Mechanic (Honolulu Airport)

FSM Group•Honolulu, HI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ground Service Equipment (GSE) Mechanic at the Honolulu Airport performs maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and inspections of ground support equipment to help ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations. Equipment serviced may include fuel carts, hydrant trucks, luggage tugs, deicing trucks, catering trucks, and other related equipment.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Possess and maintain a valid U.S. driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Ability to maintain reliable transportation to and from the assigned work location
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as operational needs require
Ability to maintain regular and reliable attendance
Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening and applicable background checks, including federal fingerprinting
Ability to access all areas of the airport necessary to perform job duties, including secured areas, in compliance with airport and federal regulations
Ability to obtain and maintain any required government security clearance
Minimum of one (1) to two (2) years of mechanical experience in automotive, diesel, HVAC, refrigeration, or related fields
General knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems, including engines, hydraulics, batteries, and diesel equipment
Ability to provide and maintain a personal set of basic mechanic tools, including but not limited to wrenches, ratchets, socket sets, screwdrivers, power tools, Allen wrenches, and a voltmeter; specialty tools will be provided by the Company
Ability to climb up and down stairs and ladders with 25+ steps and work at heights of 26 feet or more, including high, precarious places
Ability to get in and out of vehicles of varying sizes and heights
Ability to drive and operate vehicles and equipment of various sizes, including automated lifts up to 26 feet
Frequently lift and carry up to 30 pounds overhead
Occasionally lift up to 70 pounds to waist level
Ability to shovel materials such as snow, sand, dirt, gravel, or rocks as needed
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, squat, kneel, crawl, twist, climb, and balance for extended periods of time
Perform repetitive physical movements, including bending at the waist and knees, and sustaining awkward or physically demanding positions
Capable of climbing and standing on step ladders while performing overhead work, such as connecting fueling hoses
Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, grip, and operate tools, equipment, and controls
Hear and respond to verbal instructions, environmental sounds, and audible alarms
Maintain close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
Maintain distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
Maintain color vision (identify and distinguish between colors)
Maintain peripheral vision (see up/down and side-to-side while focused on a central point)
Maintain depth perception (assess distance and spatial relationships)
Ability to adjust focus (sharpen vision at various distances)
Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind
Tolerate frequent exposure to moderate to high noise levels (with use of appropriate hearing protection)
Tolerate exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and hazardous substances, materials, or waste
Work near or around moving mechanical parts
Work near or around high-voltage equipment
Work near or around hydraulic and pneumatic systems operating under high pressure

Nice To Haves

Experience working on Ground Support Equipment (GSE)
Knowledge of diesel and electrical systems
Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
Ability to troubleshoot equipment issues and apply effective problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks efficiently
Ability to read, interpret, and apply safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance guidelines, and procedural manuals
Ability to effectively communicate in English as required to perform job duties and support safe operations in the airport environment, including during emergencies or situations requiring a shared language for safety
Ability to interpret and carry out written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions
Proficiency with computer systems and common workplace software applications, including Microsoft Office applications, data entry and operational reporting systems

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance and routine repair services on ground support equipment
Conduct inspections of fluid levels, coolant systems, brakes, tires, and other operational components
Diagnoses and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues
Complete equipment repairs, refurbishments, and safety inspections in accordance with company procedures
Maintain equipment to ensure operational readiness and compliance with safety standards
Document maintenance activities and report equipment issues as needed
Perform other duties as assigned to meet operational needs