GSE Technician - DEN

GSE Technician - DEN

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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.

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

• 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. There may be times when mandatory overtime is required to support flight operations, but there are 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:

We’re 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.

• 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

• 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

• Required:
  
  High School Diploma or GED
• Preferred:
  Associate's Degree or automotive/equipment repair technical degree

• 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

• 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

• Must be able to work in vicinity…