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Ground Support Equipment Technician - STL at Southwest Airlines, MO-St Louis

Ground Support Equipment Technician - STL at Southwest Airlines in MO-St Louis. Full-time. $35.77 an hour. Apply with swipeandhired.

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 $35.77 per hour*, plus $3.00/hr. skill premium. 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: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits

Job Summary

Like working with tools and solving problems? Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Technicians at Southwest keep things moving behind the scenes by fixing and taking care of the powerful machines we use on the ground—like trucks, carts, and de-icing gear. They build, repair, paint, and make sure everything works safely. It’s hands-on work that helps flights take off smoothly and keeps the airport running strong. Check out what a day as a GSE Technician is like: swa.is/DayWithGSE

Additional details

This role is part of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which means pay, schedules, and other job details are set through an agreement with the labor union.

Work schedules are based on seniority and may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays. There may be times when mandatory overtime is required to support flight operations, but there are also opportunities to trade shifts and find a schedule that works for you.

U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.

Learn more about becoming a GSE and check out the FAQs: https://careers.southwestair.com/ground-support-equipment-technician-workgroup

We’re committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.

Responsibilities

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
Attends initial and ongoing training (classroom and/or on-the-job), and keeps current on knowledge, information, 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

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficiency in the maintenance and repair of electrical and hydraulic systems
Ability to perform minor or major body repair
Ability to read documents, follow instructions, learn and understand procedures, rules, and regulations including federal and local security regulations
Ability to read and research technical manuals and electrical & hydraulic schematics
Ability to work under tight time constraints to accomplish job tasks
Ability to effectively communicate in both written and verbal form
Ability to work well under stressful situations
Ability to work well with others as part of a Team
Proficiency in arc, gas, and MIG welding, as well as cutting torch
Proficiency in metal fabrication
Proficiency in equipment spray painting

Education

Required: High School Diploma or GED
Preferred: Associate's Degree or automotive/equipment repair technical degree

Experience

Required: 3 Years Heavy truck and/or equipment repair experience with a technical degree
Required: 5 Years Heavy truck and/or equipment repair experience in lieu of a technical degree
Preferred: Experience using a computer inventory tracking system

Licensing/Certification

ASE and A/C Certification preferred
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

Physical Abilities

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

Other Qualifications

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
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
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

*The pay amount doesn’t guarantee employment for any particular period. **401(k) Company match contributions are subject to the plan’s vesting schedule. Match contributions may vary based on the position.
***Profit-sharing contributions are subject to the Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company.

Pay Rate:
$35.77
Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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