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Alliance Ground International

Full-service aviation provider and cargo handler

GSE Mechanic

Full-TimeDeadline 11/18/26
$26 - $28/hr
Junior
Newark, NJ, USA
In Person
General Maintenance & RepairEquipment Maintenance

About the job

Requirements
  • Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience as a GSE/Diesel Mechanic, preferably in the aviation industry.
  • Technical certifications or licenses are preferred.
  • Commitment to safety and compliance with all relevant regulations.
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills.
  • Valid motor vehicle driver's license for both airside and non-airside operations; the employer will help obtain an airside license.
  • Dedication to maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
  • Adherence to AGI's core values of safety, excellence, and customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
  • Perform repairs and maintenance, including preventive maintenance, on all ground service handling equipment.
  • Set up, install, modify, and renovate equipment as directed.
  • Maintain comprehensive inventory records of machinery, equipment repairs, and service-cycle activities.
  • Operate and drive various motorized and non-motorized equipment.
  • Execute and demonstrate competence in preventive maintenance according to established schedules.
  • Respond to on-call maintenance requests, including after-hours service calls, as directed by the GSE Manager.
  • Provide troubleshooting and diagnostic assessments of ground support equipment as required.
  • Modify and overhaul power plant, drivetrain, brake, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
  • Follow safety guidelines, respond to accidents involving ground support equipment, and adhere to security requirements.
  • Pick up required parts and materials for maintenance and repair of ground support equipment.
  • Own and properly use the tools and diagnostic equipment needed for equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Complete maintenance and repair documentation in compliance with relevant regulations and AGI guidelines.
  • Keep the GSE shop and its equipment clean and serviceable, and report deficiencies to management.
  • Fuel equipment as necessary while adhering to safety and environmental requirements.
  • Liaise professionally with Ramp management, customers, and staff when required.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Hands-on experience as a GSE/Diesel Mechanic in the aviation industry.
  • Technical certifications or licenses.

About the company

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Alliance Ground International

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Alliance Ground International provides aviation ground handling, expanding from cargo and mail handling to a full-service provider across the U.S. and Canada. It coordinates airport logistics such as loading and unloading freighter aircraft, freight handling, security, and terminal services for cargo and passengers via a network of on-site teams. The company differentiates itself by growing through acquisitions that broaden its airport footprint and add passenger and terminal handling under one umbrella. Its goal is to extend its network internationally, pursuing expansion in Europe and Latin America while continuing growth in North America, with private equity backing.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Miami, Florida

Founded

1987

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What believers are saying

  • AGI announced JetStream Ground Services acquisition on January 14, 2026, adding warehouse capacity.
  • Lone Star said it will fund AGI expansion across existing and new markets.
  • AGI’s 2026 hiring remained active, with 213 postings and workforce above 12,000.

What critics are saying

  • EEOC sued AGI in April 2026 over sexual harassment and retaliation at O'Hare.
  • AGI settled a disability discrimination case for $70,000 on April 21, 2025.
  • Private-equity ownership creates integration pressure after JetStream and Lone Star changes in 2026.

What makes Alliance Ground International unique

  • AGI serves 60-plus airports with cargo, ground, mail, security, and hospitality services.
  • Lone Star completed AGI’s acquisition on March 26, 2026, signaling sponsor confidence.
  • JetStream acquisition on January 14, 2026 expanded AGI Cargo into Charlotte, Providence, and Palm Beach.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Paid Vacation
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Employee Assistance Program

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

41%

1 year growth

41%

2 year growth

42%
Business Wire
Jan 23rd, 2026
Lone Star Acquires Alliance Ground International

Lone Star Funds (“Lone Star”) today announced that an affiliate of Lone Star Fund XII, L.P. has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Alliance Groun...