Be part of a growing employee-owned company that has been around for over 75 years!

Southern Air, Inc. is a company dedicated to the growth of our employees and excellent customer service. We serve clients throughout the Virginia, West Virginia, and North Carolina regions. This opportunity is located at our Headquarters in Lynchburg, VA.

Southern Air, Inc. rewards your commitment with excellent wages and benefits, including participation in our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), Holiday/PTO, medical, 401(k), and career opportunities. Join our team and enjoy the rewards.

Job Description:

As a Small Tool Mechanic, your more typical responsibilities will include:

•     Performs basic diagnostics and repairs on small engine equipment and established products as requested by the Shop Operations Manager and  ITE team. 
•     Prepares paperwork required in conjunction with work assignments.
•     Maintains the condition of company inventory, tools, and equipment.
•     Follows all safety rules and regulations in performing work assignments.
•     Check and report any shortages and malfunctions to the Shop Operations Manager.
•     Complete disassembly and inspection as efficiently as possible so that parts may be ordered and machine work can be scheduled promptly.
•     Report to the Shop Operations Manager any additional work required to ensure proper operation and safety of equipment.

Job Requirements Include:

•     1-3 years of mechanic experience diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing small engines with a willingness to continue learning.
•     Basic Mechanic certification preferred.
•     Proficient oral and written communication skills.
•     High School Diploma or equivalent experience required.
•     Valid, clean driver’s license required. CDL preferred.
•     Strong communication skills are highly preferred.

Candidates must meet the following qualifications:

• Must have essential hand tools expected for trade.
• Must be dependable and a team player.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Must be able to pass a post-offer pre-employment drug screen and may be required to satisfactorily complete additional background checks as required (i.e. DMV, criminal history).

Rewards - Southern Air, Inc. offers a complete package of total rewards that goes beyond a competitive salary:

Benefits:

Health Plan – With company contributions to employee health savings account

Dental Plan

401k with company match

ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)

Vision Plan

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance

Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)

PTO (Paid Time Off) for vacation and other purposes

Employee Assistance Plan

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to troubleshoot issues with systematic, thoughtful, timely, and effective solutions and procedures.

Demonstrate proper and safe use of tools and related equipment.

Experience in providing quality, professional customer-related services.

Ability to work and communicate effectively individually and in a team environment.

Ability to handle disruptions in stride with professionalism.

Ability to work independently in a commercial setting.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

The physical activities described are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions and expectations. Depending on the position, individuals may need to ride or drive in a vehicle for two or more hours. Individuals working at an outside job site may be exposed to varying temperatures and all weather conditions. Performing this job requires frequent use of hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls. Must be able to sit, talk, hear, and stand frequently throughout the day. Must be able to climb, reach above shoulder height, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl often. The position occasionally may require lifting heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) and performing strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions. May work with or around typical construction materials and chemicals requiring safety data sheet knowledge.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability, or protected veteran status.

Visit our website to learn more about Southern Air, Inc. www.southern-air.com