About this role
GSE Maintenance Lead Technician
Position Overview
Are you an experienced mechanic who enjoys solving problems, working with your hands, and helping others succeed? Were looking for a GSE Maintenance Lead Technician to provide hands-on technical support and day-to-day leadership for our Ground Support Equipment maintenance team.
In this role, youll lead a team of 4–8 employees, help coordinate daily maintenance operations, and ensure equipment is repaired safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. Youll serve as a key resource for troubleshooting, technical guidance, employee development, and continuous improvement while helping keep equipment reliable and operations running smoothly.
The ideal candidate combines strong mechanical repair experience with leadership skills, a commitment to safety, and the ability to motivate a team in a fast-paced maintenance environment.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Development
- ##### Lead, support, and motivate a team of 4–8 maintenance employees, promoting teamwork, accountability, and a positive work environment.
- ##### Provide day-to-day guidance, coaching, and constructive feedback to help team members grow and succeed.
- ##### Assist with onboarding and training new employees while supporting the continued development of existing team members.
- ##### Help establish clear performance expectations and identify opportunities for employee development.
Maintenance Operations & Quality
- ##### Coordinate daily workflow and assign tasks to ensure maintenance activities are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
- ##### Provide technical guidance to technicians diagnosing equipment issues, performing repairs, and replacing components.
- ##### Monitor work quality and ensure compliance with company policies, maintenance procedures, and safety standards.
- ##### Identify operational challenges, troubleshoot problems, and implement solutions that improve productivity and equipment reliability.
- ##### Help ensure maintenance tools, parts, and resources are available to support daily operations.
Communication & Collaboration
- ##### Serve as a communication link between maintenance employees and management, sharing priorities, expectations, and operational updates.
- ##### Prepare daily reports on team activities, maintenance progress, performance, and opportunities for improvement.
- ##### Coordinate with other departments to prioritize repairs, communicate equipment status, and minimize operational disruptions.
- ##### Promote a culture of continuous improvement, professional development, and accountability.
Qualifications
- ##### 5–10 years of professional experience in automotive, heavy equipment, or similar mechanical maintenance and repair.
- ##### 1–2 years of leadership or supervisory experience, preferably in a maintenance, automotive, or heavy equipment environment.
- ##### Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- ##### Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
- ##### Ability to coach, motivate, and support a team while balancing competing priorities.
- ##### Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook.
- ##### Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, hands-on maintenance environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- ##### Experience maintaining and repairing Ground Support Equipment (GSE), automotive equipment, or heavy machinery.
- ##### Knowledge of electrical schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and mechanical systems.
- ##### Experience diagnosing equipment malfunctions and replacing or repairing defective components.
- ##### Familiarity with maintenance parts identification, inventory, and ordering processes.
- ##### ASE certifications or other relevant mechanical certifications.
- ##### Welding, fabrication, or related repair experience.