Mechanic (Honolulu Airport)

Ground Service Equipment (GSE) Mechanic at the Honolulu Airport

This is a Career Opportunity role with growth potential! The FSM Group, LLC powers seamless aviation operations across North America and Canada. We proudly serve commercial, private, and military aviation customers, including airport operators, freight carriers, and other specialized aviation sectors, with precision, reliability, and sustainability. Our services include secure fuel storage and inventory management, 24/7 fueling operations, and maintenance and refurbishment of ground service equipment, adhering to the highest industry standards.

At FSM Group, innovation meets aviation energy. We offer competitive pay and benefits within a collaborative, team-oriented environment where employees are valued and careers can grow. Our team works alongside industry experts on impactful aviation projects across North America, with a strong emphasis on safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

We are committed to professional development and providing meaningful opportunities for growth and leadership. If you are passionate about safety, teamwork, and making a difference in the aviation and energy sectors, we invite you to explore a career with FSM Group.

The Ground Service Equipment (GSE) Mechanic at the Honolulu Airport performs maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and inspections of ground support equipment to help ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. Equipment serviced may include fuel carts, hydrant trucks, luggage tugs, deicing trucks, catering trucks, and other related equipment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance and routine repair services on ground support equipment
• Conduct inspections of fluid levels, coolant systems, brakes, tires, and other operational components
• Diagnoses and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues
• Complete equipment repairs, refurbishments, and safety inspections in accordance with company procedures
• Maintain equipment to ensure operational readiness and compliance with safety standards
• Document maintenance activities and report equipment issues as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet operational needs

Benefits

• Amazing opportunities for promotions and career growth
• Full array of benefits to meet you and your family's needs
• Extensive training
• Pay on Demand program
• Paid Time Off
• and much more! Learn more at fsmgroup.us

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Possess and maintain a valid U.S. driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record in accordance with company standards
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Ability to maintain reliable transportation to and from the assigned work location
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as operational needs require
• Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening and applicable background checks, including federal fingerprinting, in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Ability to access all areas of the airport necessary to perform job duties, including secured areas, in compliance with airport and federal regulations
• Ability to obtain and maintain any required government security clearance; employment is contingent upon successful completion of all applicable background checks and clearance requirements as determined by the contracting agency
• Minimum of one (1) to two (2) years of mechanical experience in automotive, diesel, HVAC, refrigeration, or related fields
• General knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, including engines, hydraulics, batteries, and diesel equipment
• Ability to provide and maintain a personal set of basic mechanic tools, including but not limited to wrenches, ratchets, socket sets, screwdrivers, power tools, Allen wrenches, and a voltmeter; specialty tools will be provided by the Company

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on Ground Support Equipment (GSE)
• Knowledge of diesel and electrical systems
• Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and apply effective problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks efficiently
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance guidelines, and procedural manuals
• Ability to effectively communicate in English as required to perform job duties and support safe operations in the airport environment, including during emergencies or situations requiring a shared language for safety
• Ability to interpret and carry out written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions
• Proficiency with computer systems and common workplace software applications, including Microsoft Office applications, data entry, and operational reporting systems
• Ability to operate motor vehicles safely within airport environments

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

• Ability to climb up and down stairs and ladders with 25+ steps and work at heights of 26 feet or more, including high, precarious places
• Ability to get in and out of vehicles of varying sizes and heights
• Ability 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
• Ability 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

Drug-Free Workplace Act

FSM Group, LLC is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon compliance with company substance-abuse policies and may include pre-employment, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, as permitted by law.

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