Airline Services Technician-Mechanic

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The ACAA’s Airline Services Technician – Mechanic will report to the Manager, Airline Services and assumes responsibility for troubleshooting and repair of passenger boarding bridges, including preventive maintenance, and light maintenance duties on the department's equipment and will be required to work as a member of a composite crew in conjunction with multiple trade groups. 

Here is how the Airline Services Technician – Mechanic will help: 

• Perform passenger boarding bridge preventive maintenance in accordance with OEM recommendations or ACAA preventive maintenance program; 

• Execute unscheduled repairs to passenger boarding bridges including, but not limited to: sheet metal repairs, structural repairs, light fabrication of components, tunnel roller replacement and adjustment, rotunda bearing, trunnion and bogie bearing replacement and lubrication, gearbox R&R, drive wheels and drive chain assembly repair, and replace rotunda and canopy curtains; 

• Perform scheduled maintenance to water cabinets; 

• Cut and weld steel when required: 

• Performs jet way bridge maintenance as required; 

• Work safely and abide by all ACAA safety guidelines; 

• Develop or participate in the job safety analysis procedures; 

• Performs other related duties as assigned or required. 

Qualifications

Requirements to apply for the role of Airline Services Technician – Mechanic are:

·         High School diploma or GED; 

·         Experience as a journeyman mechanic or 5 years of related experience; 

·         Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the craft or equivalent training at an accredited trade or technical school, or military training; 

·         Current, valid Pennsylvania Class C driver’s license or ability to obtain the same; and 

·         Must provide his/her own personal hand tools. 

·         Must provide his/her own personal protective footwear (safety shoes). 

·         Must adhere to ACAA guidelines set forth by the Department of

Maintenance Dress Code and Personal Protective Equipment policy. 

We also expect that candidates will demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities in most cases: 

• Considerable knowledge in the practices, methods, tools and materials of the mechanics' trade. 

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and techniques of safety precautions and injury prevention programs. 

• Some knowledge of Control Logic Technology (PLC’s). 

• Complete understanding of the safe use of an oxyacetylene burning torch. 

• Understanding of MIG/TIG welding procedures. 

• Ability to read, write and speak English; 

• Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of the Authority’s Ethics Policy. 

• Ability to work well with others. 

Don’t meet every requirement?

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification. As a Smarter Airport, we recognize that talent is not always related job history and skills come from valuable experiences that aren’t always shown on a resume. If you are excited to make a positive change for our region, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for our organization, whether it be this role or another.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance.

Conditions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts, aircraft, heavy equipment and vehicles. The employee is exposed to all types of outside weather conditions, is frequently exposed to lights, noise, fuels and chemicals associated with aircraft and heavy equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud. Employee may be assigned or scheduled to work all shifts at a 24/7 operation, seven days a week including holidays; pass days will vary. Subject to remain on duty beyond assigned working hours to provide assistance during extenuating circumstances. 

Medical Examination

Employment is contingent upon the results of a post-offer (initial employment or promotion) physical examination performed by the Authority’s examining physician.

Drug Testing

Employment is contingent upon the results of a post-offer (initial employment or promotion) drug screening.  Continued employment may be subject to drug and alcohol testing conducted without advance notice and without individualized suspicion.

Pre-Employment Investigation

Must pass a thorough investigation, consisting of a criminal history check (including but not limited to the requirements of CFR 1542.209 and 1542.3), verification of prior employment and performance, reference and credentials checks.

Caring For Our Crew

At ACAA, we’ve got you covered. That applies to how we equip, empower, and enable our people to do their jobs. It also applies to our benefits, which are broader and more valuable than what many other employers offer:

• We offer two plan options for healthcare coverage from high-quality insurance carriers, as well as an ACAA-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that will help offset the cost of many medical expenses.

• ACAA employees pay almost $1,200 less per year in healthcare payroll contributions than the average employee in other companies, according to market surveys.

• When HRA funding is included, the health-plan deductibles paid by ACAA employees are about $1,200 lower on average than the costs paid by employees of other companies.

• ACAA does not require that employees meet a separate deductible for pharmacy expenses before prescription-drug coverage kicks in.

• ACAA’s dental plans (included with healthcare coverage) offer an option covering children’s orthodontia.

• Employees also can take advantage of a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to help pay for health care and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis.

• All eligible full-time ACAA employees participate in the Allegheny County Employees Pension Plan, a defined-benefit plan that vests after 10 years of service.

• Employees also may participate in a Deferred Compensation Plan, which allows them to contribute part of their pay on a pre-tax basis into long-term retirement investments.

• A robust Employee Assistance Program (including access to free counselling sessions, financial guidance, and care coordination), life insurance options, a wellness program, and eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program round out ACAA’s exemplary benefits.

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About the Allegheny County Airport Authority

The Allegheny County Airport Authority, which manages Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) and Allegheny County Airport (AGC), is committed to transforming Pittsburgh’s airports to reflect, connect and serve the community, inspire the industry and advance the region’s role as a world leader.

Pittsburgh International Airport serves nearly 10 million passengers annually to 63 direct routes. PIT’s CEO Christina Cassotis has been recognized for numerous leadership awards. In 2025, she was named Pittsburgher of the Year by Pittsburgh Magazine. 

PIT recently opened a new, modernized pre-security terminal and Terminal Garage, designed for and by the people of the Pittsburgh region. This new airport represents more than a decade of planning, preparation and work from the ACAA team. It serves as the region’s front door to the world, connecting the world to Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh to the world.

ACAA is an equal-opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, and veteran status.