Mechanic, GSE

GSE Mechanic

The GSE Mechanic will inspect and identify defective or broken parts on vehicles (Ground Support Equipment) and make repairs to diesel engines, hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems. They will closely work with the 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 the site’s fleet of ground service equipment and fuel farm.
• Perform repairs on downed equipment.
• Maintain stock of necessary parts and fluids in accordance with the PMS and guidance from the Operations Manager and General Manager.
• Oversee QC program in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Perform facility maintenance as needed.
• Maintain parts and tools inventories.
• 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.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal customers and business partners.
• Perform additional duties as directed by the Operations Manager or General Manager from time to time.

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• Requires three (3) years of progressive management experience, including maintenance of FBO equipment.
• Ability to operate a multitude of aircraft ground support equipment (e.g., Tug, tow bars, GPU, air start, floor machine, belt loader, LAV cart, forklift).
• Must have a strong commitment to results.
• Must possess computer knowledge in Microsoft Office.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Customer service experience.
• FBO/Aviation experience.
• Forklift experience preferred.

Modern Aviation (the "Company") is a private equity‑backed platform company launched in 2018 that is focused on the fixed‑base 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.

Reports to
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Operations Manager

Supervisory Responsibility
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This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

FLSA Status
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This position is nonexempt.

Work Environment
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While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions including extreme heat and cold; high, precarious places; outside weather conditions and vibration; chemicals including aviation fuels, oils, and lavatory fluid. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Travel
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This position requires minimal travel.

Physical Requirements
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Must be able to perform frequent walking, sitting, stooping, stretching, bending, reaching, and grasping actions.
May be required to work nights and weekends.

EEO Statement
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The Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Other Duties
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Please note this job description is not designed to cover all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.