Aviation Ground Support Equipment Mechanic

Swissport

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 54,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Job summary

Swissport is seeking a Heavy Equipment & Fleet Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of airport ground support equipment. No aviation experience required; training provided on airport-specific systems.

The role pays $26.00-$36.00/hour with full-time benefits including health, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, sick time, and holidays. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for training or station support are required.

Qualifications

  • Operates and drives ground service equipment (GSE).
  • Performs preventive maintenance per schedules on GSE equipment.
  • Provides troubleshooting and diagnostic assessment of ground support equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Operate and drive all types of ground service equipment – motorized and non-motorized.
  • Perform preventive maintenance per established schedules on all ground support equipment.
  • Provide troubleshooting and diagnostic assessment of ground support equipment as required.
  • Hydraulic knowledge or basics; willing to learn hydraulic systems.
  • Airport deicing training will be required; overtime during weather emergencies.

Skills

GSE operation
Preventive maintenance
Diagnostics
Hydraulics
Deicing training
Driver's license
Outdoor work

Education

Trade school training

Job description

Swissport is seeking a Heavy Equipment & Fleet Mechanic to inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain a wide range of airport ground support equipment. No aviation experience required; training provided on airport-specific systems.

The role pays $26.00-$36.00/hour with full-time benefits including health, 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, sick time, and holidays. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel for training or station support are required.

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