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Company:

United Airlines

Job Code:

Operations_ Specialist

Job Description:

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Ground Service Equipment Technician (Diesel and Automotive) - Denver International Airport

Description

There’s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We’re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly, and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we’re growing – in the years ahead, we’ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. At United, we offer a competitive compensation package, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, accident and disability, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) plan with employee and company contribution opportunities, pension, and flight privileges. Benefits are subject to a collective bargaining agreement.

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.

Starting hourly rate is $32.65, subject to a collective bargaining agreement.

Bonus eligible: yes

Salary and benefits information is being included in this job posting in accordance with Colorado state law.

Key Responsibilities:

Troubleshoot, repair and complete preventative maintenance on Ground Service Equipment (both motorized and non-motorized)

Work will include diagnostic testing and repair of gas engines, transmissions, suspension and brake systems

Troubleshooting and repair of diesel engines, heavy industrial equipment, including large aircraft air conditioners, air start and ground electrical power units

Ground Service Equipment Technicians are represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)

Schedules are bid and awarded according to seniority

Salary increases will be administered according to the current IBT/United contract

New employees are required to join the union within ninety (90) days of employment

There is an initiation fee for joining the union and subsequent monthly union dues which are set by the Local Lodge

Position Title:

Ground Service Equipment Technician (Diesel & Automotive)- Denver, CO

Job Category:

Technician

Minimum Education Required:

High School/GED

City*:

Denver

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities:

Qualifications

United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!

What’s needed to succeed:

24 months of experience with troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of gas and diesel engines, electrical and hydraulic systems, and motorized equipment

Must be willing to work from Denver International Airport

Must have a high school diploma, GED or equivalent

Must possess a valid state issued driver's license

Ability to work any shift assigned (nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed) within 24/7 operation

Ability to climb and work from ladders, and/or walk for extended periods

Ability to work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditions

Ability to work in an environment with exposure to high noise levels

Moderate lifting

Computer experience for input and retrieval of data

What will help you propel from the pack:

Certificate of completion from an accredited automotive school

Experience with motorized equipment supporting airport ground operations

State*:

Colorado