Equipment Mechanic (1321)

Avfuel Corp; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Avfuel Corp in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Ground Service Equipment Mechanic responsible for maintaining and repairing mechanical equipment at the airport. The role requires at least 2 years of relevant experience, communication skills, and ability to work under pressure.

Applicants must possess a High School diploma or GED equivalent, pass a background check, and have a valid Driver's license. The work environment involves extreme outdoor conditions, and candidates should be prepared to work in all types of weather.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a Ground Service Equipment mechanic.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Pass background check, pre-employment drug test, valid Driver's license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair ground services equipment.
• Perform all scheduled preventive maintenance for GSE.
• Independently perform basic diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Ability to read and work from diagrams

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Tools

Roll-away tool box

Job description

Job Details

Location: Avflight Milwaukee – Milwaukee, WI 53207
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: High School/GED Equivalent
Shift: Any

General Purpose of Job

The Ground Service Equipment Mechanic is responsible for maintaining, inspecting, and repairing various types of mechanical equipment and facilities.

Duties

• Inspect, maintain, and repair ground services equipment used in the support of operations.
• Perform all scheduled preventive maintenance for GSE.
• Independently perform basic diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures using test equipment, applicable manuals, and industry resources.
• Perform corrective repairs.
• Work according to company regulations and procedures and instructions from lead, supervisor, or manager.
• Complete forms connected with work assignments.
• Operate forklift and tow equipment.
• Clean up any oil spills after working on equipment.
• Dispose of used fluids in proper location.
• Willing to occasionally perform other duties not associated with maintenance, such as aircraft fueling and deicing, cargo loading and unloading, and airline and charter ground operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as a Ground Service Equipment mechanic.
• Communication skills.
• Ability to read and work from diagrams.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Paint and body experience preferred.
• Own roll‑away tool box and meet minimum tool requirements.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• 2 years related experience; aviation experience a plus.
• Pass background check, pre‑employment drug test, have valid Driver's license with a good driving record within company standards.
• Authorization to work in the U.S.
• Willing to work outside in all types of weather and elevated noise levels within the airport environment.

Work Environment

Airport environment: Indoors and Outdoors. Extreme outdoor conditions where extreme temperature ranges may be encountered.