GSE Mechanic
Northern Air Cargo · Anchorage, AK · 2 wk ago
On-siteManagement$28–$33/hrFull-time
Compensation & Benefits
Pay Rate: $28.00 - $33.00 / hour DOE (Averaging $30.00 plus per hour)
Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance programs.
Company-Provided Benefits: Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Retirement: Competitive 401(k) match program with a zero-day vesting period.
Paid Time Off: Competitive PTO, personal days, and recognized federal holidays.
Reimbursements: Wellness/fitness, transportation, and tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually.
Perks: Extensive employee discount programs with major national retailers.
Qualifications
- Minimum of five (5) years of hands-on mechanical experience required.
- Graduation from an accredited trade or technical school may be substituted for a portion of the hands-on experience requirement.
- Specialized experience with Aero-Tec heaters, FMC de-icer trucks, or heavy forklifts is highly preferred.
- Auto body repair and proficient stick or MIG welding experience is a strong plus.
- Previous experience utilizing digital maintenance tracking software or computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) is highly desirable.
- Valid Alaska driver's license with a clean, insurable driving record required.
- Active Class B CDL and current DOT Medical Certificate are highly preferred.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Performing comprehensive preventive maintenance inspections (PMIs) and routine servicing on company vehicles and specialized equipment (including fleet trucks, vans, AC/DC generator sets, portable heaters, pushback tugs, baggage tugs, belt loaders, air compressors, de-icer trucks, box vans, forklifts, and maintenance/stair stands).
- Troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing complex electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems using technical schematics, wiring diagrams, diagnostic test equipment, and precision hand tools.
- Diagnosing, overhauling, and repairing gasoline and diesel engines.
- Safely operating a wide array of heavy machinery, including snow removal equipment, manlifts, and forklifts.
- Executing other operational duties as assigned by leadership to support the team.
- Maintaining regular, dependable attendance to support 24/7 flight operations.