Equipment Mechanic III - IND Airport

PrimeFlight Aviation Services•Indianapolis, IN

13h•$34 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The GSE Mechanic Level III is responsible for performing advanced maintenance and repairs on both motorized and non-motorized airline and aircraft ground support equipment. WHAT IT’S LIKE TO WORK AS A GSE MECHANIC III Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, or modify various systems and components, including engines, transmissions, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems, and more Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues using test equipment and manuals in accordance with safety and industry standards Service equipment with necessary fluids such as fuel, oil, hydraulic fluid, water, and compressed air Operate, test, and assess ground equipment performance and complete related documentation and parts tracking Adhere to safety procedures and demonstrate high standards of customer service and professionalism Exemplify PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards Perform any additional duties as assigned by management WHY WORK FOR PRIMEFLIGHT? Enjoy benefits like 401(k) with matching, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, growth opportunities, and more (part-time benefits may vary) We are committed to being a leading provider of commercial services within the aviation industry Our teams focus on maintaining a positive working environment and treating all team members with respect With more than 200 locations across the world, we offer opportunities for career progression Enjoy a competitive pay scale

Requirements

18 years of age or older
Eligible to work in the United States
6 years of verified experience required
Must provide their own tools and toolbox
Demonstrate regular, predictable attendance at job location
Must have a valid state-issued driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking)
Ability to access and interpret information in print and electronically, including the use of electronic devices including IPads/Tablets, Computers, and Mobile Devices
Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, both in-person and through electronic means
Pass a background check and drug screen
Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable)
Airlines are 24/7, so we need our team members to be flexible to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements.
Ability to lift up to 70 pounds
Prolonged standing and walking in an indoor/outdoor environment as applicable
Must be able to reach with arms and grasp with hands
Must be able to push, pull
Must be able to crawl and crouch, at times, in confined tight spaces
Must be able to bend, stretch, squat, kneel
Must be able to climb and work at elevated heights
Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels
Exposure to Biohazards and/or Chemicals
Exposure to outdoor elements
Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms
Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers
Specific vision abilities required for this job include: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

Responsibilities

Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, or modify various systems and components, including engines, transmissions, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems, and more
Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues using test equipment and manuals in accordance with safety and industry standards
Service equipment with necessary fluids such as fuel, oil, hydraulic fluid, water, and compressed air
Operate, test, and assess ground equipment performance and complete related documentation and parts tracking
Adhere to safety procedures and demonstrate high standards of customer service and professionalism
Exemplify PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards
Perform any additional duties as assigned by management