Job Openings Maintenance Technician - Airport Equipment & Passenger Boarding Bridges

About the job Maintenance Technician - Airport Equipment & Passenger Boarding Bridges

Maintenance Technician II – Airport Equipment & Passenger Boarding Bridges

Location: Los Angeles, CA (LAX area) – 100% onsite
Schedule: Full-time hours, must be flexible for weekdays and weekends as needed
Duration: 3–6 month contract with strong contract-to-hire potential
Pay: Competitive hourly rate

About the Role

We are seeking a hands-on Maintenance Technician II to support the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of Passenger Boarding Bridges (PBBs), conveyor systems, and related airport mechanical/electrical equipment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technician with strong mechanical, troubleshooting, and electrical experience who thrives in a fast-paced field environment and enjoys solving equipment issues that directly impact airport operations.

What You'll Do

  • Diagnose, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain passenger boarding bridges and related systems
  • Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and emergency corrective repairs
  • Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and control systems
  • Support baggage conveyor and jam-clearing response as needed
  • Read blueprints, electrical schematics, equipment manuals, and work orders
  • Complete PM and CM logs, work orders, and maintenance documentation in CMMS systems
  • Operate company vehicles, carts, forklifts, and support equipment
  • Maintain strict compliance with all safety procedures and airport operating standards

What We're Looking For

Required

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to obtain airport/security clearance
  • 3–5+ years of maintenance experience in industrial, facilities, conveyor, HVAC, mechanical, or electrical environments
  • Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills
  • Strong electrical repair and diagnostic experience
  • Experience working with motors, controls, wiring, and equipment repair

Preferred

  • Experience with 480V and 3-phase motors
  • Mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic repair experience
  • Conveyor, baggage system, or airport equipment exposure
  • Ability to read blueprints and electrical schematics
  • CMMS or computerized maintenance system experience
  • Prior experience in airport, distribution, manufacturing, or industrial maintenance environments

Best Backgrounds for This Role

This role is a strong fit for candidates from:

  • Airport equipment maintenance
  • Conveyor / baggage systems
  • Industrial maintenance
  • Facilities maintenance
  • HVAC / refrigeration service
  • Electrical maintenance
  • Mechanical service technician roles

Work Environment

This position supports active airport operations and requires working around:

  • Aircraft ramps
  • Heavy moving equipment
  • Conveyor systems
  • Outdoor weather conditions
  • Elevated platforms and ladder work
  • Loud industrial environments

Must be comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs, climbing, working in tight spaces, and responding quickly to equipment downtime.

Why Apply

  • High-visibility role supporting airport operations
  • Strong long-term hire potential
  • Fast-paced, hands-on troubleshooting environment
  • Excellent fit for technicians who enjoy solving mechanical and electrical problems quickly