GSE Mechanic

Alliance Ground International•Houston, TX

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ground Service Mechanic performs general troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance on airport service equipment and its associated systems. Equipment includes vehicles and belt loaders with unleaded, diesel, and propane engines, lavatory service trucks, air conditioner carts, and ground power units. The role also involves tracking preventative maintenance, responding promptly to service requests, and working with station management to control budgets and order parts and supplies. AGI provides paid on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and safety incentive bonuses. The company describes itself as an aviation services provider operating in more than 50 cities across North America, employing more than 3,000 people and serving nearly 200 airline customers. Its aviation roots span 45 years, and it emphasizes quality service, safety, diversity, and inclusion.

Requirements

At least two years of experience troubleshooting and repairing gas and diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, transmissions or rear ends, and basic chassis and brakes.
Fabrication skills, including MIG and Arc welding and cutting.
At least 18 years of age.
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience.
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
Ability to pass a drug screen and obtain airport security clearance, including an extensive 10-year employment, criminal record, and residence background check.
Ability to lift up to 70 pounds (32 kg) in confined spaces on a regular basis.
Ability to climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop frequently and for extended periods.
Ability to work outside in all types of weather and around jet and machinery noises.
Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Energy and enthusiasm, respect for teammates, and a strong regard for safety.

Nice To Haves

ASE Certification.

Responsibilities

Promptly respond to equipment service requests and troubleshoot and repair airport service equipment.
Repair vehicles and belt loaders with unleaded, diesel, and propane engines, lavatory service trucks, air conditioner carts, ground power units, and other equipment.
Troubleshoot and repair gas and diesel engines, hydraulic and electrical systems, transmissions, gears, rear ends, brakes, and other equipment systems.
Perform and track preventative maintenance for each piece of equipment.
Work with station management to help control the budget and order parts and supplies.
Perform fabrication work, including MIG and Arc welding and cutting, as applicable.