GSE Mechanic

Daifuku North America; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Daifuku North America in Houston, Texas is seeking a skilled Mechanic to perform maintenance and repair on various types of mechanical equipment and facilities. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience and be able to read and understand electrical and hydraulic schematics.

This role involves training junior mechanics, performing complex repairs, and adhering to safety protocols in a high-demand environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as a heavy, medium or light duty mechanic.
• Ability to read and understand basic electrical/hydraulic schematics.
• Knowledge of general workplace safety requirements and procedures.
• Ability to work a non-traditional schedule including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance and repair of ground support equipment and facilities.
• Executes complex maintenance assignments.
• Trains, mentors, and guides Jr. GSE Mechanics.
• Utilizes a computer to perform administrative processes.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical schematics understanding

Hydraulic systems knowledge

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

Hand tools common to the trade

Job description

Overview

Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance and repair on various types of mechanical equipment and facilities.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs maintenance and repair of ground support equipment and facilities.
• Executes complex maintenance assignments involving butnot limited to automotive, electrical, systems and other related trade skillsets.
• Trains, mentors and guides Jr. GSE Mechanics.
• May have input on the hiring and promotion of others in the mechanic employee group.
• Reads and interprets repair manuals, basic electrical and hydraulic schematics and supervisor/manager’s instructions.
• Works in tight and/or high spaces utilizing appropriate PPE and fall protection equipment.
• Follows and complies with all company and federally established policies and procedures
• Utilizes a computer to perform a variety of communications, training and administrative processes.
• Completes forms connected with work assignments according to established procedures.
• Completes all safety training as assigned by the Company.
• Compliance with all ELS safety programs, policies and procedures.
• Performadditional duties/assignments that may be required by management from time to time.

Qualifications

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
• Minimum 2 years experience as heavy, medium or light duty mechanic.
• Abilityto read and understand basic electrical/hydraulic schematics.
• Must have own set of hand tools common to the trade.
• Dependingon the location, may be required to travel.

• Ability to work a non-traditional schedule including weekends and holidays.

• Knowledge of general workplace safety requirements and procedures.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Previous workexperience in an Airport environment.
• Stronghydraulic/pneumatic troubleshooting experience.
• State and/orASE certification in automotive and diesel repair or associated field.
• 3+ years experience as a heavy, medium or light duty mechanic.
• 1 yearexperience working in a CMMS.
• Knowledge ofcommonly used concepts, practices and procedures related to equipment repair.

ELS STATEMENT:Elite Line Services (ELS) is an Affiantive Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, gender, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or medical condition.