Gse Mechanic

Fleet Mechanic

The Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Mechanic is responsible for inspecting and identifying defective or broken parts on vehicles, and making necessary repairs to diesel engines, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems. This role involves working closely with the Operations Manager and Line Service Department to ensure the delivery of safe and mechanically sound GSE equipment and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Comply with and ensure accountability for company policies and procedures related to GSE standards, safety, and security procedures.
• Establish, implement, and maintain a preventative maintenance schedule for the site's fleet of ground service equipment and fuel farm.
• Perform repairs on downed equipment.
• Maintain stock of necessary parts and fluids in accordance with the preventative maintenance schedule and consistent with guidance from the Operations Manager and General Manager.
• Oversee the quality control program in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Perform facility maintenance as needed.
• Maintain parts and tools inventories.
• Promote a culture of first-class customer service and safety through daily observations, shift briefings, routine audits, usage of Baldwin SMS, monthly service/safety meetings, training, and documented service/safety procedures.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal customers and business partners.
• Perform additional duties as directed by the Operations Manager or General Manager.

Essential Skills

• Experience with C-130, A&P, Airframe, Powerplant, inspection, repair, modification, D check, C check.
• Proficient in maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of diesel engines.
• Minimum of three years of progressive management experience, including maintenance of FBO equipment.
• Ability to operate various aircraft ground support equipment (e.g., tug, tow bars, GPU, air start, floor machine, belt loader, LAV cart, forklift).
• Strong commitment to achieving results.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Customer service experience.
• FBO/Aviation experience.
• Forklift experience preferred.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team that values safety and customer service, while promoting professional growth and development. Enjoy the opportunity to travel internationally and domestically, expanding your expertise in varied and challenging environments.

Work Environment

This position requires international travel for extended periods, sometimes under austere and sub-standard living conditions. Work involves extended and irregular hours in various environmental conditions, including hot and cold temperatures, high elevations, dusty conditions, and stressful situations. Domestic travel for events, training, and symposiums is also expected. The role requires physical fitness to lift 75 lbs routinely, fit in tight spaces, bend, kneel, stoop, crawl, climb frequently, and lift objects above the head. You'll be pulling a 170 lb load over 50 feet and moving 1 mile carrying a 35 lb pack. Expected travel requirements are 35 to 50%. The position operates on the first shift.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of CRESTVIEW, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.25 - $27.88/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in CRESTVIEW,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 20, 2026.