GSE Mechanic

Swissport International

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St Paul, Minnesota

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PERMANENT

Updated 09/03/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple - "To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience." We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe. Job Summary

Fleet Maintenance Mechanic services, maintains, and keeps in good order all Ground Service Equipment at this Swissport station. To keep Swissport Ramp and other Swissport service agency's with safe and reliable equipment that meets all local and governing laws.

The expected pay rate is $25.89/hr. Full-time employees are offered a range of health and wellness benefits as well as 401(k) with company match paid vacation time, sick time, and company paid holidays.

Your activities

Operate and drive all types of equipment - motorized and non motorized

Perform and show competence in preventive maintenance per established schedules on all ground support equipment

Respond to requests for on-call maintenance after hours on all ground support equipment if GSE Manager deems necessary

Provide trouble-shooting and diagnostic assessment of ground support equipment as required

Modify and overhaul power plant, drive-train, brake, electric and hydraulic systems

Prepare and paint ground support equipment to SP standards as required

Remove malfunctioning ground support equipment from service and ensure GSE is not returned to service until malfunction has been properly diagnosed and repaired

Respond to emergency service calls as well as accidents involving ground support equipment

Pick-up parts and material required for ground support equipment maintenance and repair

Own and demonstrate proper use of tools, diagnostic equipment, etc. required for equipment maintenance and repair

Complete all maintenance/repair documentation consistent with carrier, station, airport authority, municipal, state, federal and SP requirements

Comply with all federal, provincial, municipal, airport authority and carrier security requirements

Will retain a motor vehicle driver's license for both air side / non airside in good standing at all times

Follow all safety guidelines set out by WCB, EPA, WHIMIS, and SP management

Keep GSE shop and its equipment clean and serviceable at all times, report any and all deficiencies to management

Fuel equipment as necessary with full regard for all safety and environmental requirements.

Will liaison with Ramp management, customers and staff in a professional manner when needed

Your profile

Valid Minnesota drivers license

Have certification of completion in one of the following trades: Heavy duty/Commercial or Automotive mechanic license. Certification must be kept in good standing

Good oral and verbal communication skills

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

What we offer

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Visit our website at www.careers.swissport.com to learn more about Life at Swissport.

Join Swissport today and be part of a team that connects the world of aviation!

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