Airport Equipment Technician

Job Description:

Airport Equipment Technician

Description

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus four (4) years of experience in repair and maintenance of electronic, electrical, or electromechanical controlled hydraulic equipment.
• Experience may substitute education up to four (4) years.

Licenses or Certifications:

Valid State of Texas Class “C” Driver License.
Notes to Applicants

POSITION OVERVIEW

Under general supervision, this position installs, maintains, inspects, and repairs complex electromechanical In-line Baggage Handling Conveying and Passenger Boarding Bridge systems and equipment at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport ( AUS ).

ASSESSMENT

A skills assessment will be required for this position.

DRIVER’S REQUIREMENT

This position must travel between various locations as part of the regular job duties and the individual will be required to drive a City vehicle. Position will also be required to drive on the AOA .

This position requires a Valid Texas Class C Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation ( DRE ) requisite . To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Job Offer is contingent on having a driving record that meets the City’s Driver Record Evaluation Standards.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

• A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.
• Please list your complete employment history, to include all job duties, responsibilities and employment dates on your online application.
• The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (i.e., “see resume” or “see LinkedIn profile”).
• Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.
• Supplemental information or changes to your application will not be accepted after the job posting closes.
• The responses to the supplemental questions inquiring about experience should be reflected on your application.

VETERAN

Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL

This position is categorized as essential personnel. Essential personnel are required to come to work during emergencies or bad weather at the airport if they are scheduled to work and in some cases when they are not scheduled.

CRIMINAL HISTORY RECORDS CHECK

The top candidate will be subject to a minimum 10 year criminal background check and security threat assessment.

GOOD STANDING - DEPARTMENT / DIVISION EMPLOYEES

Employees, in good standing, who are candidates within the department/division that the position resides in and who meet the minimum and preferred qualifications (if any) of the position will be included in the initial interview. Department/division employees must remain in good standing through the top candidate selection phase at which time the good standing status will be re-verified.

LANGUAGE

Must have the ability to read, write, and fluently speak in English.

SHIFT INCENTIVE

Shift work includes shift differential incentive for evening and night shifts and weekends.

OVERTIME

Overtime may be required with or without notice.

ON- CALL / CALL BACK RESPONSIBILITIES

Position may require on-call or call back responsibilities.

WORK HOURS

Shift may change according to departmental needs; work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekend work.

DEPARTMENT MAY CLOSE THIS JOB POSTING AT ANY TIME AFTER 7 DAYS .
Pay Range
$27.41 - $33.30

Hours
Core Hours:
Sunday - Wednesday or Wednesday - Saturday
1:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Hours may change depending on departmental needs.
Work hours may include after-hours, holidays, and weekend work.
Job Close Date 01/20/2025 Type of Posting External Department Aviation Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Technical Location Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the installation, maintenance and/or repair of passenger boarding bridges.
• Experience with the following:
• Hydraulic systems, components, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Pneumatic systems, components, and troubleshooting methods.
• Familiarity with electrical circuits, components, and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, including gears, pulleys, and belts.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Installs, maintains, and diagnoses complex electromechanical conveying systems and passenger boarding bridge equipment and system components. Completes assigned work orders including making materials ready; performing quality inspections; preparing system outage requests; and performing maintenance, repairs, and new equipment installation activities. Maintains records of repairs, calibrations, and tests and records information in the asset management system ( AMS ). Coordinates maintenance, repairs, and system outages with AUS system end-users. Assists with overseeing maintenance and repair activities performed by third-party contractors. Modifies or refurbishes equipment. May perform welding, braising, or fabrication of some parts. Calibrates and maintains equipment and infrastructure at and between control center and remote operational sites. Assists with the review, development, and maintenance of equipment operating standards and procedures. Trains end-users on operational procedures for passenger boarding bridge use. Ensures all systems comply with all Federal, State, City, and Local regulation, policies, procedures, and ordinances.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
None.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of OSHA safety regulations.
• Knowledge of safety rules, practices, and procedures when working with, repairing, and maintaining energized electrical and electronic equipment.
• Knowledge of, or ability to learn, City of Austin and departmental policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of operation, installation, testing, repairs, and maintenance of electromechanical conveying system and passenger boarding bridge system and components.
• Knowledge of equipment tools and materials used in electromechanical system maintenance and construction.
• Knowledge of modern electrical, electronic, and PLC control systems.
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic theory as it applies to relays and control devices.
• Skill in the use of hand tools common to the electronic and electrical trades.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics, and diagrams.
• Ability to work in confined spaces where there is limited or restricted means of entry and exit.
• Ability to test and calibrate instruments and equipment, making precise and close tolerance repairs and adjustments.
• Ability to wear anti-fall ( SRL ) body harness for confined space entry or working from aerial man lifts.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees, tenants, and the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively to subordinates, customers, and management.

Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications of this position are a graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent plus four (4) years of experience in repair and maintenance of electronic, electrical, or electromechanical controlled hydraulic equipment. Experience may substitute education up to four (4) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* This position requires a valid Texas Class C Driver License. Do you have a valid Texas Class C Driver License or, if selected for this position, do you have the ability to acquire a valid Texas Class C Driver License by your hire date?

• Yes
• No

* The City of Austin Driver Eligibility Standards require that new hires meet the City's Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three (3) moving violations or a total of six (6) DRE points within the last 36 months preceding the date of application or during the hiring process. Do you meet this minimum qualification?

• Yes
• No

* Please describe your experience in the installation, maintenance and/or repair of passenger boarding bridges.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience with hydraulic systems, components, and troubleshooting techniques.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience with pneumatic systems, components, and troubleshooting methods.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience with electrical circuits, components, and safety procedures.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your knowledge of mechanical systems, including gears, pulleys, and belts.
(Open Ended Question)
* The Transportation Security Administration (TSA-division of the USA Dept. of Homeland Security) requires all employees of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to pass a minimum 10-year criminal background investigation and security threat assessment. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Background Check to be hired.

• I acknowledge and understand this position requires a 10-year Criminal Background Investigation and security threat assessment

* Were you referred to this opportunity by a current Aviation employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name.
(Open Ended Question)


Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents Optional Documents