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Ground Support Equipment Mechanic

Lemoore, CA · On-site

$36.79/hr

Ground Support Equipment Mechanic Location: FRCASE SERF NAS Lemoore, CA Task Description: GROUND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT MECHANICS, BLS N/A, SCA 23380 Function: Diagnoses malfunctions and repairs Ground ...

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As of Jun 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for ground support equipment in the United States is $26.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $28.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Ground Support Equipment (GSE) professional, you generally need mechanical aptitude, familiarity with electrical and hydraulic systems, and a high school diploma or relevant technical certification. Proficiency in operating, repairing, and maintaining specialized airport ground support machinery, as well as knowledge of safety protocols and diagnostic software, is often required. Attention to detail, effective communication, and strong problem-solving skills are valuable soft skills in this role. These qualities are essential for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of ground equipment, supporting smooth airport and airline operations.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Ground Support Equipment technician?

Ground Support Equipment technicians are responsible for inspecting, maintaining, and repairing a variety of machinery such as aircraft tugs, baggage carts, power units, and de-icing vehicles. A typical day involves troubleshooting issues, performing scheduled preventative maintenance, and ensuring all equipment complies with safety and operational standards. GSE technicians often work closely with airport operations teams and collaborate with other maintenance professionals to keep airport activities running smoothly. This hands-on role usually requires shift work, including nights and weekends, due to the nonstop nature of airport operations.

What is a Ground Support Equipment job?

A Ground Support Equipment (GSE) job involves maintaining, repairing, and operating the equipment used to support aircraft operations on the ground. This includes tasks such as servicing ground vehicles, aircraft tugs, power units, and hydraulic systems. GSE technicians ensure that all equipment functions properly to support safe and efficient airport or military aviation operations. The role may require troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues, conducting inspections, and performing routine maintenance. It is a crucial position for keeping aviation operations running smoothly.

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Ground Support Equipment Mechanic

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Lemoore, CA • On-site

$36.79/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

PENDING CONTRACT AWARD

Job Title: Ground Support Equipment Mechanic

Location: FRCASE SERF NAS Lemoore, CA

Task Description:

GROUND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT MECHANICS, BLS N/A, SCA 23380

Function: Diagnoses malfunctions and repairs Ground Support Equipment (GSE), advises and trains lower grade workers on diagnosis and repair of less complex repair/maintenance problems, inspects and approves completed maintenance actions, solves repair problems by studying drawings, wiring diagrams and schematics, and technical publications; uses automated maintenance data systems to monitor maintenance trends, analyze equipment requirements, maintain equipment records, and document maintenance actions, and analyzes, diagnosis, and repairs GSE using conventional and digital multi-meters, voltmeters, ohmmeters, frequency counters, oscilloscopes, circuit card testers, transistor testers, and hand tools. This mechanicmaintains external fuel and grounding systems, performs scheduled and unscheduledmaintenance on GSE, inspects, tests, and operates GSE to determine equipment serviceability and proper operation, services equipment with fuel, oil, water, coolant, hydraulic fluid, refrigerant, and compressed air, diagnoses mechanical and electronic circuitry malfunctions using visual and auditory senses, test equipment, and technical publications. This work also does the following: disassembles and assembles malfunctioning GSE accessories and components, removes, disassembles repairs, cleans, treats for corrosion, assembles, and reinstalls GSE components and accessories, stencils and marks GSE in accordance with technical publications, stores, handles, labels, uses, and disposes of hazardous materials and waste in accordance with all state, local, and federal environmental standards and regulations. This mechanic preparesGSE for storage and mobility deployment; and operates, cleans, inspects, and services GSE towing vehicles. In addition to maintaining vehicle records, this mechanic maintains, and updates paper and electronic equipment records, provides dispatch service for GSE, including positioning equipment to 77 support aircraft maintenance and flying operations, practices good housekeeping, tool control, Foreign Object Damage prevention, and safety at all times.

Required experience: At a minimum four (4) years of experience in inspection maintenance,repair and modification of powered ground support equipment.

Required education: High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Compensation

$36.79/hour

Other Compensation

Employees will receive a health and welfare fringe benefit of $7.50 for every hour paid up to 80 hours per pay period.

Benefits

Employees are offered medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in KAI's 401k plan. Employees accrue bi-weekly from the first week of service 5.54 hours of PTO. KAI employees at SERF NAS Lemoore, CA will have 12 paid holidays.

Employment is contingent on (a) your ability to provide appropriate proof of your identity and eligibility to work in the United States; (b) your references and any background check being satisfactory to the Company; (c) you successfully passing a pre-employment drug test; and (d) your ability to get a required clearance by your effective start date, if needed; and (e) KAI commencing performance on this contract.

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