GSE Lead Mechanic

Menzies Aviation; Windsor Locks (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in aviation services is seeking a GSE Mechanic to oversee ground support equipment operations at Bradley International Airport. This role involves both leadership and hands-on mechanical work, requiring substantial experience and specialized training to ensure safety and efficiency in airport operations.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience in automotive/mechanical work required.
• Must possess mechanical tools and toolbox.
• Requires a Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Lead activities of GSE mechanics.
• Perform mechanical work as needed.
• Conduct advanced troubleshooting and safety inspections.

Skills

Detail Oriented

Team Player

Innovative

Education

Vocational/ Specialized Training

Certification from a recognized program

Job description

Hartford, CT | BDL
Schoephoester Rd
Windsor Locks, Town of, CT 06096, USA

Hartford, CT | BDL
Schoephoester Rd
Windsor Locks, Town of, CT 06096, USA

Responsible for leading and directing the activities of other GSE mechanics. Also does the work of a mechanic as required.

• Location: Bradley International Airport (BDL)
• Schedule: Operations runs 24/7 schedulesare based on seniority and availability
• Required:Must possess mechanical tools and toolbox

MECHANICAL DUTIES

• All duties listed under GSE 1,2 and 3.
• Leadership Training
• Advanced trouble shooting.
• The ability to operate diagnostic equipment.
• The ability to read schematics (electrical, air, hydraulic).
• Verify that vehicles and equipment can pass appropriate safety inspections.
• Maintain repair and service all aspects of all vehicles and equipment.
• Determines the need and extent of repair work required on vehicles and equipment based on
  operator’s reports and testing equipment.
• Assist in instructing Mechanic 2 on work procedures applicable to their respective level.
  Inspects and approves work of Mechanic 2.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
• Completes required documentation and performs data entry.
• Lead GSE team in all aspects of GSE business group.

EQUIPMENT TYPES

• All equipment types listed under GSE 1 and 2
• Ground power unit
• AC/Heat cart
• Hydrant cart (narrow and wide body)
• Refuel tanker (all size and fuel types)
• Cater truck
• Hi lift truck
• Towbarless push back
• Transport trailer (fuel and cargo)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Vocational/ Specialized Training.
• Certification from a recognized program, preferred.
• 5 years experience in automotive/ mechanical work.
• Requires a Valid Driver’s License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit;
use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb
or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift
and/or move up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather
conditions.

The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and in high,
precarious places and is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical
shock, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The
noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

EEO Statement

Menzies is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions exclusively on the basis of merit. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression or identity, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. All such discrimination is unlawful and all individuals employed by Menzies Aviation are prohibited from engaging in this type of conduct. The Company further will make all employment decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, promotion, retention, compensation, training, discipline and termination of employment decisions without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Required

Detail Oriented

Detail Oriented

: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Team Player

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Innovative

: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

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Motivations

Required

Ability to Make an Impact

Ability to Make an Impact

: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Goal Completion

Goal Completion

: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Growth Opportunities

: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Self-Starter

: Inspired to perform without outside help

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Education

Experience

Required

1 year:

1 year:

Leadership abilities

Licenses & Certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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