• Job Description

  Req#: GSESH013890

  $100,000/YR

  Wrenching Manager - Must be able to assist with repairs and diagnosis

  INTRODUCTION

  Interested in working in aviation? Are you looking for a job with stability and growth opportunities? If you are looking for a career with growth potential and work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we want to speak to you!

  Perks of the job:

  · 401(k)

  · 401(k) matching

  · Dental insurance

  · Health insurance

  · Life insurance

  · Vision insurance

  · Paid time off

  · Growth potential

  WHY WORK FOR PRIMEFLIGHT?

  · We are committed to being a leading provider of commercial services within the aviation industry

  · Our teams focus on maintaining a positive working environment and treating all team members with respect

  · With more than 200 locations across the world, we offer opportunities for career progression

  · Enjoy a competitive pay scale

  ABOUT US

  · We perform a wide range of airport support services globally on behalf of commercial airlines. Join us for a rewarding career in the aviation industry!

  GSE SHOP MANAGER AT PRIMEFLIGHT

  The Ground Support Equipment (GSE) Shop Manager is responsible for the oversight and efficient operation of the ground support equipment maintenance and repair workshop. This role involves managing a team of skilled mechanics and technicians, ensuring the timely repair, preventive maintenance, and overall reliability of equipment such as tugs, belt loaders, ground power units, and other critical assets. The GSE Shop Manager will also ensure that all activities adhere to strict safety standards and regulatory compliance while driving continuous improvements in quality and operational efficiency. Additionally, this role is key to maintaining strong customer relationships and delivering on performance metrics related to service level agreements (SLAs), equipment uptime, and response times.

  RESPONSIBILITIES

  · Lead and manage daily operations of the ground support equipment (GSE) maintenance and repair shop

  · Supervise and mentor a team of mechanics and technicians, fostering a culture of collaboration, safety, and excellence

  · Develop, implement, and manage preventive maintenance schedules and procedures to ensure equipment reliability and minimize downtime

  · Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, industry standards, and company policies

  · Coordinate effectively with other departments and external customers to align equipment availability with operational needs and schedule maintenance work accordingly

  · Build and manage customer relationships, serving as the primary point of contact for customer inquiries, requests, and feedback related to equipment maintenance

  · Track and report on key performance metrics, such as service level agreements (SLAs), equipment uptime, response times, and maintenance turnaround times, ensuring that performance meets or exceeds customer expectations

  · Manage inventory of spare parts, tools, and supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels to support uninterrupted maintenance activities

  · Enforce quality control procedures, ensuring high standards of workmanship and consistency in repairs and maintenance

  · Provide hands-on technical support and troubleshooting assistance to the team when needed

  · Train and develop staff, ensuring they are up to date on the latest techniques, equipment, and safety protocols

  · Oversee budgeting and cost control, ensuring that shop operations stay within budget while optimizing resources

  · Maintain accurate records of all maintenance activities, including work orders, costs, parts inventory, and performance metrics, using the company’s maintenance management system

  · Stay updated on the latest technologies, tools, and best practices related to ground support equipment maintenance

  · Perform any additional duties as assigned by management

  QUALIFICATIONS

  · 18 years of age or older

  · Eligible to work in the United States

  · Must have a valid state-issued driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

  · Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking)

  · 5 years of experience in managing a maintenance shop, preferably in aviation or related industry

  · Strong leadership skills with experience in team management and development

  · Demonstrate regular, predictable attendance at job location

  · In-depth knowledge of mechanical systems, maintenance procedures, and safety regulations

  · 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 and through electronic means

  · Pass a background check and drug screen

  · Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable)

  · Airlines are 24/7, so we need our team members to be flexible to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays

  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform 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

  · May need to reach with arms and grasp with hands

  · May need to push, pull

  · May need to crawl and crouch, at times, in confined tight spaces

  · May need to bend, stretch, squat, kneel

  · May need 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/or fingers

  · Specific vision abilities required for this job include: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

  The pay rate listed on this post is what the company reasonably expects to pay for this position. However, individual compensation may vary based on factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, education, and experience.

  PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state/province, and local laws.

  Equal Opportunity Employer
  This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

• About the company

  PrimeFlight Aviation Services provides major air carriers and airports with the ground handling services, aircraft services and terminal services necessary for the safe and reliable operation of aircraft and the comfort and enjoyment of passengers. Thr...

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