Sr. GSE Mechanic

Overview

Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair on various types of mechanical equipment and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance and repair of ground support equipment and facilities.
• Executes complex maintenance assignments involving but not limited to automotive, electrical, systems and other related trade skill sets.
• Trains, mentors and guides GSE Mechanics
• May fill in for the Lead, when needed.
• May have input on the hiring and promotion of others in the mechanic employee group.
• Reads and interprets repair manuals, basic electrical and hydraulic schematics and supervisor/manager’s instructions.
• Works in tight and/or high spaces utilizing appropriate PPE and fall protection equipment.
• Follows and complies with all company and federally established policies and procedures
• Utilizes a computer to perform a variety of communications, training and administrative processes.
• Completes forms connected with work assignments according to established procedures.
• Completes all safety training as assigned by the Company.
• Compliance with all ELS safety programs, policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties/assignments that may be required by management from time to time.

 

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
• 3 years experience as a heavy, medium or light duty mechanic.
• Experience in mentoring, guiding and directing employees in a similar job group.
• Ability to read and understand basic electrical/hydraulic schematics.
• Must have own set of hand tools common to the trade.
• Depending on the location, may be required to travel.

 

• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices and procedures related to equipment repair.

• Ability to work a non-traditional schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Knowledge of general workplace safety requirements and procedures

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous work experience in an Airport environment.
• Strong hydraulic/pneumatic troubleshooting experience.
• State and/or ASE certification in automotive and diesel repair or associated field.
• 5+ years’ experience as a heavy, medium or light duty mechanic.
• 2 years experience mentoring, guiding and training
• 2 years’ experience working in a CMMS.

 

 

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Ability to take care of customer needs while following company procedures.
• Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
• Ability to focus on a goal and obtain a pre-determined result.
• Ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Possess the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task
• Ability to work with people regardless of race, gender, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, medical condition or job type.
• Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
• Ability to obtain the proper resources to complete job assignment.
• Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and concisely.
• Ability to work under pressure with time constraints
• Ability to complete assigned training in a timely manner.

 

Computer Skills: Basic computer knowledge, at an intermediate level in working with Microsoft Windows to include: Outlook, Word, and Excel.

 

Other Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be able obtain and maintain an Airport Security badge
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and be insurable under the Company’s insurance policy
• Must be able to comply with the ELS Drug and Alcohol policy. 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands of this position vary by day and are not based solely on a single workday.

 

Physical Demands

Lift/Carry

Stand

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