GSE Mechanic

Menzies Aviation•Salt Lake City, UT

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The GSE Mechanic is responsible for safely and efficiently repairing, rebuilding, and maintaining airport service vehicles and ground support equipment. Equipment includes support trucks, stationary carts, tankers, and hydrant trucks. The mechanic inspects equipment to identify defective or broken parts and repairs gas and diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and other mechanical systems. Preventive maintenance and timely repairs help the aircraft services team operate effectively while following established procedures and protocols. The position is based at Salt Lake City International Airport. The schedule is five consecutive workdays followed by two consecutive days off, and the mechanic must be available for variable shifts, weekends, and holidays. The listed rate of pay is $30.00 per hour. The mechanic must possess the required mechanical tools and toolbox, and must be able to obtain and maintain required airport and customs badges or seals. The role also involves maintaining maintenance records, documenting repairs and producing service reports using a computer and Ebis Software, providing labor and time estimates, responding to radioed repair calls on the ramp, and operating service vehicles and GSE. The mechanic is expected to maintain a safe and secure work environment, comply with applicable health, safety, and security procedures, and take reasonable care of their own and others’ wellbeing. The company prohibits misuse of alcohol and drugs and conducts regular testing under its Substance Misuse Policy.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three to five years of mechanical experience.
Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak English.
Availability and flexibility to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Comfort working in all weather conditions.
Ability to obtain and maintain all required airport and customs badges or seals.
Must possess mechanical tools and a toolbox.
Ability to safely operate vehicles and Ground Support Equipment (GSE).

Nice To Haves

Experience operating heavy equipment.
Ability to weld.
Experience as an automotive-industry service technician.
Proficiency working with diesel engines, Caterpillar machinery, and farm equipment.
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
High attention to detail and self-motivation.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and combustion-engine problems on customer-owned Tennant products and similar competitor models.
Perform diagnostic tests on diesel vehicles and heavy equipment.
Repair and maintain diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, and other vehicle systems.
Inspect vehicles and equipment to identify defective or broken parts and make necessary repairs.
Hydrate electric equipment according to the Hydration Schedule.
Repair all non-motorized equipment.
Program and understand the functions of the Rapid Charger, including the Battery Monitor and Identification Device (BMID).
Repair and replace tires and wheels.
Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual quality control checks on equipment.
Maintain records relating to maintenance and document processes and service repairs using a computer.
Produce timely and detailed service reports using Ebis Software.
Provide labor and time estimates.
Collaborate with team members to support an efficient workflow.
Drive and operate service equipment vehicles and safely operate vehicles and Ground Support Equipment (GSE).
Perform Daily Equipment Checks (DECs).
Conduct accident inspections on involved equipment and report all accidents to Shop Supervisors and Managers.
Respond to radioed repair calls on the ramp.
Perform heavy lifting and equipment repair tasks as needed.
Maintain a safe and secure work environment in accordance with local health, safety, and security policies and procedures.
Take reasonable care of personal and others’ health, safety, and wellbeing, following provided information, training, and workplace rules or procedures.