GSE Technician - AUS

Ground Supply Equipment Technician

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.

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 and 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 to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
• Required to have a complete set of mechanic’s tools
• May be required to travel by airplane to other cities to perform field service work outside of the normal shop environment. May also include overnight stays
• Must be able to work varied shifts and/or overtime, as well as on holidays and weekends
• Must be able to satisfactorily complete training program and six-month probationary evaluation period

Pay & Benefits:

Competitive market salary from $34.73 per hour to $34.73 per hour
* depending on qualifications and experience. For eligible Leadership and individual contributor roles, additional bonus opportunities are available and awarded at the discretion of the company.

Benefits you'll love:

• Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too) 

• Southwest will help fund your 401(k) retirement savings…