Facilities Maintenance Tech - LAS

Department: Facilities Our Company Promise We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer. Job Description: All of Southwest’s People come together to deliver on our Purpose; Connecting People to what’s important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. The Facilities Maintenance Technician delivers on our Purpose by supporting the Facilities Maintenance Team in providing repairs and preventative maintenance services for Southwest Facilities and equipment, general systems maintenance, and repairs and modifications at our Las Vegas, NV (LAS) Station. This role also ensures the facilities are operating in their most efficient and effective manner, and they’ll serve as a liaison between Technology groups. The Facilities Maintenance Technician is excited to support our People, champion continuous improvement, and help pilot the future of Southwest Airlines. Additional Details

• The culture of Southwest Airlines means we value the camaraderie, collaboration, and innovation that occurs when we come together and interact face-to-face. Due to the nature of this role, you would be required to work from our Las Vegas, NV (LAS) facility during business hours.
• U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.

We’re committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.

Responsibilities

• Performs on-call repairs and preventive maintenance of SWA facilities and equipment (excluding station ground equipment, computer terminals, etc.) as assigned by the Employee's Leaders
• Responsible for keeping the workshops and tools clean and organized, maintaining inventory control, and performing other duties as required
• Performs light construction duties, including drywall, acoustical ceiling, tape, bed, texture and painting
• Works with the Team to ensure all repairs are performed and requests responded to in a professional and timely manner; and process daily work order requests
• Assists in scheduling contractors and performing work so as to have the least impact on our Customers’ daily operations
• Performs routine, systematic inspections, including functionality and condition of mechanical and electrical rooms, restrooms, public areas, roofs, exterior finishes, sidewalks, holdrooms, potable water cabinets, stairwells, and parking areas (where applicable)
• Provides facilities maintenance services supporting Southwest’s transportation operations located in various facilities
• Assists in the preparation of the facility for extreme weather conditions
• Must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed on this description
• May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to work well with others as part of a Team
• Must possess Leadership skills to direct maximum performance from outside contractors, and maintain working relationships with Internal Customers
• Must be a Servant Leader
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills
• Must possess good organizational and prioritization skills
• Must be able to obtain and carry a cell phone

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or GED

Experience

• Required: knowledge of applicable construction and building repair fundamentals, including electrical and mechanical repair gained through trade school courses, training programs, or on-the-job experience
• Preferred: 3 Years of experience with basic construction/facility repair experience
• Preferred: Experience in plumbing, HVAC, and electrical

Licensing/Certification

• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be able to obtain a SIDA (Secured Identification Display Area) badge and meet all local airport requirements

Physical Abilities

• Must be able to lift and/or move items of 75 pounds or more on a regular basis
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions as necessary
• Must be able to climb, bend, kneel, crawl and stoop on a regular basis

Other Qualifications

• Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
• Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
• Extensive Travel Required

Pay & Benefits: Pay of $29.50 per hour*, with the opportunity for future increase per applicable collective bargaining agreement wage scale based on time in position. Opportunities for overtime and shift premiums. Benefits you’ll love: Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)

• Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan with Company contributions up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings**

Potential for annual Profit-sharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan - when Southwest profits, you profit*** Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents (including pets) Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You will have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan with coverage retroactively available to your first day of employment. Explore more Benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits

• Pay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time. 401(k) match contributions are subject to Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule and applicable IRS limits*Profit-sharing contributions are subject to Retirement Savings Plan vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company.
• **If you are not selected for this job posting, you will not be eligible to reapply for this position in LAS for 12 months from the day of interview

Pay Rate: $29.50 Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please print/save this job description because it won't be available after you apply. Job Posting End Date 03/11/2026 Apply tot his job Apply To this Job