Plant Maintenance Mechanic - Facilities

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• Responsible for being a key reason why friends, family, and customers of American Airlines fly safely and on time.
• There are also opportunities for job growth and advancement, training, and working with many of the industrys most talented aviation professionals.

These are the essential functions of the job

This list is intended to reflect the current job but there may be additional essential functions (and non-essential job functions) that are not referenced. Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed when operationally necessary, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.

Technical Functions

• Troubleshoot, disassemble, clean, check, repair, rework, replace, fabricate, assemble, install, and adjust any building component, plant equipment, automotive and ground equipment, machinery, accessories, and parts
• Execute assignments requiring plumbing skills
• Execute assignments requiring millwright skills
• Weld materials
• Perform general building maintenance and construction work
• Maintain locks and keys for facility (doors, desks, gates) and other airport locations, including digital security access doors and gates
  

GSE / Facilities General Functions

• Assist in storage, removal, and clean-up of hazardous waste
• Ensure forms, records, reports, and other work-related paperwork are completed properly
• Request parts
• Clean work area after each shift in preparation for the next crew
• Perform Foreign Object Debris (FOD) walks
• Coordinate with vendors regarding technical questions
• Explain work procedures to other personnel
• Escort vendors throughout airport property
  

American Airlines General Functions

• Report to position on time, as scheduled, and at assigned station or location, including varying shifts, weekends, and holidays
• Perform all functions in accordance with safety procedures and policies
• Complete job-relevant trainings
• Adhere to government regulations (e.g., DOT, FAA, TSA)
• Adhere to company policies, procedures, and performance standards
• Follow instructions from supervisor or Crew Chief, as applicable
• Coordinate with other employees, vendors, and stakeholders to accomplish work tasks
• Perform duties that require general safety awareness (e.g., when working in an area with moving vehicles)
• Wear uniforms and work shoes as required by company policy
• Use relevant electronic systems to complete work

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• High School diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language or language native to geographical location.
• Minimum of thirty-six months (36) or more journeyman experience in one or more maintenance trades such as a carpenter, electrician, HVAC, millwright, painter, plumber, or welder.
• Possess the applicable state or city license.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in any weather conditions in accordance with Company Safety Guidelines.
• Must be willing to work extra hours when there are operational needs, such as weather delays.
• Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends, holidays, and days off.
• Must fulfill FAA criminal background checks to qualify for unescorted access privileges to airport security identification display areas (SIDA).
• Must be able to secure appropriate airport authority and/or US Customs security badges.
• You will be required to successfully complete our drug screening process.
• Any subsequent relocation expenses are the responsibility of the candidate.

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