Job Title: GSE Technician

Job Description

We are looking to add four GSE Technicians to our team. The successful candidates will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance on a variety of ground support equipment, including tugs, pushbacks, and belts. This role involves working on up to 600 pieces of equipment, with 90% of the work focused on preventative maintenance, such as oil changes and brake jobs. As our fleet ages, more work on breakdowns will be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic maintenance assignments involving automotive, electrical systems, and other related trade skills.

• Take direction and seek guidance and expertise from high-level mechanics, accepting training and mentoring.

• Read and interpret repair manuals, basic electrical and hydraulic schematics, and supervisor/manager instructions.

Essential Skills

• Automotive mechanic experience

• Heavy equipment experience

• Proficiency with hand tools

• Diesel engine knowledge

• Preventive maintenance experience

• Hydraulic experience

• Engine diagnostics and maintenance

• Troubleshooting skills

• Tire technician experience

• Clean driving record

• High school diploma or GED

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as a mechanic (diesel, auto, hydraulics)

• Experience with diagnostics, troubleshooting, engine, and brake changes

• Must provide own basic set of hand tools

• Flexible on schedule and shift

Why Work Here?

Join our team and work in a dynamic environment at Dulles airport on all ground support equipment. We provide uniforms and cover $85 a year for work boots as well as prescription work glasses. We offer hands-on training and a supportive environment where you can grow your skills and career.

Work Environment

This role is based in a typical shop environment located in the cargo area of the airport. A SIDA badge is required, and technicians will be driving on the tarmac. The typical shift is Tuesday to Saturday from 10 AM to 6:30 PM. Some overtime is required, particularly in the fall and winter, and technicians must be open to working holidays, although usually only a couple of volunteers are needed.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dulles, Virginia.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $32.00

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Dulles,VA.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 10, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.