GSE/Diesel Mechanic Level 1: $25.00/hr

Menzies Aviation; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Menzies Aviation in Austin is seeking a Diesel Mechanic to repair and rebuild airport service vehicles, including support trucks, hydrant trucks, and fueling equipment. You will inspect parts, diagnose issues, and perform engine, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical repairs to keep aircraft services running smoothly.

The role emphasizes safety, quality checks, and maintaining a clean, secure work site. Applicants should have at least 6 months diesel mechanic experience, be able to lift 70 lbs,

Qualifications

• Must have 6 months of Diesel Mechanic experience/background.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must possess valid US driver’s license.
• Must have authorization to work in the USA.
• Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English.
• Must be comfortable lifting/moving 70lbs.
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• All mechanics are required to perform all duties of the other positions, as needed due to operational need.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all required Airport Badge.
• Must have a High School Diploma or GED, or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and identify defective or broken parts on vehicles and repair gas/diesel engines, hydraulic, electrical, fueling and mechanical systems.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual quality control checks on refueling equipment and maintain records.
• Ensure aircraft services can operate effectively by providing preventive care to equipment and timely repairs.
• Maintain a safe and secure work environment in line with health and safety policies.

Skills

Diesel mechanic experience

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Socket set

Impact wrenches

Screwdrivers

Pliers

Hammers

Air tools

Job description

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.

Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at over 300 locations in 65 countries, across 6 continents.

But at the heart of our business is our people.

Role Purpose

This role is responsible for the safe and efficient repairing and rebuilding of airport service vehicles. These vehicles include but are not limited to support trucks, stationary carts, tankers, and hydrant trucks. You will be required to inspect and identify defective or broken parts on vehicles as well as make repairs to gas/diesel engines, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems.

The maintenance team ensures our aircraft services team can operate effectively by providing proper preventive care for equipment and timely repairs to broken equipment ensuring all work is performed safely and is supported by following established procedures and protocols.

What you will be doing

• Inspect and identify defective or broken parts on vehicles as well as make repairs to gas/diesel engines, hydraulic, electrical, fueling and mechanical systems.
• Perform monthly, quarterly, and annual quality control checks on the refueling equipment, maintain records relating to maintenance.
• Ensure our aircraft services team can operate effectively by providing proper preventative care to equipment and timely repairs to broken equipment.
• Maintain a safe and secure work environment, in accordance with local health, safety, and security policies and procedures, aassuring a clean and safe working environment
• Hydrate electric equipment according to the Hydration Schedule
• Able to program and understand the functions of the Rapid Charger, including the Battery Monitor and Identification Device (BMID)
• Perform monthly, quarterly and annual quality control checks on the equipment
• Able to perform an accident inspection on involved equipment

Safety, Security, Wellbeing and Compliance:

You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

• Must have 6 months of Diesel Mechanic experience/background
• Must be 18 years of age
• Must possess valid US driver’s license
• Must have authorization to work in the USA
• Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English
• Must be comfortable lifting/moving 70lbs
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays
• Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions
• All mechanics are required to perform all duties of the other positions, as needed do to operational need; Example: A Level I Mechanic may need to perform tasks of a Level III when directed
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all required Airport Badge
• Must have a High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Mechanic - Tool Requirements

• Swivel
• Socket (Deep and Shallow Required)
• Extension 3” and 6”
• Sockets (Deep and Shallow Required)
• Extension 3” and 6”
• Deep Impact Socket 1/215/16”
• Swivel
• Extensions 3” and 6”
• Socket (Deep and Shallow Required)
• Standard 5/16 – 1”
• Spark Plug Socket 5/8 and 13/16”

WRENCHES

• Crescent Wrenches 8” and 12”

HAMMERS, CHISELS, PUNCHES

• Ball Peen Hammer 32 oz.
• 4-pound Sledge
• Punch and Chisel Set

SCREW DRIVERS and PRY BARS

• Phillips Head Screwdrivers #1 & #2
• Standard Head Screwdrivers #1 & #2
• Pry Bar 24”

AIR TOOLS

• OSHA Approved Air Nozzle

PLIERS

MISCELLANEOUS

• Flashlight
• Tire pressure Guage (Up to 120 PSI)
• Tape Measure (25”)
• Oil Filter Wrenches (small and large)
• Gloves
• Medium Locking Rollaway Toolbox
• Small Locking Road Box

What we are looking for:

• Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English.
• Available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain all required Airports and Custom badges/seals.

Diversity

Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role. Please feel free to contact to recruiter below, if there are any reasonable adjustments to our process that you would like us to consider.

As part of our recruitment process, we will always consider how candidates fit with our values which you can learn more about here.

Qualifications

Education

Required

Technical/other training or better.

Experience

Preferred

1 year:

6 months of Diesel Mechanic experience/background

Licenses & Certifications

Required

DRIVERS LICENSE