GSE Mechanic

Signature Aviation•Key West, FL

About The Position

The GSE Mechanic inspects, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and overhauls ground support equipment used in operations. The role includes servicing equipment with fuel, water, oil, and hydraulic fluid; using test equipment and manuals to diagnose problems; assembling machines or mechanical components; inspecting machinery and running diagnostic tests; and conducting repairs to maximize reliability. The mechanic also performs routine maintenance, cleans and lubricates components, replenishes fluids and parts, advises equipment users on maintenance and preventive measures, maintains work logs, reports issues, and completes required GSE paperwork. Work may take place indoors and outdoors near stationary and moving aircraft, including spinning propellers and engines, and in varying weather and environmental conditions such as precipitation, extreme temperatures, jet engine fumes, dust, and noise. The role frequently involves lifting or moving up to 75 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be considered for qualified applicants and team members, subject to the stated operational requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, plus one year of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 18 years of age.
Ability to pass criminal and motor vehicle background checks and drug tests, obtain and maintain an airport security badge, and be insurable under company insurance policies.
Legally authorized to work in the country of employment.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Must have own tools.
Knowledge of machinery and hydraulic, electrical, and other systems and their components.
Aptitude with hand tools and precision measurement tools such as calipers.
Ability to follow procedures and read instructions and blueprints.
Strong commitment to health and safety guidelines, good communication skills, problem-solving ability, and physical strength and stamina.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

Prior GSE or heavy equipment experience.
Certification from a vocational school or completion of an apprenticeship.
Valid ASE certification.

Responsibilities

Inspect and maintain ground support equipment used in operations.
Troubleshoot, repair, and/or overhaul ground support equipment.
Check and service equipment with fuel, water, oil, and hydraulic fluid.
Diagnose problems using test equipment and applicable manuals.
Build and assemble machines or mechanical components according to requirements.
Inspect machines, engines, and transmissions, and run diagnostic tests to identify functionality issues.
Conduct repairs aimed at maximizing reliability.
Perform thorough maintenance on machinery, equipment, and systems.
Clean and lubricate machinery components.
Replenish fluids and components of engines and machinery.
Advise machine or vehicle users on correct maintenance and preventive measures.
Keep work logs, report issues, and complete required GSE paperwork.
Perform essential tasks inside and outside near stationary and moving aircraft and in varying weather and environmental conditions.
Frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
Read, write, speak, and understand English; comprehend instructions and routine correspondence; write routine business correspondence; and present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Use common sense and apply basic arithmetic to carry out detailed but uninvolved instructions and address problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
Follow established procedures and practices, read instructions and blueprints, and comply with health and safety guidelines.