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Maintenance Helper

Daifuku
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 3 May 2026

About the role

Overview

Under minimal direction, rotates duties between clearing baggage jams, monitoring system graphical displays, moving baggage from pier to pier, and assists Technicians.

Responsibilities

  • Moves baggage from default pier and delivers to appropriate airline pier or make-up unit.
  • Completes computer entries and paperwork appropriate for tasks performed.
  • Assists Technicians with preventative maintenance which includes cleaning and applying lubrication to system components, and general housekeeping in the work area.
  • Performs system walkthroughs and alerts Technicians of any issues.
  • Monitors system displays for active alarms/faults and dispatches technicians to faulted area.
  • Responsible for clearing baggage jams on the system.
  • May be responsible for moving baggage tubs to and from the bag room to various locations within the assigned work area.
  • Completes all training as assigned by the Company.
  • Compliance with all ELS safety programs, policies and procedures.
  • Perform additional duties/assignments that may be required by management from time to time.

Qualifications

  • High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
  • Ability to pass a basic aptitude test.
  • Ability to work a non-traditional schedule including weekends and holidays.
  • Must be dependable and maintain excellent attendance and punctuality.

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Previous work experience in an Airport environment.
  • Good knowledge of industrial safety.
  • Ability to work in tight and high spaces with proper PPE.
  • Good written and verbal communication.
  • Previous mechanical experience.
  • Basic computer skills (MS Word, Outlook)

 

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

  • Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
  • Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
  • Ability to take care of customer needs while following company procedures.
  • Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
  • Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
  • Ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
  • Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers.
  • Possess the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task
  • Ability to work with people regardless of race, gender, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or job type.
  • Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
  • Ability to obtain the proper resources to complete job assignment.
  • Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
  • Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • Ability to work under pressure with time constraints.
  • Ability to complete assigned training in a timely manner.
  • Ability to function well in a small group and also independently
  • Ability to interpret changes and understand color codes for the baggage system displays
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively on a 2-way radio

 

Computer Skills: Basic computer knowledge. Ability to log in, retrieve and answer emails and take training.

 

Other Requirements:

  • Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
  • Must be able obtain and maintain an Airport Security badge
  • Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the Company’s insurance policy
  • Must be able to comply with the ELS Drug and Alcohol policy.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands of this position vary by day and are not based solely on a single workday.

Physical Demands

Lift/Carry

Stand

F (Frequently)

 

Walk

O (Frequently)

 

Sit

O (Occasionally)

 

Handling / Fingering

F (Frequently)

 

Reach Outward

F (Frequently)

 

Reach Above Shoulder

I (Infrequently)

 

Climb/Balance

I (Frequently)

 

Crawl

I (Infrequently)

 

Squat or Stoop

I (Occasionally)

 

Bend or Kneel

O (Occasionally)

 

10 lbs or less

F (Frequently)

 

11-20

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