Ground Support Equipment Mechanic

About the role

Horizon Air relies on ground vehicles to be as reliable and safe as our aircraft. We are looking for an auto mechanic who is good with electrical systems, diagnostics, and can problem-solve on the fly to join our team as a Ground Support Equipment Mechanic.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for cost-effective repair of ground support equipment
• Prioritize equipment repair needs
• Work with manager to provide adequate equipment to the field
• Maintain equipment in safe condition
• Keep track of parts and create work orders
• Analyze maintenance programs
• Troubleshoot equipment problems
• Work with leads, supervisors, and manager to provide responsive service to the station's repair needs
• Travel to other cities to repair equipment
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 2 years of maintenance experience, which may include experience with fabrication, auto body, automotive mechanics, heavy-equipment (diesel) mechanics, and electric vehicle and generator mechanics
• Ability to be qualified to operate a Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) and not currently disqualified from operating a CMV
• Must be able to obtain a current DOT medical certificate
• Ability to provide a list of violations or the certificate required to qualify as a DOT driver under the provisions of the FMCSA
• Must have an adequate complement of own tools
• Authorization to enter and exit Canada
• Valid unexpired driver’s license issued by a US state, a US territory, or the District of Columbia
• Ability to consistently lift 50 pounds
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, reach, and grasp
• Ability to travel to other cities up to 50% of the time
• Ability to work a variety of schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work in some inclement weather conditions
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to obtain airport security clearance
• Ability to communicate in English
• High school diploma
• Minimum age of 21
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Preferred ASE Certification
• Technical trade school in repair and maintenance
• Electric powered vehicle experience

Skills

Embody our values to own safety, do the right thing, be caring and kind, and deliver performance.

Benefits

• Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air
• Comprehensive well-being programs, including medical, dental, and vision benefits
• Generous 401k match program
• Annual bonus plans
• Generous holiday and paid time off

Pay

Starting rate: $29.13/Hr. $2,000 hiring bonus paid after 30 days of employment for external candidates only.