Job Description
The work of a Ground Equipment Mechanic includes performing mechanical maintenance work such as dismantling, repairing, fabricating, welding, altering, painting, and maintaining automotive, ramp, provisioning, and deicing equipment and components.
Duties and Responsibilities
Your main responsibilities in this role include the following:
Must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed on this description.
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders.
Diagnoses and repairs various types of automotive, ramp, provisioning, and deicing equipment utilized within the airline industry.
Performs both preventative maintenance and unscheduled maintenance on all airline ground equipment.
Attends initial and ongoing training (classroom and/or on-the-job), and keeps current on knowledge, information, and equipment to maintain proficiency in their work.
Create and track work orders performed in a timely manner into maintenance tracking program.
Required to wear Company visual identification card, prominently displayed above the waist for ready recognition.
Job Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Preferred Associates degree or automotive/equipment repair technical degree
3 Years Heavy truck and/or equipment repair experience with a technical degree
5 Years Heavy truck and/or equipment repair experience in lieu of a technical degree
Must be able to work in vicinity of ramps, hangers and terminals.
Must be able to lift and move items up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
Must be able to climb, bend, kneel, crawl and stoop on a frequent basis, and for extended periods.
Must be able to perform job functions within a confined space or in potentially hazardous areas.
May be required to work thru inclement weather
Required proficiency in the maintenance and repair of electrical and hydraulic systems.
Required ability to perform minor or major body repair.
Required ability to read documents, follow instructions, learn and understand procedures, rules, and regulations including federal and local security regulations.
Required ability to read and research technical manuals and electrical & hydraulic schematics
Required ability to work under tight time constraints to accomplish job tasks.
Required ability to effectively communicate in both written and verbal form.
Required ability to work well under stressful situations.
Required ability to work well with others as part of a Team.
Preferred proficiency in arc, gas, and MIG welding, as well as cutting torch.
Preferred proficiency in metal fabrication.
Preferred proficiency in equipment spray painting.
Preferred previous experience using a computer inventory tracking system
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines.
Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines.
Must possess and maintain valid state motor vehicle operator's license
Must be able to obtain and maintain a SIDA badge and meet all local airport requirements
Required to have a complete set of mechanic’s tools.
May be required to travel by airplane to other cities to perform field service work outside of the normal shop environment. May also include overnight stays.
Must be able to work varied shifts and/or overtime, as well as on holidays and weekends.
Must be able to satisfactorily complete training program and six-month probationary evaluation period.
Other Qualifications
Job Details
Company: Southwest Airlines
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Location: Austin, Texas, United States
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