Ground Support Equipment Mechanic

Lynden Air Cargo is seeking a skilled and dependable Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Mechanic to join our maintenance team. In this hands-on role, you'll inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain the equipment that supports our aircraft operations, ensuring it remains safe, reliable, and mission-ready. From de-ice trucks and power carts to pushback tugs and service vehicles, you'll play a key role in keeping our operations running smoothly across Alaska and around the world. If you take pride in solving mechanical challenges and supporting a global aviation operation, we encourage you to apply.

Why you want to work for Lynden Air Cargo:

• Career development:  annual wage reviews with advancement through internal promotions.
• Medical insurance: 2 medical plans to choose from as low as $0/month.
• Dental & vision: low employee payroll deduction.
• Health insurance for your family:  cover your entire family with medical, dental and vision for $222/month.
• Healthcare savings account: Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Retirement savings: 401(k) with 50% of the first 6% contributed matched + additional annual retirement contribution.
• Employee assistance program:  no cost to you
• Life insurance, long term disability and AD&D:  no cost to you
• Vacation: Vacation accrual increases with years of service
• Tuition reimbursement program of up to $3500 per year after one year of service

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs all work assigned in accordance with established policies and procedures as governed by Lynden Air Cargo's Employee Handbook, LAC GMM, applicable CFR's, Manufacturer’s recommendations, Company preferences and needs, on all ground support equipment.
• Records all work performed on the appropriate forms.
• Must have the ability to successfully complete all duties and tasks independently and with limited supervision.
• Assumes responsibility for the work he/she performs.
• Reports any abnormal conditions or discrepancies to appropriate Lead A&P Mechanic, Maintenance Personnel Coordinator or GSE Manager and lockout/tagout equipment as needed.
• Ensures completion of Company GSE preventative maintenance program.
• Performs and/or schedules any required inspections (de-ice truck boom – NDT).
• Purchase and maintain all GSE inventory per Supervisor’s direction and approval.
• Provides monthly expenditure report and forecast to Supervisor, to include retaining all receipts and invoices for Company purchases.
• Makes recommendations in regards to future GSE attrition related needs.
• May travel globally, as needed, to support LAC’s fleet.
• Must have the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and minimum five years maintenance experience, two of which can be applicable college/technical training. 

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, including maintenance manuals, wiring schematics, and structural repair manuals.
• Ability to prepare routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and employees at all levels of the organization.
• Strong mathematical skills, including the ability to calculate percentages, proportions, area, circumference, volume, and other figures and amounts.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to use sound judgment and common sense to solve problems in a highly regulated environment.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing situations.
• Ability to understand and carry out written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Current US Driver License

Current US Passport preferred

ASE Certifications preferred

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCES:

• Experience maintaining aviation ground support equipment, including de-ice trucks, air-start carts, power carts, pushback tugs, and similar equipment.
• Experience working on medium- and light-duty trucks, small engines, and related mechanical systems.
• Fabrication and welding experience preferred.
• Strong manual dexterity, mechanical aptitude, and attention to detail required.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must provide and maintain the hand tools necessary to perform assigned duties.
• Must be flexible to work days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, including extended periods away from home.
• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally without restrictions, including access to foreign military bases as required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIORNMENT:

• Regularly required to reach, climb, balance, and communicate effectively in a fast-paced maintenance environment.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl while performing equipment inspections and repairs.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Requires strong visual abilities, including color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Frequently works around moving mechanical parts, loud noise, vibration, electrical hazards, chemicals, fumes, and airborne particles.
• Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, wet, and humid environments.
• Must be able to work safely in challenging conditions, including elevated work areas and other industrial maintenance settings.

A post conditional offer of employment drug test and background investigation is required. 

Random drug testing is required of all Lynden Air Cargo employees.