Mechanic, GSE

Signature Aviation•Kahului, HI

11d•$27 - $34

About The Position

The GSE Mechanic inspects, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, and overhauls ground support equipment used in aviation operations. The role includes servicing equipment with fuel, water, oil, and hydraulic fluid; diagnosing issues with test equipment and manuals; assembling mechanical components; and performing repairs and preventative maintenance to maximize reliability. The mechanic also cleans and lubricates machinery, replenishes fluids and components, advises equipment users on maintenance, 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 job requires frequently lifting or moving up to 75 pounds, physical strength and stamina, effective communication and problem-solving, and adherence to health and safety guidelines. The position requires a high school diploma or GED plus one year of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Applicants must be at least 18, legally authorized to work in the country of employment, hold a valid driver’s license, and be able to pass background and drug checks, obtain and maintain an airport security badge, and meet the company’s insurance requirements. Applicants must provide their own tools. Prior GSE or heavy equipment experience and ASE certification are preferred; vocational school certification or apprenticeship completion is a plus. The stated pay range is $26.96 to $33.70 per hour. Signature Aviation describes itself as a global network of more than 225 locations with nearly 6,000 team members. The company offers benefits and resources intended to support team well-being and professional development, and describes community volunteer efforts focused on local neighborhoods, future aviation professionals, and veterans.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED plus one year of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum age of 18.
Ability to pass criminal and motor vehicle background checks and drug tests.
Ability to receive and maintain an airport security badge.
Must be insurable under the company’s insurance policies.
Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.
Must provide own tools.
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos, and write routine business correspondence.
Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations and follow detailed written or oral instructions.
Ability to perform basic 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 such as calipers.
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.

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 to achieve maximum 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 preventative measures.
Keep work logs and report issues.
Complete GSE paperwork as required.
Follow health and safety guidelines while working around aircraft and in varying weather and environmental conditions.
Frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.