Ground Support Equipment Mechanic

Job Title: Ground Support Equipment Mechanic

Job Description

We are seeking dedicated Diesel Mechanics to join our team and work on a fleet of De-Icing trucks, service vehicles, machinery, and equipment. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in hydraulics and be comfortable reading electrical schematics. This role requires the ability to troubleshoot equipment problems, identify issues with hydraulic systems, and efficiently disassemble and repair hydraulic pumps, motors, and related components.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance on de-icing trucks, service vehicles, and other machinery/equipment.

• Execute preventative maintenance programs on the fleet, service vehicles, and automobiles, including estimating initial repair costs and completing necessary documentation and reports such as purchase orders.

• Inspect, diagnose, overhaul, adjust, and repair gas and diesel-powered trucks, automobiles, and other power equipment.

• Conduct general overhaul, installation, repair, replacement, and adjustment of various vehicle components including bearings, ignitions, carburetors, transmissions, differentials, axles, steering mechanisms, drive shafts, fenders, radiators, and suspension systems.

• Maintain a variety of records, including vehicle identification, date, mileage, and nature of each inspection, maintenance, lubrication, and repairs performed.

• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Essential Skills

• Experience in diesel mechanics, hydraulics, and electrical systems.

• Proficiency with ground support equipment and de-icing trucks.

• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical, electronics, and hydraulic systems.

• Experience with blueprint reading and engine repairs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years of experience in repairing heavy-duty diesel trucks.

• Journeyman Heavy Equipment Technical, Automotive, or Agricultural certification.

• Experience with Freightliner, Mercedes, and/or Volvo equipment is an asset.

• Proficiency in office software, diagnostic tools, and other computer skills is an asset.

• Valid driver's license.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Restricted Access Identity Card (RAIC).

• Strong team player with the ability to work independently while following procedures and safety protocols.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic team that values safety and teamwork. Enjoy the opportunity to work with a variety of vehicles and machinery in an engaging and supportive environment.

Work Environment

Work is conducted in an aircraft hangar or outside, providing a unique and stimulating work environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Queens, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $62400.00 - $72800.00/yr.

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Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Queens,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 8, 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.