LS – Ground Service Equipment (GSE) Mechanic Job – New Windsor, NY

Why You'll Love This Job

Did you ever want to work in aviation but didn’t know how to break into the industry? Do you like working in a fast-paced environment, often outdoors, around some of the most incredible professionals in the industry? Did you ever wish that you could work for a company where you could grow your career? If so, Atlantic Aviation just may be the employer for you!

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Headquartered in Plano, Texas, Atlantic Aviation welcomes customers at more than 100 fixed base operator (FBO) locations – from the Hawaiian Islands to Caribbean islands and all points in between throughout the US. We offer a wide range of aircraft ground handling and flight hospitality services, including fueling and line services, hangar and ramp storage, modern executive terminals for passengers and crews, and much more. We are firmly committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout our network and aspire to be the employer of choice in our dynamic segment of aviation. We invest in enhancements to our safety, service, technology, and strategic infrastructure in order to provide more choices, improved experiences, and better value for customers. Atlantic Aviation intends to lead the way to a more sustainable future for business and general aviation. Atlantic Aviation is “local everywhere” - providing a safe, friendly, and familiar experience across North America. To learn more about Atlantic Aviation or to make a reservation at any of our 100+ FBOs, visit AtlanticAviation.com.

Website: http://www.AtlanticAviation.com

Responsibilities

We are seeking self-motivated, safe, positive, enthusiastic, goal oriented individuals for an immediate opening as a Ground Service Equipment (GSE) Mechanic. Corporate aviation continues to be a viable means of travel for many who do not like the long lines and delays often times encountered with the airlines and many corporations are now leasing or purchasing their own private aircraft. Our GSE Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all the fixed base operation's (FBO) refueling and aircraft services equipment. All equipment is maintained in accordance with the appropriate weekly, monthly, quarterly, or yearly preventative maintenance programs. This equipment includes aircraft refueling trucks and fuel storage facility, ground power units, tugs, courtesy vehicles and the like.

General Duties:

Maintain, repair, and determine repair and maintenance requirements of ground support equipment, vehicles, and aviation support equipment, including heavy equipment, diesel and gas powered equipment, and aircraft power units.
Must adhere to all safety and housekeeping standards established by the Company and regulatory agencies. Maintain a clean and orderly workplace.
Ensure all work is conducted in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Function as a Line Service Technician on an as needed basis.
Function as a Facility Maintenance Technician on an as needed basis.
Application of the principles of the “Atlantic Attitude” at all times.
Communication of work progress and significant issues with the Line Manager or the Operations Manager.

Essential duties and responsibilities include (but not limited to):

Maintain site practices and procedures that contribute to a safe, profitable, positive, and enjoyable work environment.
Operate and maintain heavy equipment, diesel engines, vehicles, and otherwise be knowledgeable of electrical troubleshooting methods and technology.
Inspect equipment to diagnose and troubleshoot problems identified by users.
Perform equipment repair including portable powered equipment, aircraft power units, aircraft ground generators, tugs, and other aircraft ground support equipment.
Perform inspection of equipment following contractor or vendor repair to insure proper operating conditions before release to users.
Perform periodic and annual inspections and maintenance of equipment. Assist other mechanics in diagnosing and troubleshooting of equipment.
Prepare required records and reports on all assigned GSE equipment, identify and order parts required, and provide assistance in training employees in areas of specialties.
Enforce good housekeeping practices and uniform standards to employees.
Operate fuel trucks, tugs, baggage handling and various other pieces of equipment as needed.
As needed, this position will execute all duties related to daily line service operations.
Daily quality assurance and accuracy of paperwork and auditing of repair paperwork.
Any additional duties that may be specific or unique to your location assigned by Management

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Skills & Qualifications

Experience with aviation support equipment, particularly fuel trucks, is a must. This position does require you to work in all weather conditions, and flexibility with your schedule is a must as we operate 7 days a week. As a minimum requirement, each applicant must possess the following:

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Prefer knowledge have work experience in aircraft ground support equipment diagnostics and repair, heavy equipment repair, diesel engines, drive systems, transmissions, hydraulic pumps and servos, and general equipment maintenance specific to the identified equipment.
Hands-on experience in the maintenance and repair of the identified equipment and be capable of utilizing the mechanical tools of the trade, including diagnostic tools, as required by the essential job functions.
Valid state driver’s license and at least 18 years of age.
Good organizational skills.

Atlantic Aviation…take off into your future!

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance testing

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