Vehicle Mechanic
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Begin a challenging career with the Norfolk Airport Authority a political subdivision of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Our mission is to connect our community with the world by safely reliably and efficiently operating Norfolk International Airport.
Job Title:VEHICLE MECHANIC
Shift Schedule:6:00AM 2:30PM Monday through Friday. Maybe adjusted duringsummer. Overtime as required. Subject to being called 24 hours a day sevendays a week for emergencies due to inclement weather conditions. Must beavailable to be contacted after hours.
Starting Rate:$30.5001 PER HOUR/$63440.2183 ANNUAL
CLOSING DATE: This job announcement will be open until filled.
INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS IF YOUR APPLICATION IS SELECTED TO MOVE FORWARD IN THE EMPLOYMENT PROCESS:
- A current copy of your DMV driving record dated within the last 30 days of posting date. You can go online to request a copy of your driving record atwww.dmv.virginia
MUST SUBMIT YOUR CURRENT DMV DRIVING RECORD TO:
ABOUT US:Norfolk International Airport is the aviation gateway to Coastal Virginia and northeastern North Carolina including the Outer Banks. It has enjoyed three consecutive years of record traffic including nearly 4.9 million passengers in 2024. Its nine commercial airlines offer nonstop service to more than 40 cities coast to coast. Our vision is that every team member has a stake in bringing our Stronger Together Lets Fly brand to life for every passenger and fellow employee. We have a demonstrated commitment to cultivating a positive collaborative work environment that supports our values of professionalism responsiveness innovation diversity excellence (P.R.I.D.E. as outlined in our Strategic Plan.
OUR MISSION:The mission of Norfolk Airport Authority is to connect our community with the world by safely reliably and efficiently operating Norfolk International Airport.
JOB SUMMARY:This position is primarily responsible for maintenance and repair of field maintenance equipment and to perform occasional field maintenance duties as required.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:The following duties are typical for this position. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.
- Performs preventative maintenance repairs replace service inspections and adjust mechanical and electrical parts on company vehicles and equipment.
- Requisition supplies and materials required to perform this job.
- Perform road service calls as necessary.
- Move office furniture planters etc. as directed.
- Assist the field maintenance crew in general repairs to facilities.
- Assists in preparing auction vehicles for auctions.
- Assist in snow removal operations.
- Assist all Authority personnel in training and safe operations of equipment.
- Inspect vehicles and related equipment to detect failed or improperly operating equipment.
- Perform preventive & corrective maintenance and/or replace defective parts or equipment utilizing manuals drawings specs and other written or verbal instructions.
- Prepare reports or daily logs as required.
- Performs routine maintenance such as changing oil checking batteries and lubricating equipment vehicles and machinery.
- Perform compliance and safety inspections on company equipment and property as required by management.
- Conducts daily inventory of assigned tools and equipment.
- Observe all established safety procedures.
- Perform administrative and housekeeping duties.
- Assist in the development of vehicle maintenance schedules and priorities.
- Must be able to maintain Department of Transportations CDL requirements.
- Performs all other duties as assigned and directed.
- Administer and adhere to all Authority policies and guidelines.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:The following generally describes the knowledge skills and abilities required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.
- Ability to read speak write and communicate clearly. Make calculations and follow detailed written and oral instructions.
- Ability to effectively communicate with employees and supervisors.
- Ability to operate various automotive equipment mobile (heavy) equipment various shop machinery.
- Diagnostics and ability to conduct technical research on the computer.
- Troubleshoot diagnose hydraulics cooling systems exhaust brakes suspensions lights etc. on a variety of yard equipment heavy duty trucks trailers and other equipment.
- Ability to work inside and outside conditions and be exposed to dust fumes and gases from running engines and motors.
- Working on snow equipment snow brooms/snowplows and heavy equipment including hydraulics electrical.
EDUCATION/TRAINING:
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Trade school or equivalent
- Associates degree in automotive Technical Industrial or Diesel preferred.
EXPERIENCE:
- Three to five years experience in automotive and heavy equipment mechanics.
- Two years experience in electronics electrical and mechanical maintenance.
CERTIFICATIONS:
- CDL Class B license required or must be able to obtain a CDL Class B license within ninety 90 days of employment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Possess a valid drivers license and must meet NAA driving record requirements.
- Ability to obtain and maintain eligibility to hold a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge as may be required by assigned job duties and responsibilities.
EQUIPMENT OPERATION:Operate various automotive equipment heavy equipment (snowplows frontend loaders etc. and various shop machinery.
PHYSICAL & MENTAL DEMANDS:Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends in part on the specific requirements for the job the limitations related to disability and the ability of the hiring department to accommodate the limitation.
The employee frequently is required to bend/stoop/squat stand and walk. The employee must be able to assist in pushing and pulling planters office furniture and other heavy equipment. The employee must be able to perform extended shoveling and be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Employee must demonstrate the ability to perform these essential functions during their physical examinations.
WORKING CONDITIONS/HAZARDS:Noise from aircraft and heavy equipment. Outdoor work required in inclement weather.
DRIVING RECORD REQUIREMENTS: All drivers must be at least 21years of age licensed for at least 3years have the type of license required by their state for the vehicles operated and meet the following driving record standards.
- License is active and NOT suspended.
- Any employee or applicant who has been licensed in their state for less than 3 years must provide a copy of their previous driving record to Human Resources.
- An employee or applicant may have a North Carolina or Virginia drivers license as long as they reside in that state.
- An unacceptable DMV driving record includes the following violations during the most recent 3year period:
Committing a Felony with a Motor Vehicle
DWI/DUI
Drug Offense
Eluding a Police Officer
Foreign citizens with no historical driving record available to us
Hit Run / Leaving the Scene of an accident
Lending an Operators License or Registration to Another
Open Container Violation
Passing a Stopped School Bus
Racing or Speed Contest Violation
Reckless Driving
Speeding 25 mph or more above speed limit
Suspended License History Drivers who have had 3 or more license suspensions as a result of moving violations
Temporary Operators Permit
Two or more at fault accident convictions
Vehicle Manslaughter/Homicide
Three or more moving violations within the past 12 months
Note: Texting or cell phone violations are considered moving violations because they increase the chance of being in an accident.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:It is the policy of the Norfolk Airport Authority (NAA) to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age color national origin citizenship status physical or mental disability race religion creed gender sex sexual orientation gender identity and/or expression genetic information marital status status with regard to public assistance veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law. In addition NAA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
No candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what weve identified and you think you can bring value to the role wed love to learn more about you!
DISCLAIMER:The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. All Norfolk Airport Authority (NAA) employees are atwill under Virginia law and NAA personnel policies.
Contact the Human Resources Department atfor assistance.
Employment Type
Full-Time
