Maintenance Technician - JFK John F. Kennedy Airport - part-time

Posted: Monday, 02 February 2026
Valid Thru: Wednesday, 04 March 2026
Index Requested on: 02/02/2026 19:43:59
Indexed on: 02/02/2026 19:43:59

Location: Jamaica, NY, 11405, US

Industry: Travel, Transportation and Tourism
Occupational Category: 49-0000.00 - Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
Type of Employment: PART_TIME

Smarte Carte is hiring!

Description:

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN – JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport - part-time

$21 - $22 / hour

Estimate hours are up to 20 per week

Must be available weekends & holidays

BENEFITS for Part-Time Hires

Smarte Carte Inc. offers for part-time employees Company Paid Sick Time, Matching 401k, Overtime and Holiday Overtime.

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Smarte Carte, Inc. is the leading concessionaire of self-serve vended luggage carts, electronic lockers, commercial strollers and massage chairs, as well as other passenger and guest services.

Smarte Carte is headquartered in St. Paul, MN and has operations in the United States, Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, Norway, Singapore, Sweden, and United Kingdom.

Are you looking for a job with a flexible schedule, great pay, and a fantastic work environment? Are you looking for a place to develop and build your career? Do you like to have your voice heard and be involved in process improvements? Then Smarte Carte is the place for you! A positive attitude and willingness to learn are the top qualities for our ideal candidate. Smarte Carte prides itself on having a diverse and inclusive workforce. All genders, ethnicities, and backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Smarte Carte is focused on being environmentally responsible by owning/operating recyclable equipment and reducing our carbon footprint.

BASIC FUNCTION

To ensure daily operational equipment is in proper working condition in order to meet performance goals through service, maintenance, and communication.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Responsible for fixing and maintaining cart management units.
  • Able to perform equipment inventories and report such on a computer-based system.
  • Able to move and re-assemble units as needed.
  • Using manual and computerized diagnostic methods to identify potential problems
  • Explaining mechanical problems and possible solutions
  • Testing parts and systems to ensure they work correctly
  • Performing basic automotive care, including checking oil and fluids
  • Additional duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Computer and Smart Phone proficient
  • Meet airport badging requirements.

SKILLS

  • Maintains an enthusiastic and positive "Can Do" attitude, that fosters teamwork and unity.
  • Ability to apply the appropriate level of workplace flexibility.
  • Mechanical skills and knowledge of mechanical systems
  • Troubleshooting skills

EDUCATION

High School Diploma

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

  • Ability to get an airport badge required
  • Drivers License is required

PHYSICIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Walk & stand for duration of shift.
  • Able to lift and carry 50lbs-100lbs
  • Pull/push 75lbs

Experience

Required
  • 1 year(s): Mechanical & electrical experience

Education

Preferred
  • High School or better

Licenses & Certifications

Required
  • Drivers License
  • Airport Badge

Skills

Required
  • Time Management
  • Computer
  • Customer Service
  • Communication
  • Flexibility
  • Troubleshooting

Behaviors

Required
  • Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
  • Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Preferred
  • Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

Motivations

Required
  • Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Responsibilities:

Please review the job description.

Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

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Benefits:

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