Southwest Airlines
Airline
GSETechnician
Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.
“GSE Technician at Southwest Airlines. Skills: maintenance and repair of electrical and hydraulic systems, minor or major body repair, arc, gas, and MIG welding, metal fabrication. 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”
Industry & Context.
Diagnoses and repairs various types of automotive, ramp, provisioning, and deicing equipment
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, U. S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U. S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available, 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
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
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 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, 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, 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, Required to have a complete set of mechanic's tools, 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
Nice to Have
Associate's Degree or automotive/equipment repair technical degree, Experience using a computer inventory tracking system, ASE and A/C Certification preferred
What You'll Do.
Diagnoses and repairs various types of automotive
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
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
Must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed on this description
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Ability to work well with others as part of a Team
Communication Scope
Ability to effectively communicate in both written and verbal form
Full Job Description
**Department:** Cargo Provo & GSE **Our Company Promise** We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer. **Job Description:** Pay & Benefits: Pay of $34.73 per hour*, with the opportunity for future increase per applicable collective bargaining agreement wage scale based on time in position. Opportunities for overtime and shift premiums. Benefits you’ll love: • Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too) • Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan, which includes a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) Company match contribution up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings** • Potential for annual profit-sharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan—when Southwest profits, you profit*** • Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents • Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the first day of employment. You'll have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan, and coverage will be retroactively available to your first day of employment. • Explore more benefits you’ll love: All of Southwest’s People come together to deliver on our Purpose; Connecting People to what’s important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. The Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Technician supports our Purpose by performing mechanical maintenance work. This role maintains our automotive, ramp, provisioning, and deicing equipment through duties such as dismantling, repairing, fabricating, welding, altering, and painting. The GSE Technician is detail-oriented and looks forward to making a meaningful impact as
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