Ground Support Equipment Mechanic

Lynden Air Cargo is a US part 121 all-cargo airline based in Anchorage, Alaska. We conduct operations within Alaska as around the world, utilizing our fleet of L382 Hercules aircraft. Our structure provides you with the family environment of a smaller company, and the competitiveness, expectations and rewards of a large, global organization.

Lynden Air Cargo is seeking a skilled and dependable Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Mechanic to join our maintenance team. In this hands-on role, youll inspect, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain the equipment that supports our aircraft operations, ensuring it remains safe, reliable, and mission-ready. From de-ice trucks and power carts to pushback tugs and service vehicles, youll play a key role in keeping our operations running smoothly across Alaska and around the world. If you take pride in solving mechanical challenges and supporting a global aviation operation, we encourage you to apply.

Why you want to work for Lynden Air Cargo:

• Career development: annual wage reviews with advancement through internal promotions.
• Medical insurance: 2 medical plans to choose from as low as $0/month.
• Dental & vision: low employee payroll deduction.
• Health insurance for your family: cover your entire family with medical, dental and vision for $222/month.
• Healthcare savings account: Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Retirement savings: 401(k) with 50% of the first 6% contributed matched + additional annual retirement contribution.
• Employee assistance program: no cost to you
• Life insurance, long term disability and AD&D: no cost to you
• Vacation: Vacation accrual increases with years of service
• Tuition reimbursement program: up to $3500 per year after one year of service

The essential duties of this position are:

• Perform maintenance, repairs, and inspections on ground support equipment in compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and manufacturer standards.

• Complete and maintain accurate records of all maintenance, inspections, repairs, and related activities.

• Work independently with minimal supervision while taking responsibility for the quality and safety of completed work.

• Identify, report, and address equipment discrepancies or abnormal conditions, including implementing lockout/tagout procedures when necessary.

• Manage and support the preventive maintenance program, required inspections, and operational readiness of GSE assets.

• Coordinate GSE inventory, purchasing, budgeting, and future equipment needs, and provide fleet support through travel as required.

Skills, abilities, education and experience needed to be eligible for this position are:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and minimum five years maintenance experience, two of which can be applicable college/technical training.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply technical information from maintenance manuals, wiring schematics, structural repair manuals, and written, verbal, or diagram-based instructions; prepare routine reports and correspondence and communicate effectively with employees, customers, and stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem-solving skills, including the application of algebra and geometry concepts
• Ability to use sound judgment in a highly regulated environment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing operational needs.
• Experience maintaining aviation ground support equipment, including de-ice trucks, air-start carts, power carts, pushback tugs, and similar equipment.
• Experience working on medium- and light-duty trucks, small engines, and related mechanical systems.
• Fabrication and welding experience preferred.
• Strong manual dexterity, mechanical aptitude, and attention to detail required.

Certifications and licenses applicable to this position are:

• Current US Driver License
• Current Passport preferred
• ASE Certifications preferred

Additional considerations:

• Must provide and maintain the hand tools necessary to perform assigned duties.
• Must be flexible to work days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, including extended periods away from home.
• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally without restrictions, including access to foreign military bases as required.
• Post-conditional offer of employment drug test and background investigation is required.
• Applicants must be able to hold Secure Identification Display Access badge and submit to RapBack verification.

Random drug testing is required of all Lynden Air Cargo employees.

Lynden Air Cargo, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or national origin. Veterans and Minorities are encouraged to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Priority referrals for protected veterans.