Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to some 4,000 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Defence, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind e
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Vehicle Mechanic - Ground Support Equipment Technician
Job Description:

Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to some 4,000 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Defence, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers’ journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion.

Position Summary

The Vehicle Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for performing scheduled and un-scheduled maintenance and support of all mechanical equipment used by operations to serve customer needs.  This includes a full range of handling services such as aircraft pushback and the safe operation of Ground Support Equipment (GSE).  

Compensation Data

“The posted salary ranges will default to that of your regional location and will not include any premiums. The baseline range will be as follows: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour"

Minimum Requirements
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) 
  • 2+ years of basic automotive and truck repair experience 
  • Be at least 18 years of age with a valid driver’s license  
  • Ability to work flexible schedules and in various weather conditions as well as meeting minimum physical requirements of the job described below in the “Physical Demands/Work  Environment” section 
  • Knowledge and understanding of follow schematics, pneumatics, and manuals without  supervision  
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals 
  • Ability to provide written routine reports and correspondence  
  • Must obtain an Airport ID Badge within 30 days of employment
  • Ability to use MS Office Suite
Main Responsibilities
  • Responsible for the overall maintenance of the ground support equipment for the flight line within established operating procedures.  
  • Responsible for the safe operation of the vehicle maintenance shop as well as for the vehicles in for maintenance.  
  • Responsible for fuel farm inventory and operation.  
  • Ordering of parts for the ground vehicles knowledge of vehicle maintenance, preventive maintenance, and the ability to learn ground power units and their systems.  
  • Must have the ability to learn and maintain the aviation re-fuelers.  
  • Must have knowledge of procedures and techniques on quality control of aviation fuels. 
  • Must have working knowledge or trainable on basic DC electrical systems.  
  • Other duties may be assigned.  
  • Respect all airport policies and all applicable laws and regulations without alienating customers and conduct all work in accordance with Jet Aviation’s Policies, Manuals and Procedures  
  • Represent Jet Aviation as one company internally and externally with industry groups, regulatory bodies and the General Dynamics network.
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Desired Characteristics

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Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use their hands and fingers to handle, feel, or reach.  The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, or sit.  The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, kneel, crouch or crawl.   The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds above their heads.  Specific vision required for this job include, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust and focus.

Work Environment

The  work  environment  characteristics  described  here  are  representative  of  those  an  employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  

 

The employee must be able to work in both a heavy maintenance environment and in upscale customer areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with occasional high volume when aircrafts  arrive/depart.  The employee is frequently  exposed  to  vibration.  Occasional  fuel  fumes  may permeate the workplace. Employee must be willing and able to work in all types of weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The Hangar environment may be extreme hot and cold during certain seasons of the year. 

Jet Aviation provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Company Details
Jet Aviation Staffing
112 Charles A. Lindbergh Drive
Teterboro Airport
Teterboro, New Jersey 07608 USA
www.jetaviation.com/services/staffing
124 Open Jobs Available
Jet Aviation Staffing was founded in 1983 in the U.S. and is a respected industry leader in global business aviation staffing solutions and support. Jet Aviation Staffing is the only global company that offers a full range of aviation staffing services...

Benefits:
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Supported Manufacturers:
Various

Supported Models:
Various
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Job Info
Location
Teterboro, New Jersey, United States
Type
Permanent
Company Details
Jet Aviation Staffing
112 Charles A. Lindbergh Drive
Teterboro Airport
Teterboro, New Jersey 07608 USA
www.jetaviation.com/services/staffing
124 Open Jobs Available
Jet Aviation Staffing was founded in 1983 in the U.S. and is a respected industry leader in global business aviation staffing solutions and support. Jet Aviation Staffing is the only global company that offers a full range of aviation staffing services...

Benefits:
Call for details

Supported Manufacturers:
Various

Supported Models:
Various

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