able to reach with arms and grasp with hands
+ Must be able to push, pull
+ Must be able to crawl and crouch, at times, in confined tight spaces
+ Must be able to bend, stretch, squat, kneel
+ Must be able to climb and work at elevated heights
+ Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels
+ Exposure to Biohazards and/or Chemicals
+ Exposure to outdoor elements
+ Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms
+ Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers
+ Specific vision abilities required for this job include: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
The pay rate listed on this post is what the company reasonably expects to pay for this position. However, individual compensation may vary based on factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, education, and experience.
**PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state/province, and local laws.**