Automotive Mechanic – DEN Ground Service

About Sky West

Sky West Airlines, the largest independently owned regional airline, is currently in search of individuals who take pride in seeing a job done well and are ready to take on new challenges and opportunities. Come join our team in Denver, CO! This hub serves Denver and the surrounding areas and provide daily flights connecting it to locations across the country and world.

As the Automotive Ground Service Mechanic, you will be responsible for maintaining Sky West ground equipment and supporting ramp personnel to promote safety and on time arrivals/departures.

• 401K with company matching
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Profit sharing and performance bonuses
• Unparalleled travel benefits for you and your family with one or more of our four mainline partners
• Shift trade flexibility
• Tool allowance
• Great team atmosphere
• Rewarding work
• Numerous growth opportunities within the company

This is a full-time position in Denver.

As the Automotive Ground Service Mechanic, you will be a vital part of the operation as you maintain Sky West ground equipment and support ramp personnel to promote safety and on time arrivals/departures.

• Efficiently and thoroughly troubleshoot and repair various equipment, including tugs, belt loaders, pickups, deicing equipment, push back tugs, bag carts, electric vehicles, etc.
• Travel to different Sky West ground handled cities to repair various equipment
• Prep and paint equipment
• Complete ramp checks as needed
• Help train apprentices when needed
• Perform other tasks as assigned

As the ideal candidate, you will exemplify all of Sky West’s Guiding Principles, most importantly Health and Safety First, Excellent Service and Quality, Personal and Operational Reliability, and Respect and Teamwork. Additionally, you:

• One year automotive/ground service equipment related experience or training
• Positive attitude, are self-motivated, are a quick learner, are a team player, and are Safety and detailed oriented
• Can work independently
• Work nights, early morning, weekends, holidays, extended shifts, and rotating shifts
• Work in an outdoor environment in inclement weather
• Possess a valid unrestricted state-issued driver’s license
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

• Standard Sockets: ¼”, 3/8″, and ½” drive with ratchets and extensions must range from ¼” to 1 1/4″ deep and shallow
• Metric Sockets: must range from 8mm – 19 mm deep and shallow
• Standard Wrenches: standard ¼” to 1 ¼”
• Metric Wrenches: 8mm
  -19 mm
• Allen Wrenches: standard and metric
• Screwdrivers:
  Phillips, Flat Head, and Torx
• Pliers:
  Standard and needle nose pliers, and channel locks
• Impact Gun and Sockets:
  Pneumatic 1/2″ and 3/8″
• Pry bars (variety of lengths)
• Automotive meter (fluke) with hertz capability
• Wire cutters, wire strippers, and wire crimpers
• Hammer
• Tool box and travel case

• ASE Certifications in brakes, steering and suspension, electrical and diesel engines
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Automotive Schooling

• Paid travel as needed-multiple day trips and overnights (Flying and Driving)
• Ability to lift 60+ pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation
• 18 years of age or older
• This is a full-time position, starting at $ an hour based on experience.
• $75 Monthly Tool Allowance
• Please complete the online application. Qualified applicants will be contacted.
• This is not a Department of Transportation Safety Sensitive position.

Sky West is committed to maintaining a working environment of satisfying employment and mutual respect for all of our employees, regardless of race, color, national ancestory, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, religion, medical condition, disability, pregnancy, age or military status. We have specific training plans and programs in place to maintain such an environment.

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