Aviation Ground Equipment; GSE Mechanic

Overview

Johnson Service Group is seeking an Aviation GSE for a contract assignment. This role is in Salinas, CA.

Rate Range- $40-50 / hr

Previous experience as a heavy equipment field mechanic, diesel mechanic, or farm equipment mechanic

Welding & fabrication experience (preferred)

Class A CDL (bonus qualification, not required)

• Be responsible for servicing and maintaining all Flight Test Ground Support Equipment (GSE)
• Carry out daily, weekly, and monthly GSE maintenance schedules ensuring all equipment is functional, clean, and organized
• Support Archer’s scheduled vendor services such as fuel delivery and site services ensuring no gaps in coverage
• Ensures a clean, organized, and professional workplace up to 5S standards, FOD prevention, and tool control.
• Ensure that products, parts, supplies, and consumables for GSE are adequately stocked to meet Flight Testing operations
• Provide plans and status updates back to the Airfield Ground Operations Manager on assigned projects
• Provide input on the design and fabrication of GSE & fixturing from a perspective of hands on repairability and maintainability
• Maintain charge, & ground handling equipment for the aircraft ensuring they are ready for daily fl ight test operations.
• Follow Flight Test safety policies and procedures for ground operations as a part of Archers Safety Management System
• Maintain GSE maintenance records required by FAA regulations, manufacturer recommendations, and company policy
• Work from a variety of technical materials such as blueprints, schematics, handbooks, drawings, and work orders providing feedback as required
  
  Facilities repair / reporting and follow up on corrections
• Meet scheduled timelines and, in some cases, aggressive deadlines to meet project milestones
• Assume any duties as delegated by the Airfi eld Ground Operations Manager

• 5+ years of experience with Ground Support Equipment (GSE) & heavy equipment
• Previous experience in the aerospace industry
• Driving of aircraft tugs, carts, and lifts within an airport environment
• Advanced troubleshooting and repair of hydraulic and electrical systems
• Experience working with high voltage systems
• Knowledge of wiring techniques and best practices (crimping, routing, securing, etc.)
• A collaborative attitude, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and meticulous attention to detail with the ability to communicate and build cross-functional relationships
• Work with all levels of personnel and effectively interact with technicians and engineers
• Excellent planning and organization skills, including the ability to adapt and overcome issues
• Experience operating and maintaining specifi c machines
• Battery systems
• Service trucks and trailers
• Forklifts
• Golf carts
• Large and small generators
• The ability to push / pull lift up to 75lbs at times
• Ability to drive continuous improvement activities to exceed expectations and help promote a professional shop and organized environment
• Working Hours : Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays, and in indoor and outdoor environments
• Travel Requirements : This position requires travel 5-10% of the time
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