Machine Repair Technician III

Location: Los Angeles, CA (LAX Airport)

Contract: 3 to 6 months with possible extensions or direct hire

Schedule: Mon through Fri (9am to 530pm)

Compensation: $37 to 38/hour with paid sick leave and optional benefits

Position Summary

The Machine Repair Technician III is a senior-level role responsible for advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of Passenger Boarding Bridge (PBB) systems and related electrical/mechanical equipment. This position leads preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance efforts while providing technical guidance and supporting operational reliability in a fast-paced airport environment.

Top Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Troubleshooting skills
• Electrical experience
• Welding experience (required for at least one team member)

Key Responsibilities

Advanced Maintenance & Troubleshooting

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair complex PBB systems, controls, and components
• Perform scheduled, unscheduled, and emergency maintenance
• Execute repairs across electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Support predictive and preventative maintenance strategies

Leadership & Oversight

• Lead maintenance activities and delegate tasks to team members
• Provide technical guidance and support to technicians
• Communicate effectively with customers, supervisors, and internal teams

Systems & Analysis

• Document maintenance activities in CMMS systems
• Analyze system data to identify trends and drive improvements
• Interpret manuals, schematics, and work orders for accurate execution

Operations Support

• Operate forklifts, company vehicles, and other equipment as required
• Communicate critical updates and escalate issues appropriately

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company safety programs, policies, and training requirements
• Maintain safe work practices in high-risk airport environments

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to obtain and maintain airport security clearance
• 5+ years of maintenance experience
• Availability to work multiple shifts, including weekends and holidays

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
• Familiarity with airport operations
• Intermediate knowledge of PLC control systems
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics
• Experience with passenger boarding bridges or conveyance systems
• Proficiency with CMMS systems and Microsoft Office tools

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl
• Work in confined spaces and at heights (ladder use required)
• Lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Strong hand-eye coordination and visual acuity

Work Environment

• Airport operational environment with exposure to:
• Aircraft operations and heavy equipment
• Moving mechanical parts and elevated work areas
• Weather conditions, fumes, chemicals, and vibration
• High noise levels requiring PPE

EOE (including Disability/Veterans)

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