Ground Support Equipment Mechanic III

 

 

Summary

The GSE Mechanic III works under minimal supervision to safely perform inspection, repair, and preventive maintenance of various ground support equipment used in aviation operations. The candidate is highly skilled in mechanical systems, demonstrates strong troubleshooting abilities, is familiar with all applicable safety practices, and understands the importance of maintaining equipment in peak operational condition to support flight line operations efficiently.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on aviation ground support equipment.
• Diagnose malfunctions and perform necessary mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic repairs.
• Ensure all equipment meets required safety standards prior to operational use.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, repairs, and parts usage.
• Operate tools, gauges, and testing equipment to perform and verify repairs.
• Order and maintain inventory of parts and supplies as needed.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient and high-quality work.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and policies within the work area.
• Other duties as assigned.

 

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, accepts constructive criticism/feedback and changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
• Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts effectively in verbal and written form, exhibits good listening and comprehension, keeps others informed and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Dependability - Responds to requests for service and assistance, follows instruction and responds to management direction, takes responsibility for own actions and doing the best job possible, keeps commitments, and maintains reliable attendance.
• Initiative - Sets and achieves challenging goals, demonstrates persistence, and overcomes obstacles, measures self against standard of excellence, recognizes and acts on opportunities, and takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Safety –Observes safety and security procedures, determines appropriate action beyond guidelines, uses equipment and materials properly, and reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities, exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views, gives and welcomes feedback, contributes to building a positive team spirit, and puts success of team above own interests.
• Work Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, displays commitment to excellence, looks for ways to improve and promote quality, applies feedback to improve performance, and monitors own work to ensure quality.

 

Summary of Education, Experience & Certification

High School diploma or equivalent required.  Minimum of three years’ recent applicable related experience. Experience in aerospace industry preferred, however other industry related experience will be considered. Proven work experience as a Ground Support Equipment Mechanic or similar role. Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems required.  Certification from a vocational school or completion of apprenticeship is a plus.

US Citizen Required - this position is located at a facility that requires special access. 

 

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals and schematics.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills.
• Must hold and maintain a valid state driver’s license and clean driving record. This position requires operating, transporting, and road-testing ground support equipment and driving company vehicles as assig
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Ability t