GSE Mechanic

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833. Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at over 300 locations in 65 countries, across 6 continents. But at the heart of our business is our people.

About the role

This role is responsible for the safe and efficient repairing and rebuilding of airport service vehicles. These vehicles include but are not limited to support trucks, stationary carts, tankers, and hydrant trucks. You will be required to inspect and identify defective or broken parts on vehicles as well as make repairs to gas/diesel engines, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems. The maintenance team ensures our aircraft services team can operate effectively by providing proper preventive care for equipment and timely repairs to broken equipment ensuring all work is performed safely and is supported by following established procedures and protocols.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and identify defective or broken parts on vehicles as well as make repairs to gas/diesel engines, hydraulic, electrical, fueling and mechanical systems.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual quality control checks on the refueling equipment, maintain records relating to maintenance.
• Drive and operate refueling equipment vehicles.
• Ensure our aircraft services team can operate effectively by providing proper preventative care to equipment and timely repairs to broken equipment.
• Maintain a safe and secure work environment, in accordance with local health, safety, and security policies and procedures, assuring a clean and safe working environment.
• Perform periodic maintenance and inspections on filters, pumps, valves, tanks, pressure controls, metering and gauging equipment, company vehicles.
• Troubleshoot and repair equipment such as pipeline issues, electrical equipment, motors, switch gear, and lighting.
• Ensure that all work assigned is performed in a timely fashion with quality workmanship.
• Ensure through definitive methods that product meets or exceeds quality standards set forth; ensure all work is completed in a timely manner, contributing to an efficient operation.

Requirements

• Must have a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), or related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3 to 5 years of mechanical experience.
• Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English.
• Available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all required Airports and Custom badges/seals.
• Must possess mechanical tools and toolbox.
• Must have Electrical, Maintenance, and computer knowledge.

Skills

Ideally looking for an individual with auto maintenance or forklift maintenance experience.

Tool Requirements

• ¼” Drive set Standard 3/16” – 9/16” Deep 3/16” – 9/16” Metric 4mm -15mm Deep 4mm – 15mm
• 3/8 Drive set Standard 5/16” – 1” Deep 5/16” – 1” Metric 7mm – 22mm Deep 7mm – 22mm
• ½ Drive set Standard 3/8” – 1-1/2” Deep 3/8” – 1-1/2” Metric 10mm -36mm Deep 10mm – 36mm
• Wrenches Combination ¼” – 1-5/16” Combination 7mm -20mm
• Allen wrenches Standard and Metric
• Crescent wrenches 8” and 12”
• Oil filter wrenches set
• Hammer, Chisels, Punches 16oz ball peen, 32oz ball peen, 4 lbs. sledge, Punch and Chisel set
• Screwdrivers and Pry bars Screwdriver set [Flat, Phillips, and Torx], Pry bar 12” and 24”
• Pliers Channel Locks 12”, Standard pliers 8”, Needle nose, Diagonal cutter, Wire stripper, Wire crimper, Safety wire pliers
• Vice Grips 7”, 10”, and 12”
• Snap ring pliers set
• Air Tool or Battery Tool Plus Impact Sockets 3/8” Gun, ½” Gun
• OSHA approved air nozzle
• Miscellaneous Flashlight, 25’ tape measure, Test light, Jumper wire [2 set], Pick set / scribe, Wire brush, Inspection mirror, Tire valve stem /core tool, Spark plug gapping tool, Brake adjusting spoons, Fuse puller automotive, Feeler gauge, Ramp Toolbox

Schedule

• 1st shift (11:00 - 19:30) Off Thursday and Friday
• 2nd Shift (14:00-22:30) Off Wednesday and Thursday
• 3rd Shift (04:00-12:30) Off Monday and Tuesday

Pay

$24 - $26 per hour

Benefits

• Uniform Provided
• Advancement Opportunities
• Three Health Plans through Meritain Health that offer a variety of coverage.
• Two Dental Plans through Delta Dental
• Vision Insurance Plan through Met Life Vision

Military Occupational Codes

• Army 91B/91S
• Airforce 2A6X2
• Marine Corp GSE 6072 Mechanic, 6073 Mechanic/Electrician, 6074 Cryogenics/Mechanic, 6499 Mobile Facility Tech/ Generator Mechanic, Engineer Mechanic - 1341 Engine Equipment Mechanic, 3500 Motor T Tech, 3521 Auto Maintenance Tech, 3524 Fuel Mechanic, 2141 Assault Amphibious Vehicle Mechanic, 2147 Light Armored Vehicle Mechanic
• Navy Rating Codes - AS Aviation Support (GSE), MM Machinist Mate, AD Aviation Machinist Mate, CM Construction Mechanic, EN Enginemen

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may regularly work in outside weather conditions.
• The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts, high voltages and high hydraulic/pneumatic pressures.
• The employee is also frequently exposed to very loud noise levels, fumes or airborne particles and hazardous substances, materials or waste.
• The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with arms, climb or balance; and talk or hear.
• Other tasks include digging and shoveling, such as snow removal around equipment and office.
• Employee may also engage in debris removal which involves lifting, bending and stooping.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25lbs and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70lbs.