GSE Mechanic

Menzies Aviation Careers•Philadelphia, PA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The GSE Mechanic is responsible for safely and efficiently repairing, rebuilding, inspecting, and maintaining airport service vehicles and equipment, including support trucks, stationary carts, tankers, and hydrant trucks. The role involves diagnosing defective or broken parts and repairing gas and diesel engines, hydraulic, electrical, fueling, and mechanical systems. The mechanic also performs preventive maintenance and quality-control inspections to keep equipment operational and support aircraft services. The position is based at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and offers three listed schedules: first shift, 11:00–19:30, with Thursday and Friday off; second shift, 14:00–22:30, with Wednesday and Thursday off; or third shift, 04:00–12:30, with Monday and Tuesday off. The listed pay is $28. The mechanic works under the daily supervision of the Maintenance Manager, with assistance as needed from the Station Manager. Candidates must possess mechanical tools and a toolbox and be able to obtain and maintain required airport and customs badges or seals. Work is performed outdoors and may involve moving mechanical parts, high voltages, high hydraulic or pneumatic pressures, loud noise, fumes or airborne particles, hazardous substances, and occasional work at heights. The role also involves physical tasks such as standing, walking, climbing, digging, shoveling, debris removal, and lifting. The company emphasizes safe work practices, established procedures, and a clean and secure work environment. Regular substance testing is conducted under the company’s Substance Misuse Policy.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three to five years of mechanical experience.
Mechanical tools and a toolbox.
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.
Electrical, maintenance, and computer knowledge.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including frequently lifting or moving up to 25 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving up to 70 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Automotive maintenance experience.
Forklift maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

Inspect vehicles and identify defective or broken parts; repair gas and diesel engines and hydraulic, electrical, fueling, and mechanical systems.
Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual quality-control checks on refueling equipment and maintain maintenance records.
Drive and operate refueling equipment vehicles.
Provide preventive care and timely repairs to equipment used by the aircraft services team.
Perform periodic maintenance and inspections on filters, pumps, valves, tanks, pressure controls, metering and gauging equipment, and company vehicles.
Troubleshoot and repair the equipment listed above, as well as pipeline issues, electrical equipment, motors, switch gear, and lighting.
Complete assigned work in a timely manner with quality workmanship and ensure products meet or exceed established quality standards.
Maintain a safe, secure, clean work environment and follow local health, safety, security, and workplace procedures.
Take reasonable care of personal and others’ health, safety, and wellbeing while at work.
Perform physical tasks including digging, shoveling, snow removal around equipment and offices, and debris removal involving lifting, bending, and stooping.