Regional Training and Service Technician, Fleet

Overview

Regional Training and Service Technician, Fleet role  Traveling GSE Technician - Technical Trainer performs advanced maintenance and repair of Ground Support Equipment (GSE) across multiple Swissport stations, travels to support local maintenance teams, performs diagnostics and repairs, ensures fleet reliability, and trains local technicians in best practices and new technologies.

Locations:
Regional - Proximity to one of these major markets IAD, JFK, MIA, ORD, PHX, SEA & SFO.

Reporting To:
Regional Training and Service Manager, Fleet

The Traveling GSE Technician - Technical Trainer role is hands-on and highly mobile, intended for a seasoned technician who excels in the field and is passionate about developing the next generation of Swissport technicians. It involves travel to support stations, performing diagnostics and repairs, and training technicians.

• Travel to various Swissport stations across the U.S. and Canada to conduct maintenance, diagnostics, and emergency repairs on GSE assets.
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert while on assignment—coaching, mentoring, and training local Swissport technicians.
• Lead hands-on training in diagnosing, servicing, and maintaining gas, diesel, electric, and hydraulic-powered GSE, including loaders, pushbacks, belt loaders, GPU/ASU units, and deicers.
• Perform preventive maintenance and overhauls per established schedules and procedures.
• Diagnose and repair power plant, drivetrain, brake, electrical, hydraulic, and HVAC systems.
• Respond to emergency GSE breakdowns at remote locations and perform on-call maintenance as needed.
• Complete and ensure accuracy of all maintenance documentation in Maximo and other systems per Swissport, airport authority, and regulatory standards.
• Inspect GSE for safety compliance and quality control; recommend adjustments or improvements as needed.
• Retrieve, order, and manage repair parts as necessary while onsite.
• Uphold Swissport’s standards in safety, quality, and professionalism while representing the brand at different stations.
• Serve as a liaison between GSE operations and station management to ensure operational readiness.
• Support station start-ups, fleet upgrades, and new technician onboarding as required.
• Keep accurate travel records, training logs, and station feedback for internal reporting and performance tracking.
• Other duties and tasks, as assigned.

• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Certification in one of the following trades:
  Heavy Duty, Commercial Vehicle, or Automotive Mechanic (must be in good standing).
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience maintaining and repairing GSE or similar equipment.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 75% of the time, including air travel and short-notice deployments.
• Strong technical training, coaching, or leadership experience preferred.
• Familiarity with maintenance management systems (e.g., Maximo).
• Competence in Microsoft Office and mobile diagnostics tools.
• Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in varied outdoor conditions, including extreme cold and heat.

• Willing to travel when necessary for training and service needs or to assist other SP stations with GSE needs as required.

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tution reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Swissport as an equal opportunity employer bases its hiring decisions on the business need and the best qualified candidates available and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on the basis of any protected category. Candidates who are offered employment may be subject to a criminal record and other background checks as permitted or required by company policy or applicable law.