Ground Support Equipment Mechanic

PCSI - Professional Contract Services, Inc • San Antonio, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

PCSI is hiring a Ground Support Equipment Mechanic at its Camp Bullis site in San Antonio. The position performs maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of ground support equipment and related systems. The mechanic uses technical drawings, wiring diagrams, schematics, automated maintenance data systems, digital multimeters, hand tools, test equipment, and publications to identify and address equipment issues. The role also supports aircraft maintenance and flying operations through equipment dispatch and positioning, and reports to the Project Manager.

Typical work hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; however, the position must be available for flexible hours, including mornings, nights, some weekends and holidays, and after-hours on-call emergency calls. Work may take place outdoors or in aseptic areas and may involve exposure to dirt, dust, odors, chemicals, infectious disease, debris, and inclement weather.

PCSI is a nonprofit organization focused on enhancing the lives of people with disabilities through employment, advocacy, and partnerships. As an AbilityOne employer, PCSI may prioritize individuals and veterans with disabilities for the role; documentation may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least four years of experience servicing and maintaining grounds equipment.
• Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, models, drawings, or other design and instruction formats.
• Mathematical skills to compute measurements.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
• Ability to work as a team member.
• Self-starter able to work with minimal direction and supervision.
• Ability to pass criminal, drug, and driving screening.
• Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather and be exposed to dirt, debris, and odors.
• Ability to work any time or day of the week, including weekends and holidays.
• Ability to be on call after hours and handle emergency calls.
• Valid driver's license and ability to maintain a good driving record.
• If required, ability to obtain and maintain security clearance and base access to assigned sites.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and perform repairs, while advising and training staff on less complex maintenance problems.
• Study drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics to inspect equipment and resolve repair issues.
• Use automated maintenance data systems to monitor trends and analyze equipment requirements.
• Use digital multimeters and hand tools to diagnose and repair equipment.
• Maintain external fuel and grounding systems, including regular maintenance, inspections, and tests to ensure serviceability and proper operation.
• Service equipment with fuel, oil, water, coolant, refrigerant, and compressed air; diagnose mechanical and electronic circuitry malfunctions using visual and auditory senses, test equipment, and publications.
• Repair components and accessories in accordance with local and federal environmental standards and regulations for waste and hazardous materials.
• Prepare equipment for storage and mobility deployment; operate, clean, inspect, and service towing vehicles.
• Maintain and update electronic equipment records.
• Provide dispatch services, including positioning equipment to support aircraft maintenance and flying operations.
• Ensure tool control and flying object damage prevention, and adhere to safety standards.

Benefits

• Base pay of $30.49 per hour.
• Vacation and sick leave.
• Federal holidays off.
• Medical, dental, vision, and other coverage, with an employer contribution offered for employee-only coverage.
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 6%.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED