Facilities Technician III - Electro-Mechanical

Salary Level 5

Full-Time

Non-Exempt

Typical Hiring Range: $24.22/hr. to $30.56/hr.

To be considered for this position, candidates must complete an application by visiting gspairport.com/careers.

Position Summary (Primary Function)

Responsible for the general maintenance of all Airport facilities Electromechanical Systems including but not limited to Baggage Conveyor Systems, Passenger Boarding Bridges, Automatic Doors, Automatic Gates, Building Systems, Restrooms, Water Features, and Roofs.

Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Participate in safety programs and safety training, ensuring compliance with all company safety and environmental policies.
• Shall maintain and repair restroom facilities, plumbing fixtures, and system piping.
• Minor repair of various lighting systems.
• Maintains and repairs passenger boarding bridges, baggage conveyor systems, doors, gates, water features, etc.
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections and repairs on various electromechanical systems to ensure maximum efficiency and reliability.
• Shall assist other technicians when needed in general mechanical maintenance activities.
• Will be responsible for clean-up of pre-assigned areas and workspaces.
• Assist with snow and ice removal activities.
• Shall perform other duties necessary to keep the airport operating safely and efficiently.
• Responsible for setting an effective pace and minimizing interruptions in the completion of tasks.
• Will be required to work without direct supervision.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Secondary education preferred (Associates Degree, Military or Job Training course in Industrial Maintenance).

Experience Requirements

• Two (2) years’ experience as an Electro-Mechanical Technician at a large commercial or industrial facility; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Plumbing and Pipe Fitting experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have a thorough knowledge of and exercise judgment and planning in selecting and using materials, tools, and equipment in industrial maintenance.
• Must be capable of reasoning through problems involving simple and complex equipment.
• Must be able to read and utilize instruction manuals and electromechanical drawings.
• Knowledge in the maintenance and repair of 3-phase motors and motor control circuits.
• Knowledge in the maintenance of plumbing systems.
• Knowledge in the maintenance of low voltage electrical systems.
• Familiar with fire alarm and water-based fire protection systems. Must have the ability to understand and communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Must be physically able to operate a forklift and aerial man lifts.
• Must be able to operate vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission and those equipped with a manual transmission.
• This position requires skills in prioritization, organization, verbal communications and interpersonal relations.
• Proficiency in the use of a personal computer is necessary, including skills in Microsoft Office 365 and SharePoint.
• May be required to complete an annual medical physical designed for the performance and requirements of the job.
• Must demonstrate the desire to continue training and upgrading knowledge needed to stay abreast of changing technology.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Supervisory Responsibility

• None at this time.

Licenses Required

• Valid Driver’s License.

Certifications Required

• None at this time.

Latitude/Independent Judgment/Accuracy

• Diligence must be exercised when handling confidential information.
• Reasonable care for equipment/process will prevent injury/damage.
• Responsible for own work but must coordinate work with others.

Working Conditions

• Physical Demand - Must be physically able to use the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required of the job. Worker will be exposed to heat, cold, rain, snow and icy conditions. Works near mechanical and electrical equipment, risk of electrical shock. Exposure to flammable, toxic and caustic chemicals. Exposure to heights and will be required to work from ladders and lifts. Must possess the ability to perform strenuous physical activities, engage in sustained physical exertion and perform arduous work under adverse conditions. Must maintain physical fitness pertinent to the work. Frequent bending and stooping. Will be required to lift objects up to 55 pounds without assistance. May be exposed to noise levels greater than 55db. All necessary Personal Protective Equipment will be provided by the airport.
• Mental and/or Visual Demand - Mental and visual demands are high and vary with function performed. Consistent mental attention needed to respond safely and efficiently. Frequent work or travel in or near roadways, parking areas, and aircraft ramp areas require constant vigilance of vehicular, aircraft and equipment traffic.
• Attentiveness to work procedures will reduce potential risk of injury in work areas.
• Exposed to normal office environment and normal aviation environment.
• This position requires uncommon tours of duty to include but not limited to weekends and holidays, rotating shift assignments and overtime duty.
• Will be subject to recall after normal duty hours.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to complete and pass a background investigation, drug screening, and physical examination as per Federal, State, and GSP Airport District requirements.

The Greenville-Spartanburg Airport District is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.