- 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.
Ground Equipment Mechanic - Vancouver, Canada - Jazz Aviation
Description
Purpose of Position:
Maintaining and carrying our repairs to ground support equipment (GSE) including: de-icing trucks, tow tractors, forklifts, ground power units, work stands, and more.
Key Responsibilities:
Reporting to the Ground Equipment Crew Chief and the Manager, Systems Support & GSE, the Ground Equipment Mechanic will be responsible for the following tasks:
Qualifications:
Jazz recognizes that the best talent includes people of all backgrounds, abilities and points of view. To be a leader in our industry, Jazz celebrates diversity and values the uniqueness that each individual has to offer. We empower our people to foster an internal culture of inclusion, creating safe workspaces where everyone can be their authentic self. Meeting the needs of our diverse passengers is critical to our success and we recognize the importance of a workforce that is reflective of the communities we serve.