GSE Mechanic

AGI•Jamaica, NY

About The Position

The Ground Service Mechanic performs troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs on airport service equipment and associated systems. Equipment includes vehicles and belt loaders with unleaded, diesel, and propane engines, lavatory service trucks, air conditioner carts, and ground power units. Systems include gas and diesel engines, hydraulics, electrical systems, transmissions and rear ends, gears, brakes, and basic chassis components. The mechanic also performs fabrication work, including MIG and Arc welding and cutting, tracks preventative maintenance, responds promptly to equipment service requests, and works with station management to help control budgets and order parts and supplies. AGI provides paid on-the-job training, advancement opportunities, and safety incentive bonuses. The role requires flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, and involves working outdoors in all types of weather and around jet and machinery noises. Alliance Ground International is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and an inclusive environment.

Requirements

At least two years of experience troubleshooting and repairing gas and diesel engines, hydraulic and electrical systems, transmissions and 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 outdoors in all types of weather and around jet and machinery noises.
Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

ASE Certification.

Responsibilities

Respond promptly to equipment service requests and troubleshoot and repair vehicles, belt loaders, lavatory service trucks, air conditioner carts, ground power units, and other airport service equipment.
Repair gas and diesel engines and associated hydraulic, electrical, transmission, rear-end, gear, brake, and other equipment systems.
Perform and track preventative maintenance for each piece of equipment.
Perform fabrication work, including MIG and Arc welding and cutting.
Work with station management to help control the budget and order parts and supplies.