Ground Support Equipment Mechanic

the Lynden Family of Companies•Anchorage, AK

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Lynden Air Cargo is seeking a skilled and dependable Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Mechanic to join their maintenance team. This role involves inspecting, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining equipment that supports aircraft operations, ensuring it remains safe, reliable, and mission-ready. The mechanic will work on various equipment such as de-ice trucks, power carts, and pushback tugs, playing a key role in keeping global operations running smoothly. The company offers a family environment with the competitiveness and rewards of a large organization.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Minimum five years maintenance experience, two of which can be applicable college/technical training.
Ability to read and interpret technical documents, including maintenance manuals, wiring schematics, and structural repair manuals.
Ability to prepare routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to communicate effectively with customers and employees at all levels of the organization.
Strong mathematical skills, including the ability to calculate percentages, proportions, area, circumference, volume, and other figures and amounts.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to use sound judgment and common sense to solve problems in a highly regulated environment.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing situations.
Ability to understand and carry out written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.
Current US Driver License
Must provide and maintain the hand tools necessary to perform assigned duties.
Must be flexible to work days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, including extended periods away from home.
Must be able to travel domestically and internationally without restrictions, including access to foreign military bases as required.
Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
Requires strong visual abilities, including color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Current US Passport
ASE Certifications
Experience maintaining aviation ground support equipment, including de-ice trucks, air-start carts, power carts, pushback tugs, and similar equipment.
Experience working on medium- and light-duty trucks, small engines, and related mechanical systems.
Fabrication and welding experience
Strong manual dexterity, mechanical aptitude, and attention to detail

Responsibilities

Performs all work assigned in accordance with established policies and procedures as governed by Lynden Air Cargo's Employee Handbook, LAC GMM, applicable CFR's, Manufacturer’s recommendations, Company preferences and needs, on all ground support equipment.
Records all work performed on the appropriate forms.
Must have the ability to successfully complete all duties and tasks independently and with limited supervision.
Assumes responsibility for the work he/she performs.
Reports any abnormal conditions or discrepancies to appropriate Lead A&P Mechanic, Maintenance Personnel Coordinator or GSE Manager and lockout/tagout equipment as needed.
Ensures completion of Company GSE preventative maintenance program.
Performs and/or schedules any required inspections (de-ice truck boom – NDT).
Purchase and maintain all GSE inventory per Supervisor’s direction and approval.
Provides monthly expenditure report and forecast to Supervisor, to include retaining all receipts and invoices for Company purchases.
Makes recommendations in regards to future GSE attrition related needs.
May travel globally, as needed, to support LAC’s fleet.
Must have the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.

Benefits

Annual wage reviews with advancement through internal promotions.
Medical insurance: 2 medical plans to choose from as low as $0/month.
Dental & vision: low employee payroll deduction.
Health insurance for your family: cover your entire family with medical, dental and vision for $222/month.
Healthcare savings account: Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA).
Retirement savings: 401(k) with 50% of the first 6% contributed matched + additional annual retirement contribution.
Employee assistance program: no cost to you
Life insurance, long term disability and AD&D: no cost to you
Vacation: Vacation accrual increases with years of service
Tuition reimbursement program of up to $3500 per year after one year of service