Field Service Technician

GUINAULT is a world leading player in the aviation industry since 1949. GUINAULT designs and manufactures power, air conditioning units and air compressors for aircrafts and helicopters when parked on ground. Headquartered in Orléans, France, with a subsidiary in Hudson, FL the company contributes to the global energy transition, the company contributes to the global energy transition. Its premium equipment aims at switching off aircraft turbines (called APUs) between take-off and landing and subsequently reducing by up to 40% of the carbon footprint of an airport.

GUINAULT consistently innovates to optimize airport operations and increase the equipment’s efficiency for aeronautical activities. By providing power (electrical, pneumatic, air conditioning) on the ground, GUINAULT allows any aircraft stakeholder to reduce its CO2 emission by 800 to 2,000 tons (23,500 to 60,000 U.S gallons) per year. The company invests its research & development in value engineering, artificial intelligence and autonomous alternatives (electric, lithium batteries, hydrogen). The company exports 90% of its production to more than 145 countries.

GUINAULT remains a family-run company of 320 employees. The human-sized management guarantees short decision processes. The respect of each individual’s ambitions is a fundamental value of the management.

*APU = Auxiliary Power Unit, autonomous jet fuel turbine aiming at providing power, cooling, engine start to the aircraft.

We are a fast-growing international manufacturing company expanding our footprint into the United States.

About the role

We are seeking a skilled, customer-oriented and Field Technician with an engineering background in HVAC, mechanical systems, and/or electronics to join our growing team based in Hudson, Florida.

This role is focused on electromechanical systems, diagnostics, and field service support of standalone ground equipment. Technicians do not work on aircraft engines.

What You’ll Do

• Complete an intensive 4-month training program at our manufacturing facility in Orléans, France
• Install, test, and maintain complex mechanical and electronic systems
• Provide on-site technical support, diagnostics, and repairs
• Perform operational and technical trainings to GUINAULT end users on Ground Power Units (GPU), Air Starts Units (ASU), Air Conditioning Units (ACU)
• Sell trainings, spare parts during the site visits
• Maintain accurate documentation of work performed and systems serviced
• Travel extensively to customer sites (estimated 50–70% travel time)

What We’re Looking For

• Engineering degree or equivalent technical training in HVAC, mechanical, or electronic systems
• Prior hands-on field experience is a strong plus
• Strong analytical, diagnostic, and communication skills
• Customer-oriented mindset with a proactive approach to service
• Ability to work independently and make decisions with autonomy
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Valid passport and driver's license required
• Spanish and/or French is a plus
• Willing and able to spend 4 months in France for initial training

Why join us?

Discover the aeronautics sector within a well-established and innovative company. Joining GUINAULT is an opportunity to become part of a young dynamic team, passionate of aviation, sustainability, and innovation. You will develop your skills by working in a cooperative environment, with a dedicated team of experts.