Swissport

Global airport ground handling and cargo

Heavy Equipment / Automotive Mechanic / Fleet Mechanic - Airport Equipment

Equipment MaintenancePosted on Nov 13

Full-timeGrand Rapids, MI, USA$23 - $26 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

A valid driver's license is required.
Trade school training and/or a mechanical background is preferred.
Good oral and verbal communication skills are required.
Good computer skills are required.
The employee must be willing to clean and maintain a safe workshop.
The employee must be willing to travel when necessary for training or to assist other stations with ground support equipment needs.
The employee must be willing to learn hydraulic systems and have basic hydraulic knowledge.
Airport deicing training is required.
The employee must retain a motor vehicle driver's license for both airside and non-airside driving in good standing.
The employee must comply with federal, provincial, municipal, airport authority, and carrier security requirements.

Responsibilities

Operate and drive all types of motorized and non-motorized ground support equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance on ground support equipment according to established schedules.
Troubleshoot and diagnostically assess ground support equipment as required.
Work during snow, ice, and cold weather, including overtime during weather emergencies.
Work outside year-round in all weather conditions.
Remove malfunctioning ground support equipment from service and ensure it is not returned to service until accurately diagnosed and repaired.
Respond to emergency service calls and accidents involving ground support equipment.
Complete maintenance and repair documentation consistent with carrier, station, airport authority, municipal, state, federal, and company requirements.
Follow safety guidelines established by WCB, EPA, WHMIS, and management.
Keep the ground support equipment shop and its equipment clean and serviceable, and report deficiencies to management.
Fuel equipment in accordance with safety and environmental requirements.
Liaise professionally with ramp management, customers, and staff when needed.
Work independently and report to shop leads daily.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with heavy equipment, diesel engines, commercial trucks, agricultural equipment, construction equipment, fleet maintenance, or automotive diagnostics.

Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple – “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience.” 

We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe.  

Job Summary

Are you an experienced Heavy Equipment, Diesel, Automotive, Agricultural, Construction Equipment, or Fleet Mechanic looking for a unique opportunity to work on a diverse fleet of specialized equipment? Swissport is seeking a Heavy Equipment & Fleet Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of airport support vehicles and equipment that keep aircraft, passengers, and cargo moving safely and efficiently. No aviation experience is required. We provide training on airport-specific equipment and systems.

The expected pay rate is $23/hr - $26/hr. Hourly determined based on a skill assessment. Full-time employees are offered a range of health and wellness benefits as well as 401(k) with company match paid vacation time, sick time, and company paid holidays.

Your activities

Operate and drive all types of GSE equipment – motorized and non-motorized.
Perform and show competence in preventive maintenance per established schedules on all ground support equipment
Provide trouble-shooting and diagnostic assessment of ground support equipment as required
Hydraulic knowledge or basics necessary. Must be willing to learn hydraulic systems
Airport deicing training will be required. Reporting to work during snow, Ice and cold weather required. Overtime is necessary during weather emergencies
Will be working outside in all weather conditions year-round
Remove malfunctioning ground support equipment from service and ensure GSE is not returned to service until malfunction has been accurately diagnosed and repaired
Respond to emergency service calls as well as accidents involving ground support equipment
Complete all maintenance/repair documentation consistent with carrier, station, airport authority, municipal, state, federal and SP requirements
Comply with all federal, provincial, municipal, airport authority and carrier security requirements
Will retain a motor vehicle driver’s license for both air side / non airside in good standing at all times
Follow all safety guidelines set out by WCB, EPA, WHIMIS, and SP management
Keep GSE shop and its equipment always clean and serviceable, report all deficiencies to management
Fuel equipment as necessary with full regard for all safety and environmental requirements
Will liaison with Ramp management, customers and staff in a professional manner when needed
Work as a self-starter and report to shop leads daily

This position is ideal for mechanics with experience in:

Heavy equipment
Diesel engines
Commercial trucks
Agricultural equipment
Construction equipment
Fleet maintenance
Automotive diagnostics

Your profile

Valid driver's license
Trade school training and or a mechanical background preferred.
Good oral and verbal communication skills
Good computer skills.
Willing to clean and maintain a safe workshop.
Willing to travel when necessary for training or to assist other SP stations with GSE needs as required

What we offer

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Visit our website at https://careers.swissport.com to learn more about Life at Swissport.

Join Swissport today and be part of a team that connects the world of aviation!

About the Company

Swissport

Global airport ground handling and cargo

Swissport is the world’s largest provider of airport ground services and a major player in air cargo handling. It delivers the behind-the-scenes work that keeps flights moving, including baggage handling, de-icing, passenger services support, ramp operations, aircraft servicing, and cargo logistics, at hundreds of airports across 44 countries. Its products and services work by offering an integrated suite of ground handling solutions that airport operators and airlines outsource to ensure timely, safe, and efficient turnaround of aircraft and cargo. Swissport differentiates itself through scale, an extensive global network, and a history of mergers and acquisitions that have built a broad, standardized service offering and deep operational expertise across markets. The company’s goal is to be the leading, globally connected provider of ground handling and cargo services, helping airlines run smooth operations and minimize turnaround times even under challenging conditions.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Acquired
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Zurich, Switzerland
Founded: 1997

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