STL GSE Mechanic

Swissport International AG•St. Louis, MO

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Swissport, a global leader in aviation services, is seeking a dedicated Fleet Mechanic to join their team. This role is responsible for the service and maintenance of all Ground Service Equipment (GSE) at a designated station, ensuring reliable and safe equipment that meets all local and governing laws. The company emphasizes its core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things, and Win as a Team, and is committed to diversity and equal opportunity.

Requirements

Valid driver's license
Hydraulic knowledge or basics necessary. Must be willing to learn hydraulic systems
Airport deicing training will be required.
Good oral and verbal communication skills
Good computer skills.
Willing to clean and maintain a safe workshop.
Willing to travel when necessary for training or to assist other SP stations with GSE needs as required

Nice To Haves

Trade school training and or a mechanical background preferred.
Some knowledge of Hydrant carts, trucks and other fueling equipment preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Operate and drive all types of GSE equipment – motorized and non-motorized.
Perform and show competence in preventive maintenance per established schedules on all ground support equipment.
Provide trouble-shooting and diagnostic assessment of ground support equipment as required.
Remove malfunctioning ground support equipment from service and ensure GSE is not returned to service until malfunction has been accurately diagnosed and repaired.
Respond to emergency service calls as well as accidents involving ground support equipment.
Maintain the ATA-103 compliance documentation and testing on all fueling equipment as required by federal regulations.
Complete all maintenance/repair documentation consistent with carrier, station, airport authority, municipal, state, federal and SP requirements.
Comply with all federal, provincial, municipal, airport authority and carrier security requirements.
Retain a motor vehicle driver’s license for both air side / non airside in good standing at all times.
Follow all safety guidelines set out by WCB, EPA, WHIMIS, and SP management.
Keep GSE shop and its equipment always clean and serviceable, report all deficiencies to management.
Fuel equipment as necessary with full regard for all safety and environmental requirements.
Liaise with Ramp management, customers and staff in a professional manner when needed.
Work as a self-starter and report to shop leads daily.