GSE Mechanic

About the role

Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to over 4,500 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Government Services, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers’ journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion.

Main Responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance of ground support equipment on the flight line, adhering to established operating procedures.
• Ensure the safe operation of the vehicle maintenance shop as well as for the vehicles undergoing maintenance.
• Manage fuel farm inventory and operations efficiently.
• Order parts for ground vehicles and apply knowledge of vehicle maintenance and preventive maintenance practices.
• Learn and maintain ground power units and their systems.
• Acquire and maintain skills to service aviation refuelers while applying knowledge of quality control procedures and techniques for aviation fuels.
• Possess or be trainable in basic DC electrical systems.
• Comply with all airport policies, applicable laws, and regulations while maintaining positive customer relations.
• Represent Jet Aviation as one company internally and externally with industry groups, regulatory bodies and the General Dynamics network.

Work Schedule and Compensation

• We formally operate 24 hours daily, 7 days weekly.
• The morning shift (7 am - 3 pm) will be the initial assignment with flexibility for overtime as needed, and the potential for changes over time as our business needs and opportunities evolve.
• This role is an on-site based position. Our ideal candidate will work from our location in Opa Locka, FL.
• The posted salary ranges will default to that of your regional location and will not include any premiums. The baseline range for this non-exempt position will be as follows: $28.00 - $29.00 hourly which is equivalent to $58,000 - $60,000 plus a performance-based bonus up to 5% of annual salary.

Benefits/ Perks

• Financial Perks: Base hourly pay + overtime paid over 40 hours in one week; holiday pay + paid time off (including 3 floating holidays); 401(k) benefits $1 for $1 match up to 6%; General Dynamics Employee Discounts.
• Wellness and Health Perks: Multiple Medical, Dental & Vision insurance options for employee only or employee + additional family members; paid sick time; Employee Assistance Program; Wellness Programs; Health Awards
• Performance Perks: Annual Merit Increase opportunity; annual bonus potential up to 5%
• Continued Education Perks: Tuition Reimbursement for approved CE pursuits.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The physical demands outlined below are representative of those required for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this positions. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to fulfill these functions.
• The employee is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, reach with hands and communicate verbally. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk or sit. and occasionally requires climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching or crawling.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds over their heads.
• The employee is frequently exposed to vibration and occasional fuel fumes. The role requires the ability and willingness to work in all weather conditions. Seasonal temperature extremes in the hanger environment may include both very hot and cold conditions.

Additional Details

At Jet Aviation we believe in selecting the best candidates through a comprehensive and thoughtful process. If you are selected to move forward, you can expect a multistage interview process, including connections with team members and leaders. As a part of our commitment to safety and security, our selected candidate must successfully pass pre-employment requirements before finalizing employment.