Aviation GSE Technician — Preventive Maintenance & Repairs

Deutsche Post; Erlanger (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Express USA is seeking a qualified GSE Maintenance A3 Technician for our Erlanger, KY hub (CVG). You will perform preventive maintenance on ground support gear, troubleshoot complex faults, and ensure adherence to FAA standards to maximize uptime and safety on the ramp.

As an A3 GSE Mechanic, you will work on diesel, gasoline, hybrid, and electric equipment, with a focus on safety, documentation, and timely repairs to support continuous airport operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or military equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to pass a 10-year background check for SIDA badge and US Customs clearance.
• 2–4 years of experience as a heavy equipment, automotive, diesel, or GSE mechanic.
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools and reading complex schematics.
• Provide own tool set up to ½ in drive and a roll around box.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose & Repair: troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic faults on GSE.
• Preventive Maintenance: perform scheduled PM services per specs.
• System Overhauls: rebuild engines, transmissions, brakes, hydraulic systems.
• Electrical Systems: read schematics; diagnose 12V/24V systems and ECUs.
• Safety Compliance: inspections; weld/fabricate to meet OSHA and airport safety.
• Documentation: maintain digital logs of repairs, parts, labor, warranties.
• Ramp Support: respond to on-airfield breakdowns to minimize delays.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical diagnostics

Reading schematics

Tool proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical degree or military equivalent

Tools

Diagnostic scan tools

Digital multimeters

Diagnostic software

Job description

DHL Express USA is seeking a qualified GSE Maintenance A3 Technician for our Erlanger, KY hub (CVG). You will perform preventive maintenance on ground support gear, troubleshoot complex faults, and ensure adherence to FAA standards to maximize uptime and safety on the ramp.

As an A3 GSE Mechanic, you will work on diesel, gasoline, hybrid, and electric equipment, with a focus on safety, documentation, and timely repairs to support continuous airport operations.