GSE Mechanic III

PrimeFlight Aviation Services•San Diego, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a GSE Mechanic Level III, you will repair and maintain motorized and non-motorized airline and aircraft ground service equipment. The role involves advanced maintenance and repairs across a wide range of ground support equipment, diagnosing and correcting mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in accordance with manufacturer guidelines, industry standards, and safety regulations. You will operate and test equipment, complete associated paperwork, track parts, and follow safety procedures while upholding PrimeFlight’s customer service and safety standards. Additional duties may be assigned by management. The position is full-time at SAN Airport, with a listed schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The posting also states that aviation operations run 24/7 and team members must be flexible to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays. The listed wage is $37–$39 per hour.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.
Six years of verified experience required.
Must provide personal tools and a toolbox.
Demonstrate regular, predictable attendance at the job location.
Must hold a valid driver's license.
Communicate effectively in English, including reading, writing, and speaking.
Be able to access and interpret print and electronic information using devices such as iPads/tablets, computers, and mobile devices.
Communicate effectively with colleagues and clients in person and electronically.
Must pass a background check and drug screen.
Must be eligible to acquire required credentials and clearances, as applicable, including FAA, RAIC, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs, and U.S. Postal credentials.
Must be flexible to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Be able to perform the essential requirements satisfactorily; reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform them.

Responsibilities

Service equipment with fuel, water, oil, hydraulic fluid, and compressed air.
Log equipment numbers requiring repair and describe the work to be performed on each piece.
Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, replace, repair, overhaul, or modify engines and transmissions; electrical systems; brakes and braking systems; hydraulic and pneumatic systems on mobile lift and conveyor systems; bumpers and body work; bag cart curtains and curtain rods; towing hitches and towing bars; undercarriages, wheels, and tires; and related mechanical components, tubing, hoses, and wiring.
Diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in accordance with manufacturer guidelines, industry standards, and safety regulations.
Remove, test, repair, or replace components and accessories such as carburetors, governors, air and oil cleaners, ignition points, and auditory sensors.
Check and adjust tolerances of valves, bearings, cams, clutches, and drive shafts.
Diagnose problems using test equipment and applicable manuals.
Operate and test ground equipment to assess performance.
Complete associated paperwork and track parts.
Follow safety procedures and protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
Exemplify PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.