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Job description
COMPANY INTRODUCTION
ALVEST is the world leader in airport ground support equipment manufacturing and distribution through its entities TLD, Smart Airport Services (SAS) and Alvest Equipment Services (AES) with consolidated sales in the range of 750 million USD. Alvest Equipment Services (AES) is dedicated to ground support equipment maintenance, rental, leasing, and overhaul services with a high level of growth in Europe, USA, and the Middle East.
Now offering FLIGHT BENEFITS for exclusive airfare savings along with hotel and rental car discounts!
At Alvest Equipment Services, we look for mechanics who not only enjoy using their skills in troubleshooting hydraulic, electrical or HVAC issues but like having fun while doing so! We foster an environment where teamwork and ingenuity are rewarded and encourage job growth.
Those who will excel in this role: Automotive, Diesel, Forklift and Heavy Equipment Mechanics.
Shift: 6:00am - 4:30pm
Monday - Friday
ADDITIONAL INCENTIVES
On Call Bonus Opportunities
Earn more by completing your ASE certifications in Medium/Heavy Equipment and receive a one-time bonus for becoming a Certified Master Technician.
Employee Referral Bonus
COMPANY BENEFITS
Medical, Dental and Vision
Company Provided Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
Company Paid Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
10 Paid Holidays + Your Birthday
PTO - Minimum 3 weeks per year
Annual Profit Sharing Bonus
401(K) and Roth Matching
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
POSITION SUMMARY
The Site Leader is responsible for managing a maintenance station, performing equipment maintenance procedures on a fleet of Airport Ground Support Equipment, maintaining a high-quality standard. Will work on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems for many different types of Ground Support Equipment (GSE). Mechanics will adhere to and comply with service bulletins, and perform computer-based software updates, diagnostics, and troubleshooting GSE. This role covers maintenance and repair of a broad range of ground support equipment, including but not limited to tow tractors, belt loaders, pushback tractors, air start units, cargo loaders, deicers, hydraulic lifts, tugs, and aircraft refueling trucks. Responsibilities also include close communication with multiple Customers to report on Equipment Status and coordinate work.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversee a team of technicians, ensuring that their performance meets the company safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
Manage the work schedule based on equipment availability and customer operational needs.
Ensure work area cleanliness, tool accountability, and appropriate shop.
Manage the Office Administrator and ensure that work is properly documented in the ERP system, this includes: Managing purchasing to maintain stock levels. Maintaining an inventory of spare parts.
Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, HVAC, and/or electrical discrepancies on various Ground Support Equipment (GSE) systems and subsystems.
Inspect, repair, rebuild/overhaul components, such as mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, HVAC, and hydraulic systems.
Manage the relationship with the customer to ensure that work processes follow site safety and workflow guidelines.
Communicate Equipment status and repairs ETC to customer.
Keep direct manager informed of all relevant activity, providing a high level of detail so the customer's expectations can be managed and changes to the scope of work can be accounted for.
Create/Analyze site activity performance indicators and prepare corrective actions from these indicators.
Manage punctual projects related to the maintenance station.
Other assignments as designated by the Regional Manager.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred, with a technical degree a strong plus
Must have strong mechanical and electrical aptitude and the ability to understand and troubleshoot heavy equipment
Must have shop floor experience and the ability to manage the work schedule and have a presence for all three shifts
Must have strong leadership skills, though aptitude would be considered
Must have strong communication skills and judgment, with the ability to keep management informed and to know, with training, when to escalate a problem or issue
Must be accessible via phone for emergencies
Strong Microsoft Office Skills including Excel and PowerPoint
5S (or equivalent) experience for floor organization
ERP experience
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.
Must be able to read and speak the English language.
Ability to work both as a team and/or independently with great success.
Legally eligible to work in the United States.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have a valid driver's license.
No travel restrictions.
NICE TO HAVE CERTIFICATIONS:
Med/Heavy Truck Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification preferred.
Universal HVAC certification preferred.
Worksite address
fairbanks, AK, 99712, US
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