Austin, TX, United States
9 hours ago
Ground Service Equipment Technician

Find your future at United We’re reinventing what our industry looks like, and what an airline can be – from the planes we fly to the people who fly them. When you join us, you’re joining a global team of 100,000 connected by a shared passion with a wide spectrum of experience and skills to lead the way forward.

Achieving our ambitions starts with supporting yours. Evolve your career and find your next opportunity. Get the care you need with industry-leading health plans and best-in-class programs to support your emotional, physical, and financial wellness. Expand your horizons with travel across the world’s biggest route network. Connect outside your team through employee-led Business Resource Groups.

Create what’s next with us. Let’s define tomorrow together.

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.

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 systemsTroubleshooting and repair of diesel engines, heavy industrial equipment, including large aircraft air conditioners, air start and ground electrical power unitsGround Service Equipment Technicians are represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)Schedules are bid and awarded according to senioritySalary increases will be administered according to the current IBT/United contractNew employees are required to join the union within ninety (90) days of employmentThere is an initiation fee for joining the union and subsequent monthly union dues which are set by the Local Lodge

Find your future at United We’re reinventing what our industry looks like, and what an airline can be – from the planes we fly to the people who fly them. When you join us, you’re joining a global team of 100,000 connected by a shared passion with a wide spectrum of experience and skills to lead the way forward.

Achieving our ambitions starts with supporting yours. Evolve your career and find your next opportunity. Get the care you need with industry-leading health plans and best-in-class programs to support your emotional, physical, and financial wellness. Expand your horizons with travel across the world’s biggest route network. Connect outside your team through employee-led Business Resource Groups.

Create what’s next with us. Let’s define tomorrow together.

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.

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 systemsTroubleshooting and repair of diesel engines, heavy industrial equipment, including large aircraft air conditioners, air start and ground electrical power unitsGround Service Equipment Technicians are represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)Schedules are bid and awarded according to senioritySalary increases will be administered according to the current IBT/United contractNew employees are required to join the union within ninety (90) days of employmentThere is an initiation fee for joining the union and subsequent monthly union dues which are set by the Local Lodge

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 (Minimum Qualifications):24 months of experience with troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of gas and diesel engines, electrical and hydraulic systems, and motorized equipmentMust have a high school diploma, GED or equivalentMust possess a valid state issued drivers licenseAbility to work any shift assigned (nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed) within 24/7 operationAbility to climb and work from ladders, and/or walk for extended periodsAbility to work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditionsAbility to work in an environment with exposure to high noise levelsModerate liftingComputer experience for input and retrieval of data

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

Certificate of completion from an accredited automotive schoolExperience with motorized equipment supporting airport ground operations

Posting End Date is 1/191/2025

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 (Minimum Qualifications):24 months of experience with troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of gas and diesel engines, electrical and hydraulic systems, and motorized equipmentMust have a high school diploma, GED or equivalentMust possess a valid state issued drivers licenseAbility to work any shift assigned (nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed) within 24/7 operationAbility to climb and work from ladders, and/or walk for extended periodsAbility to work outdoors in all temperatures and weather conditionsAbility to work in an environment with exposure to high noise levelsModerate liftingComputer experience for input and retrieval of data

What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):

Certificate of completion from an accredited automotive schoolExperience with motorized equipment supporting airport ground operations

Posting End Date is 1/191/2025

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