Airline Ground Service Equipment Mechanic

Ground Support Equipment Mechanic

Salary is dependent upon experience. $24 - $26/hr. The position will include a probationary period of 90 days.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off

General Purpose Of Job

Responsible for performing preventative maintenance and repairs on ground support equipment such as tugs, vehicles, belt loader, air conditioning units, air start units, ground power units, water, and lavatory carts promptly.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain ground support equipment used in operations.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and/or overhaul ground support equipment.
• Diagnose problems using test equipment and applicable manuals.
• Build and assemble machines or mechanical components according to requirements
• Inspect machines, engines, transmissions etc., and run diagnostic tests to discover functionality issues
• Conduct repairs aiming for maximum reliability
• Perform thorough maintenance on machinery, equipment, and systems
• Clean and apply lubricants to machinery components
• Replenish fluids and components of engines and machinery
• Provide consultation on correct maintenance and preventative measures to machine or vehicle users
• Keep logs of work and report on issues
• Completion of GSE paperwork as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of a GSE Mechanic, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. Ladder work is required. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50-70 pounds. The employee must be able to work in outside weather conditions on an airport ramp around aircraft and the confined areas of the airport. This job requires specific vision abilities.

Other Requirements

High School diploma or GED plus one year of experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience Prior GSE or heavy equipment experience preferred Must have your own tools Must possess a valid driver's license Must pass a pre-employment drug test and 10-year background check.

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Must be able to work various assigned shifts, including evenings and weekends. Subject to emergency call-in.