Mechanic Technician 1

Recognized as one of Crain's "Best Places to Work in Chicago" as well as a 2023 "Great Places to Work" by the Great Place To Work Institute Inc., Sasser prides itself on supporting an employee-driven, opportunity-based culture that empowers, recognizes, and rewards its employees. From highly competitive benefits to exciting employee events to organic, grassroots philanthropy and volunteerism, Sasser is an awesome place to begin and grow your career. We are a fourth-generation, family-held transportation asset services and management company with roots dating to 1928. Sasser's six subsidiary units are leaders in providing commercial- and industrial-focused rail, automotive, containerized shipping, and aviation transportation equipment solutions including asset leasing, fleet administration management, asset repair and maintenance, and innovative technology services.

Sasser Family Companies includes subsidiaries Chicago Freight Car, Union Leasing, CF Rail Services, Express 4x4 Truck Rental, Xced Aviation Services, and Falcon Lease. To learn more about what makes Sasser special, visit www.sasser.com.

What We Offer:

In Sasser's employee-driven, opportunity-based culture, our employees help chart the course for our success. That is the reason that we believe that the most important investment we'll ever make in our business is you. Sasser employees enjoy a competitive benefits program that:

• Covers 85% of your medical premiums
• Includes a 100% Company-paid disability and life insurance plans
• Includes a 401K plan with company match PLUS additional end-of-year funding
• Provides training and tuition reimbursement
• Includes Incentive Plans
• Provides community service opportunities, employee recognition programs, and lots and lots of celebrations!

As a Mechanic Technician, Here's What You'll Do:

• Troubleshoots, repairs, services, performs minor modifications on, and operates powered ground support equipment such as AC and DC power generators, air compressors, blowers, heaters, deicers, and nonpowered equipment to include jacks, ramps, tow-bars, etc.; troubleshoots equipment and determines the extent of repairs the incumbent is authorized to perform as well as the parts required.
• The GSE Mechanic I level of maintenance includes minor tune-ups and adjustments of internal combustion and turbine engines, carburetors, brakes, and other mechanical links which utilize common hand tools and a small variety of test equipment.
• Performs required preventive maintenance and servicing of equipment including repairing and replacing tires, lubrication, oil changes, replacing air, fuel and oil filters, checking fluid levels, and adjusting and replacing spark plugs, hoses, v-belts, and other familiar items. Reads and interprets repair manuals, basic electrical and hydraulic schematics and supervisor/manager's instructions.
• Assists in the modification and overhauling of power plant, drive-train, brake, electric and hydraulic systems.
• Prepares and paints equipment in compliance with Xced standards.
• Ensures all maintenance/repair documentation is completed in compliance with carrier, station, airport authority, municipal, state, federal and Xced requirements in a thorough and timely manner.
• Ensures preventative maintenance on equipment in accordance with established schedules is completed.
• Operate forklift, as needed, for loading and unloading equipment and parts.
• Works with other location personnel, as assigned by manager, in a professional manner and ensures safety regulations are followed at Xced locations at all times.
• Complies with company safety program and training; maintains a safe and clean work area.
• Additional Duties as assigned.

Here's What it Will Take to be Successful in This Role:

• High school diploma or GED desired.
• Possesses a moderate understanding of the general aspects of the job. Preferred minimum 1-year mechanic experience.
• Works under the close direction and supervision of Lead Mechanic and/or Shop Manager.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to read and understand basic electrical/hydraulic schematics and blueprints.
• Previous experience with computer maintenance programs and Microsoft Office.
• Good communication skills.
• Mechanic skills including mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, troubleshooting and repair.
• Reasoning skills Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Language skills: Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Mathematical skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Physical Demands

Work assignments involve standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing, crawling, and crouching in strained and awkward positions for prolonged periods of time at various heights up to 20 feet. Uses hands, legs, and arms to climb vertical ladders to staging or suspended platforms. Lifts, carries, and sets up equipment and components that weigh up to 50 lbs.

Working Conditions

The employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, outside weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, cold, and vibration. Employees will work around heavy equipment. Occasional travel required for training or other company shops for support, if needed.

The Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.