ORD Airport GSE Mechanic Supervisor

Ultipro; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Menzies Aviation at Chicago O'Hare (ORD) seeks a GSE Manager to oversee ground support equipment maintenance, safety compliance, and uptime across the station. You’ll drive repairs, manage records, and lead a skilled technical team in a fast-paced aviation logistics environment.

Responsibilities include scheduling preventive maintenance, coordinating QA inspections, mentoring staff, and ensuring adherence to corporate governance and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years mechanical experience.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Possess valid US driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and testing.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.
• Must be comfortable lifting 70 lbs and working in all weather.
• Willingness to work variable shifts including weekends/holidays.
• Must pass FBI background check and obtain US Customs Seal.

Responsibilities

• Fully responsible for all aspects of the GSE repair services at the station.
• Accountable for financial performance and compliance with governance, legal and quality standards.
• Schedule all preventive maintenance inspections.
• Lead and mentor the team; maintain safety systems, risk assessments, and training programs.
• Maintain equipment records and monitor registration and hour meters.
• Coordinate scheduling of equipment repairs and QA inspections.
• Ensure repair deadlines are met.
• Determine work procedures and expedite workflow.

Skills

Mechanical experience

English reading/writing

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Flexible shifts

Education

High School diploma/GED

Automotive/Diesel mechanic program (preferred)

Job description

Chicago O'Hare, IL | ORD
Chicago, IL 60666, USA

Description

Overview

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.

Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at over 300 locations in 65 countries, across 6 continents.

But at the heart of our business is our people.

Role Purpose

This role is responsible for the primary service that depends on well-maintained vehicles, organization and tracking of the fleet and expenses within the company. The GSE manager will have the ability to accurately maintain and hold responsibility for an exceptional level of quality of all ground support equipment in the company and ensuring all work is performed safely and is supported by established procedures and protocols.

What you will be doing

• Fully responsible for all aspects of the GSE repair services at the station.
• Fully accountable for the financial performance and compliance with Corporate Governance, legal and quality aspects of Menzies’ businesses in the station
• Schedules all preventive maintenance inspections
• Leading and working with the senior team to maintain and enhance appropriate, effective safety & security systems, risk assessments, periodical inspections & audits, operational training programs, planning, operational processes, and service delivery.
• Maintains all equipment records and monitors vehicle registration and hour meter program.
• Coordinate’s scheduling of equipment to be repaired.
• Coordinates all QA inspections on fuel equipment.
• Ensure ground equipment and fueling repair deadlines are met.
• Determines work procedures, prepares work schedules, and expedites workflow.
• Perform as a mentor to other employees and provide training to new employees.

Safety, Security and Compliance

All employees have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to:

• Take reasonable care for the health and safety of themselves and of others who may be affected by their actions or omissions whilst at work.
• Fully versed on International Aviation Safety and Security standards and passionate about promoting them within the organization.
• Co-operate with their manager / supervisor to allow them to perform or comply with any legal requirements imposed on the company.
• Not intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided by the company in the interests of health, safety, or welfare reasons.
• Inform their manager / supervisor of any work situation, equipment or activity that represents a serious or immediate danger to health and safety.
• Report any hazards, near misses, incidents, accidents, or dangerous occurrences to their manager / supervisor, who will then follow the procedures contained in this manual.
• Carry out work in accordance with information and training provided and any specific workplace health and safety rules or procedures.
• Fully understand the company health and safety policy.
• Attend training courses as may be arranged by the Company.

Qualifications and Experience

• 3 to 5 years mechanical experience
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Possess valid US driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and all pre-employment testing.
• Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English.
• Must be comfortable lifting/moving 70lbs.
• Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions.
• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Pass FBI background and obtain US Customs Seal
• To report any significant deficiency in our products, materials, and documents
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Has the duty to suggest any improvements to working practices especially those relating to safety and security.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, vendors, and other employees of the organization
• Must have high school diploma, GED or one-year experience as a Supervisor in the Aviation Industry Completion of an Automotive/Diesel Mechanic degree program (preferred)

Diversity

Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role. Please feel free to contact to recruiter below, if there are any reasonable adjustments to our process that you would like us to consider.

As part of our recruitment process, we will always consider how candidates fit with our values which you can learn more about here.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Required

Detail Oriented

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

Leader

: Inspires teammates to follow them

Team Player

: Works well as a member of a group

Motivations

Required

Growth Opportunities

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

Goal Completion

: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Ability to Make an Impact

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

Self-Starter

: Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

Required

High School or better.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

DRIVERS LICENSE

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