Maintenance Supervisor

Alvest Equipment Services (AES); North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Alvest Equipment Services (AES) is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor for Boeing Dreamlifter Operations in South Carolina. The role combines supervision with hands-on mechanical work, leading technicians across two shifts to keep Dreamlifter GSE ready and compliant with safety and quality standards.

You will manage schedules, document parts and labor in the ERP system, report to the Operations Manager, and maintain strong coordination with Boeing representatives to ensure operational readiness.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of related experience, preferably in aviation or aerospace ground operations.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills for GSE.
• Experience leading shifts and teams in a shop environment.
• Familiarity with 5S organizational practices and ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise technicians across two shifts, ensuring safety, quality and efficiency.
• Perform hands-on mechanical work, diagnostics, repairs and preventative maintenance on GSE.
• Manage daily work schedules based on Dreamlifter operations and equipment availability.
• Ensure area cleanliness, tool accountability and 5S compliance across shifts.
• Train technicians and support workforce development for Dreamlifter GSE.
• Maintain ERP records for parts, labor, and equipment status; report to stakeholders.
• Communicate updates to Boeing personnel and customers; document progress and scope changes.
• Review and close work orders, tracking labor hours, parts and costs.
• Maintain data accuracy in EAM and report performance indicators for continuous improvement.
• Lead maintenance projects and facility organization initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical troubleshooting

Communication

5S

Education

High School diploma

Tools

ERP systems (EAM/Infor/EBIS/AssetWorks)

Job description

The Maintenance Supervisor for Boeing Dreamlifter Operations at AES plays a critical working role in the day-to-day maintenance of specialized Airport Ground Support Equipment (GSE). This position is both supervisory and hands on responsible for leading a team of technicians while actively participating in mechanical troubleshooting, repairs and preventative maintenance tasks. The Maintenance Supervisor ensures adherence to AES and Boeing safety, quality and operational standards, manages data integrity in the EAM/ERP system and supports customer expectations with a high level of responsiveness and technical expertise. Working under the direction of the Operation Manager, this role is pivotal to maintaining operational excellence and fleet readiness for Dreamlifter Operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Other duties may be assigned and are not limited to the following)

• Lead and supervise a team of technicians across two shifts ensuring compliance with company safety, quality and efficiency standards supporting Dreamlifter Operations.
• Perform hands-on mechanical duties, including diagnostics, repairs and preventative maintenance on GSE equipment as operational needs demand.
• Manage the daily work schedule based on Dreamlifter operations, equipment availability and customer operational needs, assisting the Operations Manager with shop and ramp-side coordination.
• Ensure work area cleanliness, tool accountability and consistent application of 5S principles across shifts.
• Train and cross-train technicians, supporting workforce development and ensuring technical flexibility for Dreamlifter specific GSE.
• Support the Parts Administrator, ensuring Dreamlifter parts are documented accurately in ERP and inventory levels are proactively maintained.
• Maintain strong communication with Boeing personnel and customer representatives, providing timely updates on equipment status, repairs and operational readiness.
• Keep the direct manager informed of all relevant activities, providing high-detail reporting to manage Boeing expectations and accommodate changes to the scope of work.
• Timely review and closure of work orders, ensuring all labor hours, parts, comments, status and billable costs are accurately recorded and recovered.
• Manage data accuracy in EAM (equipment hours, work order status, inventory levels, equipment availability) specific to Dreamlifter operations.
• Report site activity performance indicators, proposing corrective actions and continuous improvement plans.
• Lead assigned maintenance station projects, facility organization efforts, and operational improvement initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 5+years of related work experience, preferably in aviation or aerospace ground operations; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to assist in troubleshooting GSE and specialized support equipment.
• Demonstrated shop floor experience with the ability to manage and maintain a leadership presence across multiple shifts.
• Strong leadership skills (leadership aptitude considered with appropriate training).
• Familiarity with 5S (or equivalent) organizational practices for shop floor operations.
• ERP experience preferred (EAM, Infor systems, EBIS, AssetWorksor comparable).

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong communication skills and judgment, with the ability to keep management informed and elevate problems appropriately.
• High ethical standards and composure under pressure.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and thrive in a fast-paced, high-visibility aviation environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with Boeing representatives and internal teams.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Must be able to read and speak the English language.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

This position will be performed on a Boeing site. As such, candidates selected for this role will be required to undergo and successfully pass Boeing's Security Background Screening process.