Maintenance Technician – JFK Airport – Part-time

Smarte Carte

Job Number: 26217-299

Expires on November 11, 2026

 Category: Passenger Services

 John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

 Compensation: $20.25 to $21.25 Per Hour

 Employment Type: Part-Time

 Schedule: Weekends, Flexible Hours, Holidays

 Experience: 1–2 Years / Junior (12–24 months)

 Benefits: 401K Program, Holiday Pay, Paid Time Off

NOTE: This job requires obtaining a SIDA badge, which involves passing a comprehensive criminal background check.

Job Description

  • Approximately and up to 25 hours per week
  • Must be available weekends & holidays when needed

BENEFITS for Part-Time Hires 

Smarte Carte Inc. offers part-time employees company-paid sick time, matching 401 (k), overtime, and holiday overtime.

COMPANY BACKGROUND

Smarte Carte is a global provider of travel and leisure infrastructure solutions, serving major airports, transportation hubs, entertainment destinations, retail locations, resorts, and fitness centers across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. For more than 50 years, we have partnered with over 3,500 world-class venues to deliver convenient, reliable services used by millions of people each year.

Our portfolio includes luggage carts, smart locker systems, mobility rentals (ECVs, wheelchairs, and strollers), massage chairs, medallion collectibles, and a variety of guest and passenger services designed to enhance the visitor experience.

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: 

  • Maintain the appearance of cart management units and carts, cleaning on a regular basis and removing spills and debris immediately.
  • Assist with EOM, meter readings and collection activities
  • Routine preventative maintenance & inspection of equipment
  • Maintenance & Inspection of Wheelchair Fleet
  • Comply with maintenance instructions in the Smarte Carte operations manual.
  • Follow all safety rules and guidelines.
  • Provide courteous assistance to customers.
  • Maintain accurate written records of equipment tests and maintenance schedules.
  • Timely reporting: timesheets, maintenance Logs, etc.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Computer and smartphone proficient
  • Meet airport badging requirements.
  • Must be fluent in English, both in speech and writing.

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

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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

Job Location

Smarte Carte

Smarte Carte

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

John F. Kennedy International Airport

Jamaica, New York 11430

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Smarte Carte

Smarte Carte

Smarte Carte provides industry-leading self-service solutions for travel and leisure venues, including luggage carts, mobility equipment, and strollers.

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We’re an innovative service and concessionaire company in fast-moving spaces. Join our team — we aspire to be the best place you’ve ever worked.
We take pride in our company culture — it’s at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is the fuel behind positive attitudes, lively energy, and a thriving environment.
At Smarte Carte, we help our team members live happy, healthy, and productive lives. We offer our team and their loved ones a range of benefits to support their overall well-being, including financial, health, social, and professional.
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