Fleet Mechanic

The RDU Airport Authority provides a world-class customer experience for millions of passengers traveling to or through the airport.

Our organization honors leadership, integrity, teamwork, excellence, and respect.

We’re known for innovation, and we need skilled professionals to match our team.

Here at RDU, we’ve created a culture that attracts bright, passionate, and caring people who sincerely want to do their best for our internal and external partners. Our organization offers a dynamic, fast-paced environment that promotes teamwork, creativity, and collaboration. As a team member at RDU, you can expect to make a difference through your work, directly impact the achievement of a meaningful mission, advance your career trajectory, and still have room for fun and fulfillment in your daily life.

The Fleet Mechanic position is responsible for performing routine and complex skilled mechanical work on fixed and rolling stock, automotive, construction, and specialized equipment.

Under the direct supervision of the Fleet Manager and a supporting relationship with the Lead Fleet Mechanic, the role works on a variety of cars, construction equipment, trucks, specialized vehicles, generator engines, and more. 

Hiring Range: 


* Maximum = Based on qualifications


* Minimum = $49,427.94

Education and Experience


* Education
+ Required: High School Diploma or equivalency



* Experience
+ Required:
o 5 years of experience in automotive or diesel and heavy equipment repairs
+ Preferred:
o 7 years of experience in automotive or diesel and heavy equipment repairs

Licenses or Certifications


* Required:
+ Valid NC Driver’s License
+ Valid NC CDL class B or ability to obtain within 6 months of start date
+ State Safety Inspection certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of start date
+ On Board Diagnosis II (OBDII) emission testing certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of the start date
+ Air Conditioning certification or ability to obtain within 6 months of start date
Preferred:
+ ASE-certified Technician



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ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

This job description intends to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job.

Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.


* Performs complex diagnosis; adjusts, repairs, and services a variety of cars, construction equipment, trucks, specialized vehicles, generator engines, and related equipment.


* Assists in developing predictive maintenance approaches and tasks.


* Services vehicles and equipment and repairs and replaces gas and diesel-driven equipment parts.


* Performs routine service work such as oil changes, lubrication, and tire repairs. 


* Checks suspension for prope...