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Entry Level Ground Support Equipment Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Equipment Mechanic Needed

Peoria, IL · On-site

$24 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

Ground Support EquipmentGSE is the support equipment for the operations of aircraft on the ground. Equipment functions include ground power operations, aircraft mobility, and loading operations (for ...

Mechanic- Ground Equipment Technician

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$23 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Now Hiring Mechanics - Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Maintenance, Repairs, and Refurbishment FSM Group has several openings for both skilled and semi-skilled mechanically-minded individuals for our ...

Mechanic- Ground Equipment Technician

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$23.50 - $30.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Now Hiring Mechanics - Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Maintenance, Repairs, and Refurbishment FSM Group has several openings for both skilled and semi-skilled mechanically-minded individuals for our ...

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What is the difference between Entry Level Ground Support Equipment vs Entry Level Aircraft Maintenance Technician?

AspectEntry Level Ground Support EquipmentEntry Level Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Required CertificationsNone or basic safety trainingFAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) license or equivalent
Work EnvironmentAirports, ground support areas, outdoor and indoor settingsAircraft hangars, maintenance facilities, airports
Industry UsageGround support operations, equipment maintenanceAircraft repair, inspection, and maintenance
Common Search IntentJobs involving ground support equipment operation and maintenanceJobs related to aircraft maintenance and repair

While both roles are essential in the aviation industry, Entry Level Ground Support Equipment focuses on operating and maintaining ground support machinery, often requiring minimal certifications. In contrast, Entry Level Aircraft Maintenance Technicians perform inspections and repairs on aircraft, typically needing FAA certifications. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right entry point in aviation support roles.

What does an entry level ground support equipment technician do?

An entry level ground support equipment technician inspects, maintains, and repairs ground support equipment such as tugs, power units, and baggage carts used at airports. They perform routine checks, troubleshoot issues, and ensure equipment operates safely and efficiently, often working with tools and following safety protocols. Basic technical skills and knowledge of equipment operation are typically required for this role.
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Infographic showing various Entry Level Ground Support Equipment job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution.

Ground Support Equipment Mechanic (Multi-Purpose Mechanic)

ITC Defense

El Paso, TX • On-site

$19.25 - $25/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago


Job description

Location: El Paso, TX
Position: Ground Support Equipment Mechanic (Multi-Purpose Mechanic)
Overview: ITC Defense is seeking a Ground Support Equipment Mechanic (Multi-Purpose Mechanic) to provide field-level and sustainment maintenance support for tactical vehicles, power generation equipment, and associated systems in support of U.S. Army air and missile defense operations. This position plays a critical role in maintaining equipment readiness, supporting operational requirements, and ensuring mission success in both garrison and deployed environments. The ideal candidate is a hands-on maintenance professional with experience troubleshooting and repairing a wide range of mechanical and electrical systems and the flexibility to support worldwide operations.
Responsibilities:
  • Performs Field/Sustainment maintenance on tactical utility, precise/tactical power generation sets, internal combustion engines, and associated items of equipment
  • Repairs/overhauls starters, alternators, generators, fuel injectors, voltage regulators, switches, control circuits, etc.
  • Maintains (inspects, repairs, tests and adjusts) gasoline engine systems, bottle cleaning/charging stations, air conditioner electrical systems, air conditioner vapor systems, refrigeration unit electrical systems
  • Provides technical guidance to the Soldiers in the accomplishment of their duties
  • Maintains wheeled vehicles, their associated trailers and MHE systems to include; use of applicable references, inspecting, servicing, maintaining, repairing, replacement, adjusting and testing of wheeled vehicles and MHE systems; Subsystems and components such as power plant/packs, compression ignition engines and engine fuel systems, air induction and exhaust systems and cooling systems; vehicle chassis and powertrain components including, frame cross members, clutches assemblies, transmissions, transfers, final drives, propeller shaft assemblies, brake systems, steering systems, suspensions systems, fifth wheel assemblies, and hydraulic systems
  • Conducts in-process inspection/troubleshooting procedures on hydraulic system and fuel system components
  • Maintains (inspects, repairs, tests and adjusts) gasoline engine systems, air conditioner electrical systems, air conditioner vapor systems, refrigeration unit electrical systems, portable heater fuel/electrical systems
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Supports extended hours and an extended work week as required in conjunction with system readiness, training events, and test events, as required
  • Supports scheduled and expeditionary deployments and rotations with a minimum of 120 hours' notice. Will deploy as Contractors Authorized to Accompany the Force IAW DoDI 3020.41 and AR 715-9. These deployments and rotations may include transportation via Military Air, Military Charter, CONUS Replacement Center, or Commercial means. Living conditions may be limited to military or commercial tents, cots or bunk beds, and potentially inconsistent power/heating/air-conditioning. Will be required to work shifts to support 24/7 operations as required by the unit's mission. Rations will either be provided by U.S. of Host Nation personnel or employee may be otherwise compensated.
  • Other duties, as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Active Secret Clearance
  • Has 4 or more years of relevant experience.
  • Must demonstrate compliance with Army Regulations for Deployment to all Areas of Responsibility prior to start - to include the standards outlined in USCENTCOM Individual Protection and Individual Unit Deployment Policy, MOD-18
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Commercial Driver's License
  • Valid Passport
  • Willing to travel or deploy as called to any location with little to no prior notice
  • Knowledge of basic automotive principles
  • Knowledge of air conditioning repair and maintenance principles
  • Knowledge of power generation repair and maintenance principles
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Current Commercial Driver's License
  • Previous deployment experience
  • Previous experience with THAAD or similar air defense system
  • PMCS experience
  • Experience driving forklift
  • Mastery of power generation repair and maintenance
  • Mastery of Air Conditioning repair and maintenance

We are an organization of many diverse business opportunities, but each and every one of them centers around our people. ITC Defense Corp. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or protected veteran status. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. Employment with ITC is at-will. ITC Defense welcomes resume submissions directly from individual job seekers. Unsolicited resumes from employment agencies will not be honored.
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ACCESSIBILITY- Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and that, if requested, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation for purposes of participating in the application/selection process with ITC. Please refer to our website www.itcdefense.com/careers for further information on all our EEO/VEVRAA policies.
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