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
Responsible for leading and directing the activities of other GSE mechanics. Also does the work of a mechanic as required.
- Location: Ronald Reagan Washington National airport (DCA)
- Schedule: Monday - Friday (6:30 am - 3:00 pm)
- Pay Rate: $35.00 an hour
- Required: Must possess mechanical tools and toolbox
What you will be doing
- All duties listed under GSE 1,2 and 3.
- Leadership Training
- Advanced trouble shooting.
- 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.
- The ability to operate and diagnostic equipment.
- The ability to read schematics (electrical, air, hydraulic).
EQUIPMENT TYPES
- All equipment types listed under GSE 1 and 2
- Ground power unit
- AC/Heat cart
- Airstart
- Lower deck loader
- Main deck loader
- Hydrant cart (narrow and wide body)
- Refuel tanker (all size and fuel types)
- Deicers
- Cater truck
- Hi lift truck
- Hydrant truck
- Towbarless push back
- Transport trailer (fuel and cargo)
Safety, Security, Wellbeing and Compliance:
You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.
Please see the attached job description for further details on safety, security, wellbeing & compliance.
What we are looking for:
- Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency, preferably supplemented with college-level courses in diesel mechanic.
- Certification from a recognized program, preferred.
- Experience operating diagnostic equipment.
- Five years of experience in mechanical maintenance and repair in an industrial vehicle operation, including one year in an administrative or Leadership capacity.
- Must be able to maximize fleet utilization and ensure maximum shop productivity.
- Must be able to lift continually up to 70lbs
- Must pass a drug test and a federal background check
- Must have own tools
- Requires a Valid Driver’s License.
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.
Application Instructions
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