GSE Technician - AUS

swa; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Airlines is seeking a Ground Supply Equipment Technician to diagnose and repair heavy ground support equipment such as trucks, carts, and de-icing gear. The role involves routine maintenance, painting, and ensuring safe operation of ground assets.

The position requires 3–5 years of relevant repair experience, ASE/Certifications preferred, and the ability to work a schedule that may include early mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays. U.S. work authorization is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree in automotive/equipment repair preferred.
• 3 years of heavy truck/equipment repair experience with a technical degree.
• 5 years of heavy truck/equipment repair experience in lieu of a degree.
• Experience using a computer inventory tracking system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair automotive, ramp, provisioning, and deicing equipment used in the airline industry.
• Perform preventive and unscheduled maintenance on all ground equipment.
• Attend training and stay current on knowledge and equipment.
• Create and track work orders in the maintenance system.
• Comply with company identification, safety, and appearance standards.

Skills

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Body repair

Welding

Metal fabrication

Spray painting

Communication

Teamwork

Reading diagrams

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree in automotive/equipment repair

Tools

Inventory tracking system

Job description

Department:

Cargo Provo & GSE

Our Company Promise

We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.

Job Description

Like working with tools and solving problems? Ground Supply Equipment (GSE) Technicians at Southwest keep things moving behind the scenes by fixing and taking care of the powerful machines we use on the ground-like trucks, carts, and de-icing gear. They build, repair, paint, and make sure everything works safely. It's hands-on work that helps flights take off smoothly and keeps the airport running strong. Check out what a day as a GSE Technician is like: swa.is/DayWithGSE

Additional details

This role is part of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which means pay, schedules, and other job details are set through an agreement with the labor union.

Work schedules are based on seniority and may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays. The role may be times when mandatory overtime is required to support flight operations, but the role also opportunities to trade shifts and find a schedule that works for you.

U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.

Learn more about becoming a GSE and check out the FAQs: https://carrer.southwestair.com/ground-support-equipment-technician-work-group

We' r e committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses and repairs various types of automotive, ramp, provisioning, and deicing equipment utilized within the airline industry


• Performs both preventative maintenance and unscheduled maintenance on all airline ground equipment


• Attends initial and ongoing training (classroom and/or on-the-job), and keeps current on knowledge, information, and equipment to maintain proficiency in their work


• Create and track work orders performed in a timely manner into maintenance tracking program


• Required to wear Company visual identification card, prominently displayed above the waist for ready recognition


• Must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed on this description


• May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in the maintenance and repair of electrical & hydraulic systems


• Ability to perform minor or major body repair


• Ability to read documents, follow instructions, learn and understand procedures, rules, and regulations including federal and local security regulations


• Ability to read and research technical manuals and electrical & hydraulic schematics


• Ability to work under tight time constraints to accomplish job tasks


• Ability to effectively communicate in both written and verbal form


• Ability to work well under stressful situations


• Ability to work well with others as part of a Team


• Proficiency in arc, gas, and MIG welding, as well as cutting torch


• Proficiency in metal fabrication


• Proficiency in equipment spray painting

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or GED


• Preferred: Associate's Degree or automotive/equipment repair technical degree

Experience

• Required: 3 Years Heavy truck and/or equipment repair experience with a technical degree


• Required: 5 Years Heavy truck and/or equipment repair experience in lieu of a technical degree


• Preferred: Experience using a computer inventory tracking system

Licensing/Certification

• ASE and A/C Certification preferred


• Must possess and maintain valid state motor vehicle operator's license


• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SIDA badge and meet all local airport requirements

Physical Abilities

• Must be able to work in vicinity of ramps, hangers and terminals


• Must be able to lift and move items up to 50 pounds on a regular basis


• Must be able to climb, bend, kneel, crawl and stoop on a frequent basis, and for extended periods


• Must be able to perform job functions within a confined space or in potentially hazardous areas


• May be required to work thru inclement weather

Other Qualifications

• Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines


• Must be a U.S. citizen or have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986


• Must be at least 18 years of age


• Must be able