Equipment Technician I or II

Minimum Qualifications
This position will be filled at one of the following levels depending upon candidate qualifications:

Equipment Technician I:
Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two (2) years experience in repair and maintenance of electronic controlled pneumatic and hydraulic equipment.

One additional year of relevant work experience may substitute for one year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:
None


Equipment Technician II:

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

Licenses or Certifications:

• If required, must obtain an appropriate Commercial Driver License ( CDL ) within120days of hire.
• Aviation: Requires a valid State of Texas Class C Driver License and the ability to meet driver eligibility standards detailed in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program.

Notes to Applicants

POSITION OVERVIEW :

Under general supervision, plan, schedule and perform tasks in the assembly, repair, and maintenance of complex or intricate electromechanical equipment such as Passenger Boarding Bridges, and 400hz ground power units.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
Conducts routine inspections of equipment. Performs preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment. Performs electromechanical repairs to complex equipment Modifies or refurbishes equipment. Estimates time, labor and materials for budget or billing purposes. Performs welding, braising or fabrication of some parts. Maintains technical data on equipment to be service
ASSESSMENT :

A skills assessment will be required for this position.

TRAVEL :

If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Salary:
Equipment Technician I: $22.82 - $25.78

Equipment Technician II: $25.74 - $30.50

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.

GOOD STANDING - DEPARTMENT / DIVISION POSTINGS :

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 employee must remain in Good Standing through the Top Candidate Selection phase at which time the Good Standing status will be re-verified.

ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL :

This position is categorized as an 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 BACKGROUND CHECK :

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

LANGUAGE :

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

WORK HOURS :

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

ON- CALL / CALL BACK RESPONSIBILITIES :

Position may require on-call or call back responsibilities.

SHIFT INCENTIVE :

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

OVERTIME :

Overtime may be required with or without notice.

DEPARTMENT MAY CLOSE THE JOB POSTING AT ANY TIME AFTER 7 DAYS
Pay Range
See Notes to Applicants
Hours
Core Hours:
Sunday - Wednesday: 1:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Wednesday - Saturday: 1:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Job Close Date 11/14/2024 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
• Ability to travel to multiple sites as parts of the regular duties

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
This position is posted at multiple levels. Please select the appropriate job description. Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Equipment Technician I
Equipment Technician II

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
This position is posted at multiple levels. Please select the appropriate job description. 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 .

Equipment Technician I
Equipment Technician II

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 (*).
* This position requires graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two (2) years experience in repair and maintenance of electronic controlled pneumatic and hydraulic equipment. One additional year of relevant work experience may substitute for one year of the required education with a maximum substitution of four years. Do you meet the minimum qualifications as described?

• 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)
* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?

• Yes
• No

* 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

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