GSE Mechanic I

PrimeFlight Aviation Services • Arlington, VA

4d • $35 • Onsite

About The Position

The GSE Mechanic Level I is responsible for maintaining and repairing motorized and non-motorized ground support equipment, such as tugs and belt loaders, while performing advanced maintenance tasks to promote the longevity of the equipment. WHAT IT’S LIKE TO WORK AS A GSE MECHANIC I

Requirements

• 18 years of age or older
• Eligible to work in the United States
• 1-2 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, and repair various mechanical components including engines, brakes, and body systems
• Diagnose and fix mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues following safety regulations and manufacturer guidelines
• Service equipment with necessary fluids like fuel, oil, and hydraulic fluid
• Operate and test ground equipment to assess performance and functionality
• Complete documentation including logging repairs, tracking parts, and following safety protocols
• Exemplify PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by management

Benefits

• 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)
• Enjoy a competitive pay scale

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed