Ground Service Equipment Technician (Automotive and Diesel)

Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network.<br><br>Come join us to create what’s next. Let’s define tomorrow, together.<br><br><h2>Description</h2><blockquote dir="ltr"><p class="MsoNormal">At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape.</p><h3><span style="font-size:13px;">Key Responsibilities:</span></h3><ul><li><span style="font-size:13px;">Troubleshoot, repair and complete preventative maintenance on Ground Service Equipment (both motorized and non-motorized)</span></li><li><span style="font-size:13px;">Work will include diagnostic testing and repair of gas engines, transmissions, suspension and brake systems</span></li><li><span style="font-size:13px;">Troubleshooting and repair of diesel engines, heavy industrial equipment, including large aircraft air conditioners, air start and ground electrical power units</span></li><li><span style="font-size:13px;">Ground Service Equipment Technicians are represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)</span></li><li><span style="font-size:13px;">Schedules are bid and awarded according to seniority</span></li><li><span style="font-size:13px;">Salary increases will be administered according to the current IBT/United contract</span></li><li><span style="font-size:13px;">New employees are required to join the union within ninety (90) days of employment</span></li><li><span style="font-size:13px;">There is an initiation fee for joining the union and subsequent monthly union dues which are set by the Local Lodge</span></li></ul></blockquote><h2>Qualifications</h2><blockquote dir="ltr"><h3 style="font-family:Arial;">What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):</h3><ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color:white;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);line-height:normal;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:'Times New Roman';mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;">24 months of experience with troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of gas and diesel engines, electrical and hydraulic systems, and motorized equipment</span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color:white;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);line-height:normal;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:'Times New Roman';mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;">Must have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent</span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color:white;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);line-height:normal;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:'Times New Roman';mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;">Must possess a valid state issued driver's license</span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color:white;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);line-height:normal;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:'Times New Roman';mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;">Ability to work any shift assigned (nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed) within 24/7 operation</span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color:white;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);line-height:normal;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:'Times New Roman';mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;">Ability to climb and work from ladders, and/or walk for extended periods</span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color:white;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);line-height:normal;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:'Times New Roman';mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;">Ability to work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions</span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color:white;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);line-height:normal;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:'Times New Roman';mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;">Ability to work in an environment with exposure to high noise levels</span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color:white;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);line-height:normal;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:'Times New Roman';mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;">Moderate lifting</span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color:white;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);line-height:normal;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:'Times New Roman';mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;">Computer experience for input and retrieval of data</span></span></li></ul><p> </p><h3 style="font-family:Arial;">What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):</h3><ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color:white;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);line-height:normal;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:'Times New Roman';mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;">Certificate of completion from an accredited automotive school</span></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="background-color:white;color:rgb(0, 0, 0);line-height:normal;"><span style="color:#000000;"><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-fareast-font-family:'Times New Roman';mso-font-kerning:0pt;mso-ligatures:none;">Experience with motorized equipment supporting airport ground operations</span></span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal" style="background-color:white;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:18.75pt;"> </p></blockquote><br>The starting rate for this role is $34.52.<br><br>United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation, contact <a href="mailto:JobAccommodations@united.com" target="_blank">JobAccommodations@united.com</a>

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