Mechanic, GSE

Signature Aviation; Chicago (IL); Vor Ort; USD 34.000 - 48.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical Insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Training and Development

Tuition reimbursement

Zusammenfassung

Signature Aviation in Chicago, IL, is seeking a GSE Mechanic to inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and overhaul ground support equipment. You will service fluids, read manuals, and ensure maximum reliability through thorough maintenance and accurate documentation.

Responsibilities include operating hand tools, following procedures, and communicating effectively with team members. A valid driver’s license, tool ownership, and safety commitment are required; ASE certification is a plus.

Qualifikationen

• High School diploma or GED with at least 1 year relevant experience.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must possess valid driver’s license and be insurable.
• Prior GSE or heavy equipment experience preferred.
• Own tools; vocational certification and ASE preferred.

Aufgaben

• Lift and move up to 75 pounds.
• Read, write, and fluently speak and understand English.
• Read and comprehend instructions, memos.
• Write routine business correspondence.
• Present information clearly to customers, supervisors and employees.
• Follow established procedures and read blueprints.
• Inspect machinery, run diagnostics on hydraulics and electrical systems.
• Maintain logs and report issues.
• Provide maintenance recommendations and preventative measures.
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

English fluency

Problem solving

Physical strength

Safety-minded

Hand tools

Ausbildung

High School diploma or GED

Vocational certification

ASE certification (preferred)

Driver's license

Tools

Own tools

Blueprint reading

Calipers

Test equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

Persons employed as a GSE Mechanic is expected to:

• Inspect and maintain ground support equipment used in operations.
• Troubleshoot, repair and/or overhaul ground support equipment.
• Check and service ground support equipment with fuel, water, oil and hydraulic fluid.
• Diagnose problems using test equipment and applicable manuals.
• Build and assemble machines or mechanical components according to requirements.
• Inspect machines, engines, transmissions etc. and run diagnostic tests to discover functionality issues.
• Conduct repairs aiming for maximum reliability.
• Perform thorough maintenance on machinery, equipment and systems.
• Clean and apply lubricants to machinery components.
• Replenish fluids and components of engines and machinery.
• Provide consultation on correct maintenance and preventative measures to machine or vehicle users.
• Keep logs of work and report on issues
• Completion of GSE paperwork as required.

Responsibilities

• Frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Read, write and fluently speak and understand the English language.
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Write routine business correspondence.
• Effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, supervisor and employees.
• Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Excellent knowledge of machinery and hydraulic, electrical and other systems and their components
• Aptitude in using various hand tools (screwdrivers, hammers etc.) and precision measurement tools (e.g. calipers)
• Ability to follow established procedures and practices and read instruction, blueprints etc.
• A strong commitment to all health and safety guidelines
• Very good communication skills
• A problem‑solving ability
• Very good physical strength and stamina

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED plus one (1) year experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of 18 years of age
• Ability to pass background checks (criminal and motor vehicle), drug tests, receive and maintain issuance of an airport security badge, and be insurable by the company's insurance policies.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.
• Prior GSE or heavy equipment experience preferred.
• Must have your own tools.
• Must possess valid driver’s license.
• Certification from a vocational school or completion of apprenticeship is a definite plus.
• Valid certification (ASE) preferred.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status.

Unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business, we will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of a Team Member due to pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions or of a qualified applicant with a disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact (insert).

Pay ranges vary based on multiple factors including, without limitation, skill sets, education, shift worked, responsibilities, seniority, geographical market, merit, output, productivity, prior training or experience, travel. The pay starting rate for this position is $29.83 / hour, per the collective bargaining agreement.

About Us

With more than 225 locations worldwide, Signature Aviation is the largest global network of private aviation terminals, delivering safe, convenient, and elevated experiences to those we serve. As a premier hospitality organization and a certified Great Place to Work™, we are committed to redefining private air travel. Our nearly 6,000‑strong team of aviation experts and enthusiasts is dedicated to delivering excellence to our guests and communities, and it starts with taking care of our team. Signature provides a variety of benefits, programs, and resources to support our team members’ overall well‑being and professional development. We proudly volunteer and give back, focusing on elevating the neighborhoods where we operate, empowering the next generation of aviation professionals, and supporting our veterans.

Benefits

• Medical/prescription drug, dental, and vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Accident Insurance
• Identity Theft and Legal Services
• Paid time offPaid Maternity Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training and Development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Perks

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or other protected characteristics.