Airport GSE Mechanic & Mentor – Maintenance Expert

Daifuku North America; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite Line Services (ELS) seeks a GSE mechanic to perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on ground support equipment and related facilities in an airport environment. You will read electrical and hydraulic schematics, execute complex repairs, and document work in the CMMS.

The role requires 2+ years as a heavy/medium/light duty mechanic, owning your hand tools, willingness to travel, and a strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum 2 years experience as heavy/medium/light duty mechanic.
• Ability to read and understand basic electrical/hydraulic schematics.
• Must own a set of hand tools common to the trade.
• Travel may be required depending on location.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance and repair of ground support equipment and facilities.
• Reads and interprets electrical and hydraulic schematics.
• Trains and mentors Jr. GSE Mechanics.
• Follows safety policies and uses PPE during work.
• Uses CMMS to document work orders and activities.

Skills

Schematic reading

Electrical troubleshooting

Hydraulic troubleshooting

Tool ownership

Mentoring juniors

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASE certification in automotive or diesel repair

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Elite Line Services (ELS) seeks a GSE mechanic to perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on ground support equipment and related facilities in an airport environment. You will read electrical and hydraulic schematics, execute complex repairs, and document work in the CMMS.

The role requires 2+ years as a heavy/medium/light duty mechanic, owning your hand tools, willingness to travel, and a strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.