Site Leader

ALVEST EQUIPMENT SERVICES USA•Windsor Locks, CT

1h•Onsite

About The Position

ALVEST is the world leader in airport ground support equipment manufacturing and distribution. Alvest Equipment Services (AES) is dedicated to ground support equipment maintenance, rental, leasing, and overhaul services. We look for mechanics who not only enjoy using their skills in troubleshooting hydraulic, electrical or HVAC issues but like having fun while doing so! We foster an environment where teamwork and ingenuity are rewarded and encourage job growth. Those who will excel in this role: Automotive, Diesel, Forklift and Heavy Equipment Mechanics.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree strongly preferred, with a technical degree a strong plus
Must have strong mechanical and electrical aptitude and the ability to understand and troubleshoot heavy equipment
Must have shop floor experience and the ability to manage the work schedule and have a presence for all three shifts
Must have strong leadership skills, though aptitude would be considered
Must have strong communication skills and judgment, with the ability to keep management informed and to know, with training, when to escalate a problem or issue
Must be accessible via phone for emergencies
Strong Microsoft Office Skills including Excel and PowerPoint
5S (or equivalent) experience for floor organization
ERP experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to communicate effectively and professionally with internal and external customers.
Must be able to read and speak the English language.
Ability to work both as a team and/or independently with great success.
Legally eligible to work in the United States.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must have a valid driver’s license.
No travel restrictions.

Nice To Haves

Med/Heavy Truck Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification preferred.
Universal HVAC certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee a team of technicians, ensuring that their performance meets the company safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
Manage the work schedule based on equipment availability and customer operational needs.
Ensure work area cleanliness, tool accountability, and appropriate shop.
Manage the Office Administrator and ensure that work is properly documented in the ERP system, this includes: Managing purchasing to maintain stock levels. Maintaining an inventory of spare parts.
Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, HVAC, and/or electrical discrepancies on various Ground Support Equipment (GSE) systems and subsystems.
Inspect, repair, rebuild/overhaul components, such as mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, HVAC, and hydraulic systems.
Manage the relationship with the customer to ensure that work processes follow site safety and workflow guidelines.
Communicate Equipment status and repairs ETC to customer.
Keep direct manager informed of all relevant activity, providing a high level of detail so the customer’s expectations can be managed and changes to the scope of work can be accounted for.
Create/Analyze site activity performance indicators and prepare corrective actions from these indicators.
Manage punctual projects related to the maintenance station.
Other assignments as designated by the Regional Manager.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision
Company Provided Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
Company Paid Life Insurance & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
10 Paid Holidays + Your Birthday
PTO – Minimum 3 weeks per year
Annual Profit Sharing Bonus
401(K) and Roth Matching
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
On Call Bonus Opportunities
Earn more by completing your ASE certifications in Medium/Heavy Equipment and receive a one-time bonus for becoming a Certified Master Technician.
Employee Referral Bonus
FLIGHT BENEFITS for exclusive airfare savings along with hotel and rental car discounts!