Diesel Mechanic Supervisor

PrimeFlight Aviation Services; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

PrimeFlight Aviation Services in Romulus, Michigan, seeks a GSE Mechanic Supervisor to oversee daily operations and maintenance of ground support equipment. You will manage a team of technicians, coordinate schedules, ensure equipment is safe and compliant, and support airport operations.

This role requires at least 2 years of supervising experience in aviation, strong mechanical knowledge, leadership, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Must have a valid state-issued driver’s license with an acceptable drivingrecord.
• Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking).
• 2 years of experience in supervising teams in an operational or maintenanceenvironment, preferably in aviation.
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and maintenance procedures.
• Excellent leadership, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to access and interpret information in print and electronically,including the use of electronic devices including IPads/Tablets, Computers,and Mobile Devices
• Pass a background check and drug screen
• Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, TSA, PortAuthority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable)
• Airports are 24/7, so we need our team members to be flexible to work variousshifts including nights, weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the ground support equipment department.
• Lead and manage a team of ground support staff and technicians.
• Coordinate and schedule maintenance and repair activities for ground supportequipment.
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations and company policies among teammembers.
• Conduct regular inspections of equipment to maintain operational standardsand safety.
• Train new staff in operational procedures and safety protocols.
• Monitor the performance of team members and provide feedback and coaching.
• Manage inventory of parts and supplies, ensuring availability for maintenancetasks.
• Collaborate with other airport departments to ensure coordinated supportservices.
• Respond to operational issues and emergencies, implementing effectivesolutions.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, employee performance,and inventory levels.
• Participate in budgeting and cost-control activities for the department.
• Communicate effectively with team members, management, and externalstakeholders.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and innovations in ground supportoperations.
• Foster a team-oriented environment that emphasizes quality service andcontinuous improvement.
• Exemplify PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards.
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by management

Skills

Supervisory experience

Mechanical systems knowledge

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Electronic devices (tablets)

Tools

IPads/Tablets

Computers

Mobile devices

Job description

GSE Mechanic Supervisor

2:00pm - 10:30pm

$80,000 - $89,000/Salary

SUMMARY OVERVIEW

The GSE Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the daily operations andmaintenance of ground support equipment. This role involves managing a team oftechnicians and staff, ensuring that all equipment is operational, safe, andmeets regulatory standards. You will coordinate equipment maintenance schedules,respond to operational needs, and assist in training and development of staff.You will also ensure compliance with safety protocols, manage inventory, andcollaborate with other departments to support efficient airport operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supervise the daily operations of the ground support and equipment department
• Lead and manage a team of ground support staff and technicians
• Coordinate and schedule maintenance and repair activities for ground supportequipment
• Ensure adherence to safety regulations and company policies among teammembers
• Conduct regular inspections of equipment to maintain operational standardsand safety
• Train new staff in operational procedures and safety protocols
• Monitor the performance of team members and provide feedback and coaching
• Manage inventory of parts and supplies, ensuring availability for maintenancetasks
• Collaborate with other airport departments to ensure coordinated supportservices
• Respond to operational issues and emergencies, implementing effectivesolutions
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, employee performance,and inventory levels
• Participate in budgeting and cost-control activities for the department
• Communicate effectively with team members, management, and externalstakeholders
• Stay updated on industry best practices and innovations in ground supportoperations
• Foster a team-oriented environment that emphasizes quality service andcontinuous improvement
• Exemplify PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS

• 18 years of age or older
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Must have a valid state-issued driver’s license with an acceptable drivingrecord
• Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• 2 years of experience in supervising teams in an operational or maintenanceenvironment, preferably in aviation
• Strong understanding of mechanical systems and maintenance procedures
• Excellent leadership, organization, and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to access and interpret information in print and electronically,including the use of electronic devices including IPads/Tablets, Computers,and Mobile Devices
• Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, both in-person andthrough electronic means
• Pass a background check and drug screen
• Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, TSA, PortAuthority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable)
• Airports are 24/7, so we need our team members to be flexible to work variousshifts including nights, weekends and holidays

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform eachessential requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed above arerepresentative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability.Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities toperform the essential requirements.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/WORKING CONDITIONS MAY INCLUDE:

• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds
• Prolonged standing and walking in an indoor/outdoor environment as applicable
• Must be able to reach with arms and grasp with hands
• Must be able to push, pull
• Must be able to crawl and crouch, at times, in confined tight spaces
• Must be able to bend, stretch, squat, kneel
• Must be able to climb and work at elevated heights
• Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels
• Exposure to Biohazards and/or Chemicals
• Exposure to outdoor elements
• Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms
• Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, hands and/orfingers
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include: Close vision (clearvision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet ormore); peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up anddown or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depthperception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatialrelationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bringan object into sharp focus)

The pay rate listed on this post is what the company reasonably expects to payfor this position. However, individual compensation may vary based on factorsincluding qualifications, skills, competencies, education, and experience.

PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is proud to be an equal-opportunityemployer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated forpositions at PrimeFlight Aviation Service, Inc. without regard to race,ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexualorientation, national origin, ancestry, uniform service member and veteranstatus, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, geneticinformation, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with allapplicable federal, state/province, and local laws.

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