GSE Mechanic

Signature Aviation•Kahului, HI

13h

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; diagnosing problems with test equipment and manuals; assembling mechanical components; inspecting machinery and engines; and conducting repairs and preventative maintenance to maximize reliability. The mechanic also cleans and lubricates machinery, replenishes fluids and components, advises users on maintenance measures, maintains work logs, reports issues, and completes required GSE paperwork. Work may take place indoors or 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 requires frequently lifting or moving up to 75 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be considered for qualified applicants and Team Members, subject to the conditions described in the posting. The position requires a high school diploma or GED plus one year of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. The pay range is $26.96 to $33.70 per hour. Applicants must be at least 18, have a valid driver's license, be legally authorized to work in the country of employment, meet background, drug-testing, airport security badge, and insurability requirements, and provide their own tools. Prior GSE or heavy equipment experience is preferred.

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 the company's insurance policies.
Legally authorized to work in the country of employment.
Must provide own tools.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write routine business correspondence; and effectively present information in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to solve problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations and follow detailed but uncomplicated written or oral instructions.
Ability to perform arithmetic using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Knowledge of machinery and hydraulic, electrical, and other systems and their components.
Aptitude with hand tools and precision measurement tools.
Ability to follow established procedures and practices and read instructions and blueprints.
Strong commitment to health and safety guidelines.
Very good communication skills and problem-solving ability.
Very good physical strength and stamina.
Frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Inspect and maintain ground support equipment used in operations.
Troubleshoot, repair, and/or overhaul ground support equipment.
Check and service ground support 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, transmissions, and other equipment, and run diagnostic tests to identify functionality issues.
Conduct repairs aiming for maximum reliability.
Perform thorough maintenance on machinery, equipment, and systems.
Clean and apply lubricants to machinery components.
Replenish fluids and components of engines and machinery.
Advise machine or vehicle users on correct maintenance and preventative measures.
Keep work logs, report issues, and complete required GSE paperwork.
Follow health and safety guidelines while working in varying weather and environmental conditions near stationary and moving aircraft.