GSE Mechanic

Menzies Aviation•Findlay Township, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The GSE Mechanic is responsible for safely and efficiently repairing, rebuilding, inspecting, and maintaining airport service vehicles and ground support equipment. Equipment includes support trucks, stationary carts, tankers, hydrant trucks, and other customer-owned Tennant products and similar competitor models. The mechanic identifies defective or broken parts and repairs gas and diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems. The role supports aircraft services through preventive maintenance and timely repairs, following established procedures and safety protocols. The position also involves operating service vehicles and GSE, responding to repair calls on the ramp, completing equipment checks and quality-control inspections, maintaining maintenance records, preparing labor and time estimates, and documenting repairs using a computer and Ebis Software. The mechanic must possess the required mechanical tools and toolbox, be comfortable working in all weather conditions, and be available for variable shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
3 to 5 years of mechanical experience.
Ability to proficiently read, write, and speak English.
Available and flexible to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Comfortable working in all weather conditions.
Must be able to obtain and maintain all required airport and customs badges/seals.
Must possess mechanical tools and a toolbox.
Ability to safely operate vehicles and Ground Support Equipment.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating heavy equipment.
Proficiency working with diesel engines, Caterpillar machinery, and farm equipment.
Ability to weld.
Prior experience as an automotive-industry service technician.
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, and hydraulic systems.
Inspect vehicles and equipment to identify defective or broken parts and make necessary repairs.
Collaborate with team members to support efficient workflow.
Perform heavy lifting and equipment repair tasks as needed.
Provide labor and time estimates.
Document processes and service repairs using a computer, and produce timely, detailed service reports using Ebis Software.
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.
Drive and operate service equipment vehicles and safely operate vehicles and Ground Support Equipment (GSE), including performing Daily Equipment Checks (DECs).
Perform accident inspections on involved equipment and report all accidents to Shop Supervisors and Managers.
Answer radioed repair calls on the ramp.
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 at work, following provided information, training, and workplace rules or procedures.