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Senior Ground Support Equipment Diesel Technician PrimeFlight Aviation - USA San Jose, CA Job Details $45 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Heavy equipment electrical system troubleshooting Schematics Customer service Team leadership Diesel mechanics Electrical work English Driver's License Supervising experience Mentoring Aviation Leading team collaboration initiatives Airfield equipment maintenance Computer skills Electrical maintenance Vehicle systems Cross-functional communication Mobile devices
Full Job Description Senior Ground Support Equipment Diesel Technician Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30
PM Pay:
$45.00 per hour A day in this role You start the morning prioritizing the flight schedule and assigning work to technicians so aircraft turn on time. A tug reports a hydraulic issue—your advanced diagnostics pinpoint the fault, and you guide the repair while mentoring a junior tech through the troubleshooting steps. Midday, you review preventive maintenance plans, adjust parts orders to balance cost and uptime, and collaborate with operations to stage equipment where it's most needed. The afternoon brings a safety huddle, record updates, and a quick response to an unexpected GPU outage—resolved safely and swiftly to keep the ramp moving. Impact you'll make Lead day-to-day maintenance workflow for motorized and non-motorized GSE to maximize reliability and minimize downtime. Provide expert guidance, on-the-job coaching, and training for technicians; set quality and safety expectations. Execute and refine preventive maintenance programs, inspections, and corrective repairs aligned with OEM specs and regulations. Diagnose complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic failures; direct efficient troubleshooting and resolution. Track performance metrics, maintain detailed service records, and drive continuous improvement in procedures and best practices. Coordinate with cross-functional partners to meet equipment demand across airport operations. Manage parts, fluids, and consumables inventory; support budgeting and cost control. Respond to urgent repair calls to restore service safely and quickly. Champion environmental compliance and lead routine safety meetings and trainings. Model PrimeFlight's standards for customer service and safety. What you bring Minimum age 18. 2+ years maintaining and repairing ground support equipment with demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience. Deep hands-on knowledge of diesel powertrains, electrical systems, and hydraulics. Strong problem-solving, planning, and team-leadership skills; able to mentor effectively. Valid driver's license. Proficient English communication (read, write, speak). Comfort using tablets, computers, and mobile devices to access manuals, schematics, and work orders. Professional communication with colleagues and customers in person and electronically. Eligibility to obtain required airport and government clearances (FAA, RAIC, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs, U.S. Postal—as applicable). Flexibility to support a 24/7 airline environment, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Physical demands and environment Lift up to 70 lbs; long periods of standing and walking indoors/outdoors. Frequent reaching, grasping, pushing, pulling; crawling and crouching in tight spaces. Bending, stretching, squatting, kneeling; climbing and working at heights. Work around moderate to high noise, biohazards/chemicals, and outdoor weather. Hear spoken instructions and audible alarms; perform repetitive motions of arms, wrists, hands, and fingers.
Vision:
close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Skills you excel in Engine Performance & Drivability Diesel Engine Systems Brake & Suspension Systems Engine Repair Electrical / Electronic Systems Engine Performance Advanced Engine Performance Lift Truck Repair & Maintenance Diesel & Heavy Equipment Systems Hydraulic Systems & Components Electrical Systems & Diagnostics (Heavy Equipment) Compensation transparency The pay rate listed on this post is what the company reasonably expects to pay for this position. However, individual compensation may vary based on factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, education, and experience. Compliance Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment. Pass a background check and drug screen To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements. PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at PrimeFlight Aviation Service, Inc. without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state/province, and local laws. About communications By opting in to provide a mobile number, you may receive SMS updates about recruiting steps (like application status or interview scheduling). Message frequency varies; standard rates apply. Reply STOP to opt out or HELP for assistance. Your number will be handled per our Privacy Policy and not shared for marketing without consent.
