Facilities Technician

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$30.00/hr - $33.00/hr

The GSE (Ground Support Equipment) Mechanic/Facility Technician plays a critical role in keeping our aviation operations safe, efficient, and running at peak performance.

The GSE Mechanic/Facility Technician inspects and identifies defective or broken parts on vehicles as well as makes repairs to diesel engines, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems. The GSE Mechanic will work closely with the Facility/GSE Manager, Operations Manager and Line Service Department to provide safe, mechanically sound GSE equipment and facilities.

• Comply with and ensure accountability for Company policies and procedures related to GSE standards, safety, and security procedures
• Establish, implement, and maintain a preventative maintenance schedule for site’s fleet of ground service equipment and fuel far
• Diagnose and repair downed GSE to minimize operational downtime
• Maintain stock of necessary parts and fluids in accordance with the PMS and consistent with guidance from the Operations Manager and General Manager
• Manage parts and tools inventories to ensure readiness and efficiency
• Ensure a culture that promotes first class customer service and safety through daily observations, shift briefings, routine audits, usage of Baldwin SMS, monthly service/safety meetings, training, and documented service/safety procedures
• Daily cleaning of building to include restrooms, common areas, removal of garbage
• Special projects to keep building and grounds in top condition
• Facilities maintenance which may include; replacing of light bulbs, cleaning floors, and other various cleaning and minor maintenance duties
• Maintain stock of necessary parts and fluids in accordance with the PMS and consistent with guidance from the Operations Manager and General Manager
• Oversee QC program in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal customers and business partners.
• Additional duties as directed by the Facility/GSE Manager, Operations Manager or General Manager

• Minimum of three (3) years of hands‑on experience in Ground Support Equipment (GSE), fleet, industrial, or facility maintenance
• Ability to operate a multitude of aircraft ground support equipment (ie: Tug, tow bars, GPU, air start, floor machine, belt loader, LAV cart, forklift)
• All general maintenance of the facility, to include, but not limited to, plumbing, HVAC, asphalt/tarmac/ concrete hangar doors and sidewalk maintenance
• Commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork
• Proficiency with basic computer systems (Microsoft Office)
• High school diploma or equivalent

• Forklift certification or experience

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Modern Aviation (the “Company”) is a private equity‑backed platform company launched in 2018 that is focused on the fixed‑based operator (“FBO”) sector. The Company has been rapidly growing through bolt‑on FBO acquisitions and has significant additional committed capital from Apollo Management and Tiger Infrastructure Partners (its sponsors) to continue to grow the business through future acquisitions, capacity expansion at its existing locations and development of selective greenfield FBOs in the United States and the Caribbean.

Modern’s goal is to build the third largest national FBO network in the United States.

Employee Medical Insurance, Basic Life Insurance, Short‑Term Disability, Long‑Term Disability, Vacation and Sick Time, Paid Holidays, HSA Account Funding, 401k Match

Buy‑up Medical Insurance, Dental, Vision, Optional Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, 401k

Facility/GSE Manager

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

This position is nonexempt.

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