Ground Support Equipment Mechanic IV

About Us:

AAR Corp. is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries.Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services.

AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.

Performs scheduled/unscheduled inspections, minor/major maintenance, operational checkouts and troubleshooting on assigned powered / non-powered type ground support equipment/vehicles

What you will be responsible for:

• Performs daily flight line driving and servicing functions on simple components

• Maintains documentation and time accounting systems associated with repairs (Track labor hours per job)

• Complies with all applicable technical orders, equipment manuals

• Maintains immediate work area, facilities, and vehicles using good housekeeping and safety practices

• Performs other duties as required

What you will need to be successful in this role

• Thorough knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic principles

• Microsoft Office basics

• Perform basic troubleshooting

• Learn industry-related software

• Operate common and special hand and power tools

• Ability to work both as a team and/or independently with great success.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

• Competitive salary and bonus package

• Tuition Assistance

• Parental Leave

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Generous paid time off program

• Profit Sharing

• Paid Holidays

• Employee Assistance Program

• Company-paid Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability

• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the job (prolonged physical exertions, including standing, lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in awkward positions and tight areas).
• Must be able to adapt to variable weather conditions which may include inside/outside temperatures

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

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