Mechanic (RDU Airport)

Hiring Mechanics- Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Maintenance, Repairs, & Refurbishment

FSM Group has an opening for skilled and semi-skilled mechanically-minded individuals for Morrisville, NC site. If you enjoy working with your hands on and around heavy machinery in an aviation setting, this is the job for you!

FSM Group is a commercial aviation services provider, which means that in addition to fueling aircrafts, we have shops that work on vehicles and equipment that support the airport operations. Luggage tugs, catering trucks, fuel carts, diesel trucks, transport vehicles, tanker trucks, de-icing vehicles, and other ground support equipment all come through our shops for maintenance, repairs, refurbishment, and new paint jobs. The daily routine of the GSE Shop and essential functions may include:

• Oil changes
• Coolant and fluid checks
• Brake checks and tire changes
• Troubleshooting and diagnostics
• Repairs and refurbs
• No two days are the same.
• GSE Mechanics provide ongoing preventive, routine, repair, and refurbishment services for a variety of equipment. The GSE Shop is similar to an auto shop, but we work on a variety of equipment, including but not limited to: fuel carts, hydrant trucks, luggage tugs, deicing trucks, catering trucks, and anything else that you may see out on the airport ramp.

Benefits:

• Pay on Demand Program- Your paycheck before payday
• A full set of company-provided uniforms
• Medical insurance for as low as $95.00 per month
• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) matching program with immediate vesting
• Up to 80 hours of Paid Time Off per year
• Premium pay for working holiday shifts
• and much more! Learn more at fsmgroup.us

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• 18 years of age or older;
• Reliable transportation;
• Eligible to work in the United States;
• Valid state driver's license with clean motor vehicle record;
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening and federal fingerprint background check.
• 1-2 years of mechanical experience of any kind (preferably auto mechanic, box truck, HVAC, refrigeration systems, etc.)
• Mechanical minds who enjoy problem-solving
• General knowledge of carburetors, alternators, starter motors, batteries, hydraulics, small engines, radiators, and diesel engines
• Experience working on Ground Support Equipment is preferred, but not required.
• Electrical and diesel skills are preferred, but not required.

Additional Qualifications:

• Ability to problem solve;
• Basic mathematical skills;
• Demonstrated regular, predictable attendance at the airport location;
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals;
• Ability to communicate in English while on the job with customers, coworkers, or supervisors who only speak English, in emergencies or other situations in which employees must speak a common language to promote safety;
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form;
• Basic understanding of computer applications and data entries.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

This position requires sustained physical effort and consistent exposure to outdoor and potentially hazardous work environments. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Mobility and Access

• Must be able to climb up and down stairs and ladders with 50+ steps and work at heights of 50 feet or more, including high, precarious places.
• Must be able to get in and out of vehicles of varying sizes and heights.
• Must be able to drive and operate vehicles and equipment of various sizes, including automated lifts up to 26 feet.

Lifting and Carrying

• Frequently lift and carry up to 30 pounds overhead.
• Occasionally lift up to 70 pounds to waist level.
• Must be able to shovel materials such as snow, sand, dirt, gravel, or rocks as needed.

Standing and Movement

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, squat, kneel, crawl, twist, climb, and balance for extended periods of time.
• Perform repetitive physical movements, including bending at the waist and knees, and sustaining awkward or physically demanding positions.
• Capable of climbing and standing on step ladders while performing overhead work, such as connecting fueling hoses.
• Manual Dexterity
• Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, grip, and operate tools, equipment, and controls.

Sensory Requirements

• Hear and respond to verbal instructions, environmental sounds, and audible alarms.
• Maintain the following vision capabilities:
• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
• Color vision (identify and distinguish between colors)
• Peripheral vision (see up/down and side-to-side while focused on a central point)
• Depth perception (assess distance and spatial relationships)
• Ability to adjust focus (sharpen vision at various distances)

Environmental and Working Conditions

• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind.
• Tolerate frequent exposure to:
• Moderate to high noise levels (with use of appropriate hearing protection)
• Fumes, airborne particles, and hazardous substances, materials, or waste
• Work near or around:
• Moving mechanical parts
• High-voltage equipment
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems operating under high pressure
• Work in elevated or precarious positions, such as on lifts, ladders, or elevated platforms.

EEOC/ADA, but also OFCCP, VEVRAA, and Section 503 expectations

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work required for the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, and applicable state and local laws, qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. FSM Group, LLC provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application, interview, and employment process. If you need an accommodation to apply for a position, participate in the interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other employment benefits, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.