NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Industrial Technician - Airport
City of Palm Springs (Airport), CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$78K/yr - $105K/yr
3+ years expThe City of Palm Springs is excited to announce the opportunity for the position of Industrial Technician at the Palm Springs International Airport. This role involves maintaining, repairing, and servicing various airport facilities and equipment, ensuring smooth operations for millions of travelers each year.
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Responsibilities
Install, maintain, and troubleshoot programmable logic controllers and peripheral devices such as photo eyes, motor starters, relays, limit switches, proximity sensors, timers, solenoids, variable frequency drives, linear drives, and encoders
Monitor, maintain, repair, and service baggage handling systems and passenger boarding bridges including adjusting tracking on conveyor belts, aligning pulleys, and replacing drives and motors
Provide regular maintenance to drive motors; check and adjust amperage of motors and pumps to assure proper load settings; oil and repair motors; and clean motor pads
Operate a variety of hand and motorized equipment and tools such as drills, saws, torches, testers, air lifts, platforms, and forklifts in a safe and efficient manner
Maintain, repair, and service a variety of large and small equipment and appliances including generators, hydraulic trash compactors, automatic gates, and access doors
Plan, direct and participate in preventative maintenance programs; perform visual inspections for maintenance and safety activities; and respond to building or equipment maintenance malfunctions
Inspect and monitor job sites for properly completed work; diagnose more difficult maintenance problems and contact necessary personnel
Participate in the construction, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and servicing of medium and low-voltage electrical, communications and electronics systems, including panel boards, communication systems, interior and exterior lighting systems, airport runway lighting systems, generators, electrical pumps and motors, HVAC equipment, electrical circuits, dampers and valves, and related systems, devices and equipment
Meet with contractors at job sites to explain needed repairs; assist in repairs as necessary; inform supervisor of contract work performed
Estimate time, materials, and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisition materials as required
Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures
Maintain a variety of records and logs; review and submit records and logs as required
Perform general building maintenance (plumbing, framing, painting) as needed
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required
Qualification
Required
Three (3) years of increasingly responsible industrial maintenance and repair experience including electrical and HVAC experience is required
Two (2) years of experience installing, programming, and troubleshooting programmable logic controllers and associated components is required
High School Diploma or equivalent education is required
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver License with a satisfactory driving record is required
Possession of, or ability to obtain, an Airport Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge, which is approved through the Federal Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is required
Incumbent will be enrolled in the California Department of Motor Vehicle (DMV) Pull Notice Program
Must be willing and able to work various shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays
Must successfully complete a pre-employment background investigation and a physical and drug screen
Preferred
Specialized experience or training in conveyor system repair or a related field is preferred
Industrial maintenance and repair experience in an Aviation environment is preferred
Installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) experience which includes components such as I/O boards, photo-eyes, encoders, and communications modules is highly preferred
Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) experience is preferred
Benefits
Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
Retiree Health Savings Plan
Life Insurance
Long Term Disability Plan
Employee paid Supplemental Insurance Programs
Employee paid Deferred Compensation Program
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Retirement Plan through California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
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