Ground Equipment Mechanic
Fly Jazz
- Vancouver, BC
- Permanent
- Full-time
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- Provide maintenance to GSE including: a variety of vehicles and engine driven equipment, such as: de-icing trucks, ground power units, air conditioning carts, tow tractors, forklifts, and belt loaders.
- Mechanical repairs to other equipment such as tow bars, work stands, scissor lifts, hydraulic power units and jacks, sky-check carts, AC and DC electric mobile power carts.
- Mechanical and Electrical troubleshooting of defects.
- Support of remote airport station equipment as required.
- Maintain GSE stock and deal and communicate with suppliers when required.
- Proper handling of all controlled substances and cleanliness of GSE work area.
- Current hours are Monday to Friday, shift work could be required based on operational requirements.
- Perform duties in accordance with established policies, procedures and regulation while giving primary consideration to personal safety, and the safety of co-workers and customers.
- Other related duties as assigned.
- The successful candidate will have completed an Auto Mechanic or Heavy Equipment Mechanic Trade in recognized post-secondary institution, or completed a combination of work experience and industry courses in the trade.
- A journeyman certificate is preferred.
- A red seal certificate is preferred, but not required.
- Previous experience with aviation equipment is an asset.
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
- Ability to obtain an Airport Restricted Area Pass and Airport Vehicle Operators Permit.
- The incumbent must possess excellent communication skills, have a strong work ethic.
- Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset, but not required.