GSE Mechanic - Customs and Border Protection

About the Role

Diagnoses malfunctions and repairs Ground Support Equipment (GSE).

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostics and repair of less complex repair/maintenance problems.
• Inspect and approve completed maintenance actions.
• Solve repair problems by studying drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, and technical publications.
• Use automated maintenance data systems to monitor maintenance trends, analyze equipment requirements, maintain equipment records, and document maintenance actions.
• Analyze, diagnose, and repair GSE using conventional and digital multi-meters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, frequency counters, oscilloscopes, circuit card testers, transistor testers, and hand tools.
• Maintain external fuel and grounding systems.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on GSE.
• Inspect, test, and operate GSE to determine equipment serviceability and proper operation.
• Service equipment with fuel, oil, water, coolant, hydraulic fluid, refrigerant, and compressed air.
• Diagnose mechanical and electronic circuitry malfunctions using visual and auditory senses, test equipment, and technical publications.
• Disassemble and assemble malfunctioning GSE accessories and components.
• Remove, disassemble, repair, clean, treat for corrosion, assemble, and reinstall GSE components and accessories.
• Stencil and mark GSE in accordance with technical publications.
• Store, handle, label, use, and dispose of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with all state, local, and federal environmental standards and regulations.
• Prepare GSE for storage and mobility deployment.
• Operate, clean, inspect, and service GSE towing vehicles.
• Maintain vehicle records and update paper and electronic equipment records.
• Provide dispatch service for GSE, including positioning equipment to support aircraft maintenance and flying operations.
• Maintain good housekeeping, hazmat, tool control, Foreign Object Damage prevention, and safety.
• May be required to perform other duties as needed to support the overall mission.

Requirements

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a CBP Background Investigation Suitability clearance (US Citizenship required).
• High school graduate or equivalency certificate from an accredited program.
• Must possess and maintain a valid commercial driver's license with a HAZMAT endorsement.
• Proficient in Office software applications, especially Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to meet required deadlines and maintain necessary workflow.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend/interpret data.
• Must provide your own tools.

Physical Requirements / Working Environment

• Working conditions may range from a standard office environment to outdoor settings with exposure to inclement weather, temperature changes, inadequate lighting, dust, wind, and rain.
• May be required to work in areas with high noise hazards, requiring adequate ear protection.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.

Pay

Hourly Rate: $38.08