Aviation Ground Support Equipment Mechanic

Trego Dugan Aviation Of Grand Island Inc; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 74,501,000 - 85,962,000; Full time

Job summary

Trego Dugan Aviation is hiring a Full-Time Laborer/Ramp position at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. You will maintain and service ground support equipment to keep the ramp running, with on-the-job training and no aviation certifications required.

Qualifying candidates bring a hands-on mechanical background and a willingness to learn; the role requires a valid driver's license and flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic mechanical experience required — automotive, diesel, heavy equipment, or similar.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills through hands-on training in a GSE environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, service, and maintain ground support equipment used in daily airport operations, including tugs, belt loaders, ground power units (GPU), air start units, air conditioning units, and service carts.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues using appropriate tools, diagnostic equipment, and service manuals.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled preventative maintenance to maximize equipment uptime and reliability.
• Repair or replace defective components to restore equipment to safe, optimal operating condition.
• Build and assemble mechanical components and equipment as required.
• Clean, lubricate, and service machinery, equipment parts, and fluid systems.
• Check and replenish fluids, filters, and other consumable system components on schedule.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

ASE certification

Job description

Trego Dugan Aviation is hiring a Full-Time Laborer/Ramp position at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. You will maintain and service ground support equipment to keep the ramp running, with on-the-job training and no aviation certifications required.

Qualifying candidates bring a hands-on mechanical background and a willingness to learn; the role requires a valid driver's license and flexibility for evenings, weekends, and holidays.