IAD GSE Lead Mechanic

Swissport International AG•Dulles, VA

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Mechanic is responsible for servicing and maintaining Ground Service Equipment (GSE) at a designated station. The role helps keep equipment in good working order so Swissport Ramp teams and other service agencies can operate safely with reliable equipment that meets applicable local and governing requirements. The position involves operating and driving motorized and non-motorized GSE, performing scheduled preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and diagnosing equipment issues, and completing repairs. It also includes responding to emergency service calls and GSE-related accidents, maintaining repair documentation, observing safety and security requirements, and keeping the GSE shop clean and serviceable. The mechanic works outdoors year-round in all weather conditions, must report during snow, ice, and cold weather, and may need to work overtime during weather emergencies. Airport deicing training is required. The role also involves communicating professionally with ramp management, customers, and staff and reporting to shop leads daily. The expected pay rate is $39.00 per hour. Full-time employees are offered health and wellness benefits, a 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, sick time, and company-paid holidays.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
Good oral and verbal communication skills.
Good computer skills.
Willingness to clean and maintain a safe workshop.
Willingness to travel when necessary for training or to assist other Swissport stations with GSE needs.
Willingness to learn hydraulic systems; basic hydraulic knowledge is necessary.
Ability to work outside year-round in all weather conditions.
Maintain a motor vehicle driver's license for airside and non-airside driving in good standing.

Nice To Haves

Trade school training and/or a mechanical background is preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate and drive all types of motorized and non-motorized GSE.
Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on ground support equipment.
Troubleshoot and diagnose ground support equipment as required.
Remove malfunctioning equipment from service and ensure it is not returned to service until accurately diagnosed and repaired.
Respond to emergency service calls and accidents involving GSE.
Complete maintenance and repair documentation in accordance with carrier, station, airport authority, municipal, state, federal, and Swissport requirements.
Comply with applicable federal, provincial, municipal, airport authority, and carrier security requirements.
Maintain a valid motor vehicle driver's license for airside and non-airside driving in good standing.
Follow safety guidelines set by WCB, EPA, WHIMIS, and Swissport management.
Keep the GSE shop and its equipment clean and serviceable, and report deficiencies to management.
Fuel equipment as needed while observing safety and environmental requirements.
Liaise professionally with ramp management, customers, and staff when needed.
Work independently and report to shop leads daily.
Attend required airport deicing training and report to work during snow, ice, and cold weather.
Work overtime during weather emergencies when necessary.