Ground Service Equipment Technician

Ground Service Equipment Technician (GSE Mechanic)

Pay: $28 - $33 per hour, with overtime available
Location: Orlando, FL (on-site)
Schedule: Full-time, Sunday to Thursday, 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM

About the opportunity
Our client, a leader in aviation operations, is hiring a Ground Service Equipment Technician in Orlando to keep the ground support equipment behind aircraft ground operations running safely and efficiently. You'll maintain, troubleshoot, and repair GSE, working with the maintenance team to keep downtime to a minimum.

No direct aviation experience? No problem. If you're a diesel mechanic, hydraulics tech, or another hands-on mechanic with transferable skills, training is provided.

What you'll do
- Perform preventive maintenance inspections and service on ground support equipment.
- Clean and service machine parts, and oil and lubricate moving parts.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Inspect equipment for compliance with safety and operational standards.
- Record and report worn or damaged parts, order replacements, and repair equipment quickly to minimize downtime.
- Conduct test runs and make adjustments.
- Document maintenance activities and repairs, and keep the shop organized and stocked.
- Coordinate repairs with maintenance staff and help train junior mechanics.
- Travel to customer locations in the service area when needed.

What you need
- Proven experience as a mechanic: ground support equipment, diesel, automotive, or hydraulic systems.
- Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, and comfort with diagnostic tools.
- Mechanically inclined, with strong problem-solving skills; able to work independently and on a team in a fast-paced environment.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to obtain and maintain required airport badging, including driving and escort privileges.
- Able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds unassisted, stand and walk for long periods, and work outdoors in varying weather around heavy machinery.
- Available for the 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM, Sunday - Thursday shift.

Nice to have
- Technical certification in automotive or heavy equipment repair.
- ASE or EPA certifications.
- Welding experience.

Benefits
- $28 - $33 per hour, with overtime available.
- Full benefits package, including 401(k).
- Training provided; room to learn and grow in the aviation industry.

Why apply through Total Aviation Staffing
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