GSE Lead Diesel Mechanic at Menzies Aviation (USA) Inc in Arlington, Virginia

Job Description:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Directs a preventive maintenance program to minimize cost and maximize use of equipment;


• Detailed record keeping of all fleet vehicles;


• Organization and tracking of fleet expenses;


• Administers a testing and inspection program to determine quality, suitability, and compliance with specifications for vehicles, parts accessories, and material;


• Directs a quantity and quality control program to maintain satisfactory levels of work performance;


• Plans, organizes, and directs the work of the duties to meet objectives with the most efficient use of personnel, facilities and equipment;


• Other duties, email report/documents;


• Ensure the safe and secure operations, in accordance with the highest possible standards of health, safety, security and all government statutory requirements;


• Leading the day to day activities of the GSE operation;


• Determines work procedures, schedules and expedites workflow;


• Schedules all preventive maintenance inspections;


• Maintain all equipment records and monitor vehicles registration and hour meter program;


• Have knowledge of Posi Chargers and programming BMIBs;


• Coordinate equipment repairs and PMIs in a timely manner;


• Know how to read schematics. (Electric and Hydraulic);


• Be a positive role model to all personnel and airport community.


• Order parts required for preventive maintenance and major repairs;

 Required Skills:

• Graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency, preferably supplemented with college-level courses in mechanical engineering, business administration, transportation management, and business management;


• Five years of experience in mechanical maintenance and repair in an industrial vehicle operation, including two years in an administrative or supervisory capacity;


• Must be able to maximize fleet utilization and ensure maximum shop productivity;


• Capable of lifting comfortably 70 lbs;


• Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays;


• Work is done primarily outdoors. Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions;


• To report any significant deficiency in our products, material and documents;


• Has the duty to suggest any improvements to working practices especially those relating to safety and security;


• Must pass pre-employment medical;


• Must pass an FBI background check and obtain a custom seal;


• Must pass driver’s test with the Department of Airports and obtain a driver’s license to drive on Airport Operational Area (AOA)

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