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Pay Rate

$29.38 per hour

Telecommute Status

Onsite

Announcement

PRIDE Industries is a fast-paced company with a mission: To Create Jobs for People with Disabilities while providing high quality, value-added solutions to our nationwide customers. We are currently recruiting to fill the following position:

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Job Description

PRIDE Industries

Job Description

**Job: ** Powered Support System Mechanic

**Job Code: ** J84 - BL-Powered SupportSysMech

**Salary Grade:** NSF

**FLSA Status: ** Non-Exempt

**Approval Date: ** April 2018

SUPERVISES:

There are no direct reports for this position.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Powered Support Systems Mechanic repairs, maintains, operates, and certifies Aircraft Arresting Systems (AAS) IAW Technical Order Series 35E8 and AFI 32-1043 and maintain IAW applicable Air Force publications.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

1. *Maintains aircraft arresting systems, including electrical, hydraulic, rewind, and pneumatic systems, and other electronic components.

2. *Installs, removes, and operates electrical power generating and control systems for ground support equipment.

3. *Maintains, modifies, and repairs electrical power generating and control systems and associated equipment.

4. *Performs inspections and interprets findings to determine corrective action.

5. *Identifies and records engine and generator malfunctions

6. *Uses precision test equipment, troubleshoots malfunctions, and inspects parts for excessive wear and other conditions.

7. *Removes, repairs, and replaces defective power generating equipment components.

8. Maintains all records on maintenance, inspection, and lubrications on Aircraft Arresting Systems for review by the Fire Department (FD).

9. Maintains a daily log on all findings, observations, and occurrences that deal with the Aircraft A1Testing System; logs this information according to Biggs AAF procedures and transfer to the system status board.

10. *Inspects and replaces gauges and meters.

11. *Bench checks components and subassemblies.

12. *Tests and calibrates repaired items.

13. *Reviews performance data and maintenance records to determine adequacy of maintenance.

14. *Responds to emergency calls after normal work hours.

15. *Frequent travel between facilities is required.

16. *Ensures PRIDE safety policies and procedures are followed.

17. *Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.

* Denotes Essential Job Function

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess at least Eighteen (18) months of experience or training removing, adjusting, replacing, cleaning, and installing parts, components, and accessories.

• Skill in servicing, repairing, and maintaining powered support equipment.

• Ability to troubleshoot malfunctions and determine causes of mechanical problems.

• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems and components related to electrical power production equipment.

• Skill in troubleshooting, repairing, overhauling, or rebuilding diesel or gasoline engines, generators, starter motors, carburetors, and other related equipment.

• Ability to interpret technical manuals, illustrations, specifications, diagrams, blueprints, and schematics to make repairs and modifications.

• Ability and experience in prioritization of completing work tasks.

• Knowledge of design and installation of power and lightning grounding schemes and electrical power distribution techniques.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

High School Diploma or GED Technical/other training

CERTIFICATES OR LICENSES REQUIRED:

The following licenses or certificates may be required depending on local, state and/or contract requirements.

Valid Driver's License

**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:** Employees must have the ability to perform the following

physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance:

• Maneuvering to and around equipment

• Bending, kneeling, stooping, and reaching

• Lifting and moving equipment up to 50 pounds

• Climbing ladders or step stools

• Monitoring gauges, controls, and/or computer systems

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed at a customer’s location in office, shop, warehouse, or outdoor environment. May require driving to and from worksite locations. Equipment can be located in crawl spaces, rooftops, and outside facility. Employees may be exposed to hazardous and/or toxic substances, electrical shock, noise from equipment, and depending on external weather conditions, wind, rain, cold, and heat.

DISCLAIMER:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job. Employees are expected to follow their supervisor’s instructions and to perform the tasks requested by their supervisors.

_At PRIDE, we make a difference in the lives of many, one job at a time._

How to Apply

If you are interested in working for this unique organization that blends business with a social mission, please apply online at  www.prideindustries.com .

Visit our website to learn more!

PRIDE will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all federal, state, and local laws.

Thank you

**Pay Rate** _$29.38 per hour_

**Job ID** _2025-19401_

**Type** _Full Time Regular_

**Location** _US-TX-Ft Bliss_

Our commitment to an inclusive workplace

PRIDE Industries is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We embrace the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives innovation and the success of our business. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations.