GSE Operations Lead — Maintenance, Safety & Team

Trego-Dugan Aviation Inc; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Trego-Dugan Aviation Inc. seeks a GSE Operations Manager at Reno/ RNO to lead maintenance, repair, and readiness of ground support equipment. You will manage a team of GSE technicians and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while remaining hands-on.

The role combines technical leadership with cross-functional ramp support, requiring flexible scheduling, travel up to 35%, and a focus on minimizing downtime and maximizing equipment readiness.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated mechanical experience in automotive, diesel, heavy equipment, or a comparable technical field.
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems on ground support equipment or similar machinery.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must provide own hand tools.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays; available for on-call and emergency call-in.
• Willingness to travel up to 35% of the time for multi-station support and training.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Must successfully pass a 10-year background check and pre-employment drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and personally perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs on all ground support equipment including tugs, belt loaders, air start units, ground power units, HVAC units, lavatory carts, water carts, and cargo loaders.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and systems issues using test equipment and applicable technical manuals; conduct repairs with a focus on maximum reliability and minimum downtime.
• Perform thorough maintenance on machinery, engines, transmissions, and related systems; replenish fluids, replace components, and apply lubricants as required.
• Build and assemble mechanical components according to manufacturer specifications and operational requirements.
• Track and document all preventive maintenance activities and repair history for each piece of equipment.
• Maintain accurate GSE paperwork, work logs, and maintenance records in compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Mentor, supervise, and develop GSE technicians at Levels I through III; set performance expectations, provide hands-on coaching, and conduct evaluations.
• Ensure the team has the tools, training, and resources needed to perform their work safely and effectively.
• Provide guidance and consultation to ramp agents and operational staff on correct equipment operation, care, and preventive practices.
• Support ramp operations by filling in and training agents as needed - this is a cross-utilized role.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Diagnose/repair electrical/hydraulic

GSE maintenance

Team leadership

Safety compliance

On-call/weekend availability

Travel up to 35%

Valid driver's license

Mentoring technicians

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Fleet management software

Test equipment

Job description

Trego-Dugan Aviation Inc. seeks a GSE Operations Manager at Reno/ RNO to lead maintenance, repair, and readiness of ground support equipment. You will manage a team of GSE technicians and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while remaining hands-on.

The role combines technical leadership with cross-functional ramp support, requiring flexible scheduling, travel up to 35%, and a focus on minimizing downtime and maximizing equipment readiness.