Senior Associate, Automotive & Service Technician

Job Overview

Under general supervision of the General/ARFF Equipment Supervisor, maintains, repairs and replaces tires for a wide variety of automotive equipment.  Services vehicles and performs general automotive maintenance. 

What you will be doing

• Repairs and replaces tires on fleet of automobiles, trucks and buses.
• Maintains accurate tire inventory and maintenance records.
• Cleans front wheel bearings and repacks with grease; inspects and replaces worn bearings and seals.
• Bleeds brake system and checks drums, rotors, pads and linings for wear and condition; may replace pads and lining.
• Visually inspects steering system, universal joints, shocks, hoses, belts and wiring for defects, missing parts and loose connections; replaces faulty components and makes minor repairs.
• Checks reservoirs under hood; raises fluid levels if required.
• Makes service calls on airport property.
• Records problems of a more serious nature for Automotive Technicians to inspect and resolve.
• Road tests vehicles to ensure that problems have been corrected.
• Maintains tire repair area of shop.
• May pick up and deliver tires and parts.

What you need

• Completion of high school curriculum or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience in tire repair work and general automotive service.
• Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the above.
• Possession of a valid Class C driver's license or ability to obtain one within designated probationary period.

Required knowledge, skills and abilities

• Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions associated with repairing tires and servicing vehicles.
• Knowledge of methods and materials used in tire repair and automotive service.
• Skill in the use and care of tools and equipment used in tire repair and general automotive service.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor, frequently exerting forces equivalent to lifting up to 50 pounds and occasionally exerting forces equivalent to lifting up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious internal and external working relationships.
• Ability to pass a medical physical examination.
• Ability to work shifts, including nights and weekends.

Special requirements

• This is a designated Essential Employee position as defined in DFW Airport’s Categories and Classifications Administrative Policy and Procedure. An essential employee is one whose attendance is required to maintain airport operations during an emergency or inclement weather situation.
• Must have a good private driving record:  (a) no more than two (2) convictions of moving violations in the last 36 months and (b) no DWI convictions in the 60 months.

Desirable

• State of Texas Motor Vehicle Inspector’s License.
• Class B commercial driver's license without air brakes restriction (“L” restriction) including the Passenger Transport (P) endorsement.

Effort

• Works in a maintenance environment.
• Is subject to inclement weather conditions and vehicle exhaust fumes.
• Performs heavy manual labor, frequently exerting forces equivalent to lifting up to 50 pounds and occasionally exerting forces equivalent to lifting up to 100 pounds.
• Works in awkward positions such as stooping, squatting or with arms above the head for prolonged periods of time.
• Works with hand tools, power tools and pneumatic tools.
• Exchanges information in person, by two-way radio and by telephone.
• Road tests vehicles and drives to locations on and off the Airport.        

About Us

We are Dallas Fort Worth International (DFW) Airport-one of the most successful airports in the world by any definition. We are recognized for our innovation, leadership, drive for excellence and talented employees.

Our success is made possible because of the diverse talents of over 2,100 employees who champion our mission of providing an exceptional airport experience to our customers and connect our community to the world. We are looking for the best talent to join us and help reimagine what an airport can be.

Bring your talents to DFW. Live and work with purpose.