GSE Mechanic
CornerStone Professional Placement has partnered with a MAJOR name in aviation ground support to keep a mixed fleet of airport ground equipment mission-ready in a mountain environment. Expect fast turns and weather-driven priorities in winter (de-icing units, loaders, tugs) and steady preventive maintenance in the off-season. You’ll troubleshoot in the field, make sound repair calls, and keep operations moving safely.
Job Title: Ground Support Equipment Mechanic (Aviation)
Schedule: Full-time; seasonal peaks may require extended hours (paid) and occasional on-call rotation
Pay Range: $45/hr. - $65/hr. BOE
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Location: 100% Onsite - Covering 3 airports across Eagle, Gunnison, Montrose, Colorado. Must be a good independent worker, self-starter, and time manager to ensure adequate, prioritized coverage.
Duration: Direct hire! Be a permanent employee from day one with no temp period.
Responsibilities:
- Diagnose and repair diesel/gas engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems on belt loaders, tugs, de-icing units, passenger vans, and baggage carts.
- Perform preventive maintenance (inspections, PM services, fluid/filter changes) and reliability projects during off-peak months.
- Read diagrams/schematics; use diagnostic and testing instruments to pinpoint faults quickly.
- Replace and adjust components; light fabrication or part modification as needed to return equipment to service.
- Document work orders, parts usage, and labor accurately and on time.
- Maintain safe, organized work areas; follow PPE, LOTO, and site safety procedures.
- Respond to equipment issues on the ramp during active operations and winter weather events.
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of hands-on mechanic experience; diesel background strongly preferred.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Personal tool set suitable for heavy/light vehicle and equipment maintenance.
- Working knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
- ASE certification preferred.
- Experience with de-icing systems or airport/industrial fleets.