The Area Service Technician (AST) will represent TLD and its fundamentals to our customers. He/she will perform troubleshooting, operations support, service repairs, service bulletins and training classes. TLD designs and manufactures a comprehensive range of Ground Support Equipment (GSE) for the aviation ramp environment. Areas of opportunity: Kentucky/Ohio Ontario/Montreal, Canada Florida Fort Worth, Texas Phoenix, AZ Dallas, TX East Coast COMPANY BENEFITS Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Company Provided Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance Company Provided Life Insurance Annual Profit Sharing Bonus 401(K) and Roth Matching Employee Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Company Wide Events ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Organizes work/assignments independently with a strong sense of results and customer satisfaction. Troubleshoot and diagnose problems. Prepare reports and follow up on trouble tickets. Perform repairs and adjustments to various equipment components and operating systems, or related components. Ability to disassemble and reassemble components. Professional interaction with internal and external customers. Performs routine housekeeping duties including cleaning of work area, tool boxes, and company vehicle(s). Inspect, repair and/or overhaul components, such as electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Other duties as assigned by the manager. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to perform physical requirements of the job (prolonged physical exertions, standing, lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, kneeling, climbing and working in awkward positions and tight areas). Must be able to lift weights exceeding 50 pounds. Good mechanical aptitude with basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair. Good electrical and automotive communication knowledge. Minimum 2 years performing repair and maintenance on vehicles, equipment, and related components. Experience with diesel powered vehicles preferred. Familiarity with the use of repair manuals, wiring (electrical) diagrams and schematics necessary to troubleshoot or repair failed components. Ability to work in all weather conditions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills Must possess basic hand tools necessary to perform assigned tasks. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Must be at least 18 years of age Minimum 3 years of service repair experience; in hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical and electrical skills with some PLC experience and HVAC Must have a valid driver's license Must be able to read and speak the English language No travel restrictions - Valid passport Customer service skills Empty criminal case to allow airport access Compensation is based on location and experience. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an application, please at jobs.help@tld-america.com. Only messages sent for this purpose will be reviewed. EEO is the Law (English) EEO is the Law (Spanish) Department: TLD America This is a full time position TLD provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Further, TLD takes affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and employees are treated during employment without regard to any of these characteristics. All recruiting, hiring, training, promo