Lead Diesel Mechanic

PrimeFlight Aviation Services; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

PrimeFlight Aviation Services seeks a Lead GSE Technician to oversee maintenance and repair of ground support equipment at the Irvine location. You will mentor technicians, coordinate daily work assignments, and ensure all equipment meets safety regulations and manufacturer specifications.

You will lead diagnostics, manage inventory of parts, and collaborate with other departments to minimize downtime and maximize operational efficiency. Strong leadership and communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have 2+ years in GSE maintenance and repair with leadership experience.
• Strong mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic knowledge.
• Must be able to train and mentor staff in maintenance techniques.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the GSE maintenance team.
• Provide technical guidance to technicians in repair and maintenance.
• Ensure maintenance per industry standards and safety regulations.
• Plan and schedule routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs.
• Diagnose complex equipment malfunctions and oversee troubleshooting.
• Monitor performance and coach team members.
• Develop maintenance procedures to improve efficiency.
• Coordinate with other departments for equipment needs.
• Manage parts and supplies inventory.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records.
• Stay informed on GSE advancements and technologies.
• Participate in budget planning and cost control.
• Respond to emergency repairs to minimize downtime.
• Ensure environmental standards compliance.
• Lead safety meetings and training sessions.
• Demonstrate PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring technicians

Problem solving

Safety compliance

English communication

Tools

IPads/Tablets

Computers

Mobile devices

Job description

Full-Time Hours! Great Work Environment!

Lead GSE Technician

Compensation: $44-$45

SUN-THURS 7:00AM - 3:30PM

Must be flexible on shift and schedule

SUMMARY OVERVIEW

The Lead GSE Technician is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, repair,and servicing of both motorized and non-motorized ground support equipment usedin airport operations. This leadership role involves performing advanceddiagnostics and repairs, mentoring technicians, coordinating daily workassignments, and ensuring all equipment is maintained in accordance with safetyregulations and manufacturer specifications. The Lead GSE Technician plays a keyrole in maximizing equipment reliability, minimizing downtime, and ensuringoperational efficiency across airport support functions. Additionally, you areinvolved in training staff, managing inventory of parts and supplies, andcollaborating with other departments to ensure seamless support for airportoperations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee and coordinate daily operations of the ground support equipmentmaintenance team
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to technicians in equipment repairand maintenance
• Ensure all ground support equipment is maintained and repaired according toindustry standards and safety regulations
• Plan and schedule routine maintenance, inspections, and repairs of groundsupport equipment
• Diagnose complex equipment malfunctions and oversee troubleshootingprocedures
• Monitor the performance of team members and provide feedback and coaching
• Develop and implement maintenance procedures and best practices to enhanceoperational efficiency
• Coordinate with other departments for equipment needs and operational support
• Manage inventory of parts and supplies required for maintenance tasks
• Prepare and maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and equipmentperformance
• Stay informed about the latest advancements in ground support equipment andtechnologies
• Participate in budget planning and control costs related to equipmentmaintenance
• Respond to and manage emergency repair needs to minimize downtime
• Ensure compliance with environmental standards in maintenance activities
• Lead safety meetings and training sessions to promote a culture of safetywithin the team
• 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
• 2 years of proven experience in ground support equipment maintenance andrepair, with a track record in a leadership or supervisory role
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and leadership skills
• Ability to train and mentor staff in equipment maintenance and repairtechniques
• Must have a valid state-issued driver’s license with an acceptable drivingrecord
• Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• 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)
• Airlines 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.

Business Unit: GSE

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