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Ground Support Equipment Technician

Synergy Flight Center is a rapidly growing full-service aviation company in Bloomington, Illinois with a brand-new

facility offering aircraft charter, aircraft rental, aircraft maintenance, aircraft management,

aircraft sales, flight instruction, and aircraft detailing.

Starts at $16-21 an hour based on experience.

We are looking for a reliable and self-motivated Ground Support Equipment Technician to join our team full-time.

Job Summary

The GSE Technician is responsible for performing preventative maintenance and repairs on ground support equipment and stationary equipment such as SFC fuel trucks, tugs, deicing equipment, stationary air conditioning units, air starts, ground power units, SFC crew cars, and other equipment in a safe, accurate and timely manner.

This is a multi-faceted position that requires excellent organizational, communication, problem-solving skills and to be a self-starter to ensure that Synergy can provide all services to our customers.

The GSE Technician will report to the Director of Operations. The GSE Technician may also cross train as a Parts Specialist and Ramp Operation Technician, aiding the Parts and Ramp Operation departments, as needed.

Skills

  • Detail oriented

  • Ability to adapt and work well in a team setting or with minimal supervision.

  • The ability to meet deadlines

  • The ability to communicate complex data in a clear way

  • Exceptional organization skills

  • The ability to prioritize projects

  • Exceptional customer services skills

  • Self-starter, does not wait for others to provide work, finds ways to keep busy or help

    others.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

Include but not limited to:

  • Diagnosis and repair of many varied types and makes of automotive, ramp, provisioning, and deicing equipment utilized at Synergy.

  • Performance of preventative maintenance on airline ground equipment.

  • Maintenance and repair of electrical and hydraulic systems.

  • Minor and major body repairs.

  • Manage the maintenance requirements and repair of all service equipment

  • May perform other duties as assigned to support the success and positive image

  • Synergy Flight Center. Responsibilities and duties may change when circumstances dictate (emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs, technical developments, etc).

 Qualifications and Job Requirements

  • Must possess a valid Driver’s License for operating ground support equipment

  • High School Diploma (essential requirement)

  • Must be able to obtain a SIDA badge and meet all local airport requirements.

  • Ability to lift and move items up to 75 pounds on a regular basis

  • Intermittent physical activity including bending, reaching, lifting, climbing stairs and prolonged periods of standing in addition to walking long distances

  • Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, middays, nights, overnights, weekends, and holidays

  • Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors for an extended amount of time during cold/wet or hot conditions

  • Participate in initial and random drug and alcohol screenings in accordance with state and Federal guidelines

Pay & Benefits

  • Starts at $16-21 an hour based on experience.

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Healthcare Benefits

  • Retirement 401K plan with company match

  • Healthcare Spending Account (HSA)

  • Paid Time Off

  • Competitive Pay based on experience

Interested candidates can email resumes to jobs@synergyfbo.com.

For more information, please call 309-828-4448.