Ground Support Equipment Mechanic - $3,500 Sign-On Bonus

Hawaiian Airlines • Honolulu, HI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Mechanic at Hawaiian Airlines, you will troubleshoot and repair ground equipment. This is a union-represented, full-time position located in Honolulu. The role has a starting rate of $30.02 per hour and offers eligible external candidates a $3,500 sign-on bonus, paid after 30 days.

The mechanic works on equipment and systems including electrical and hydraulic systems, automatic and standard transmissions, FMC container loaders, 28.5V DC and 115V AC ground power units, hydrant fuelers, tanker trucks, forklifts, and other related ground equipment. Duties also include overhauling automatic transmissions, repairing parts, and fabricating parts as necessary.

Requirements

• At least one year of work experience in automotive or a related field.
• At least one year of experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems, hydraulic systems, automatic transmissions, and other aspects of ground equipment.
• General welding knowledge.
• General auto body and paint knowledge.
• Diesel engine knowledge and repair experience.
• Ability to consistently lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat, reach, and grasp.
• Valid, unexpired driver's license issued by a U.S. state, U.S. territory, or the District of Columbia.
• Ability to obtain airport security clearance.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum age of 18.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Nice To Haves

• Technical trade school education in repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of HAZMAT and DOSH standards.
• ASE Certification.
• Current or previous airline experience.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, hydraulic systems, automatic and standard transmissions, and other aspects of ground equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair FMC container loaders, 28.5V DC and 115V AC ground power units, hydrant fuelers, tanker trucks, forklifts, and other related ground equipment.
• Overhaul automatic transmissions.
• Repair parts for ground equipment and fabricate parts as necessary.

Benefits

• Free stand-by travel privileges on Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Horizon Air.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) match program.
• Annual bonus plans.
• Holiday and paid time off.
• $3,500 sign-on bonus for eligible external candidates, paid after 30 days.

What This Job Offers

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