GSE Mechanic

Position Summary:
The GSE Mechanic is responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing Ground Support Equipment (GSE) to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operations throughout the facility. This position requires a strong working knowledge of diesel, gasoline, and electric-powered equipment, as well as hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems.

Essential Functions:

• Perform the primary responsibilities of the position accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain timely and accurate records, documentation, and system entries.
• Communicate effectively with internal departments, customers, vendors, and/or other external parties as applicable.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, safety requirements, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Meet established deadlines, productivity expectations, and quality standards.
• Safeguard confidential company, employee, customer, and business information.
• Use required computer systems, software, and equipment necessary to perform the position.
• Perform duties in a professional manner consistent with Avex's values and expectations.
  
  Job Duties and Responsibilities:
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, maintain, and repair ground support equipment powered by diesel, gasoline, and electric systems.
• Identify and resolve hydraulic leaks, electrical faults, pressure irregularities, and mechanical failures.
• Read, interpret, and apply equipment service manuals, wiring diagrams, and technical schematics to perform accurate diagnostics and repairs.
• Perform advanced functional testing to verify equipment performance, operational safety, and repair effectiveness.
• Repair, rebuild, or replace major components, including engines, transmissions, pumps, valves, cylinders, brake systems, injectors, filters, belts, and tires.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and restore hydraulic and pneumatic systems, including hoses, fittings, regulators, and pressure-related components.
• Conduct equipment inspections and preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and extend equipment service life.
• Safely operate GSE during post-maintenance functional checks to verify proper operation before returning equipment to service.
• Support ramp and hangar operations by maintaining equipment readiness, reliability, and availability.
• Identify potential equipment safety concerns and communicate repair needs, deficiencies, or recurring issues to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, document completed repairs, and report equipment status in accordance with company procedures.
• Follow established safety procedures, equipment manufacturer guidelines, and applicable workplace requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

 Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be able to pass background checks, drug screens, and meet airport/MRO security requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and experience diagnosing and repairing powered equipment.
• Strong understanding of diesel, gasoline, and electric power systems.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic, pneumatic, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, wiring diagrams, and equipment schematics.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting equipment failures and identifying root causes.
• Ability to perform component-level repairs and post-maintenance functional testing.
• Commitment to safe work practices, equipment reliability, and quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with maintenance and operations teams.
• Ability to prioritize repairs based on equipment condition and operational needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience maintaining ground support equipment, heavy equipment, industrial machinery, commercial vehicles, or similar powered equipment.
• Experience working in an aviation, MRO, airport, or industrial maintenance environment.
• Technical training, vocational education, or certifications in diesel technology, automotive technology, heavy equipment maintenance, or a related field.
• Experience with preventive maintenance programs and maintenance documentation.
• Conversational Spanish.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit, stand, and/or walk for extended periods as required.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and electronically.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb stairs and access designated work areas as needed.
• Ability to navigate office, hangar, shop, warehouse, and other operational environments while following required safety procedures.
• Ability to wear required PPE when accessing designated operational areas

Work Environment:

• Work is performed in hangars, maintenance bays, and ramp areas around active aircraft.
• Exposure to noise, chemicals, cleaners, and weather conditions.
• Shift work may include nights, weekends, and holidays depending on operational needs.

The aviation industry takes flight in New Iberia.
AVEX MRO Louisiana, which has long specialized in the painting of commercial aircraft, will add aircraft maintenance and conversion services with an expansion at its Iberia Parish facility.