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GSE Mechanic

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $24.25 - $31.50
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

pay advance
Recognition awards
Medical insurance
Employee Discounts
wellness programs
401k plan
Career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS) is a leading global provider of air cargo handling, ground handling, and technical services. Operating across 164 airport locations in 18 countries on 5 continents, WFS manages the timely delivery of cargo shipments, luggage, and business-to-customer deliveries while ensuring on-time flights with a focus on safety and security. The company prides itself on exceptional service quality and performance, employing teams of cargo, passenger, ramp handling, and technical service experts. WFS is recognized as a leader in the aviation services industry, continually striving to exceed customer expectations through innovative solutions and a dedicated workforce.

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Job Requirements

  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Must be able to pass a 10-year background check to obtain an airport badge
  • Ability to read and work from diagrams
  • Experience with diesel engines
  • Ability to differentiate colors in wiring, including red, green, yellow, blue, black, brown, white, and orange

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma, GED or equivalent
  • Experience with diesel engines
  • Ability to read and work from mechanical diagrams
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Ability to differentiate color-coded wires including red, green, yellow, blue, black, brown, white, and orange
  • Effective communication skills in English
  • Ability to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays
  • Familiarity with personal computer software is helpful

Job Duties

  • Conduct regular inspection, preventative maintenance, and repairs on ground support equipment, including baggage loaders, tow tractors, pushback tractors, portable power units, and forklifts
  • Utilize fleet management software to keep accurate records of all maintenance and repair activities, including work orders, parts used, and hours spent on each task
  • Maintain a clean and organized workshop, ensuring all tools, equipment, and parts are properly stored and readily accessible
  • Stay updated on the latest industry trends, technological advancements, and regulatory requirements related to ground support equipment maintenance and repair
  • Adhere to all safety procedures and protocols to ensure a safe working environment
  • Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and external vendors to coordinate repairs, procure parts, and resolve technical issues
  • Drive vehicles weighing up to ten tons (up to forty tons in select assignments) in congested areas requiring good depth perception and ability to distinguish colors
  • Operate a variety of tools, including power tools, to assemble, disassemble, repair, and install parts and components
  • Read and interpret printed or computerized maintenance manuals and complete required paperwork
  • Regulate own work with little supervision and accomplish tasks independently

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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