Auto Mechanic Lead-MKE Airport
Listed on 2026-01-19
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Automotive Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Responsible for leading and directing the activities of other GSE mechanics. Also does the work of a mechanic as required.
- Schedule: 40 hours a week with two consecutive days off depending on the operational needs of the shop.
- Required: Must possess mechanical tools and toolbox.
- All duties listed under GSE 1, 2 and 3.
- Leadership Training
- Advanced trouble shooting.
- The ability to operate diagnostic equipment.
- The ability to read schematics (electrical, air, hydraulic).
- Verify that vehicles and equipment can pass appropriate safety inspections.
- Maintain repair and service all aspects of all vehicles and equipment.
- Determines the need and extent of repair work required on vehicles and equipment based operator’s reports and testing equipment.
- Assist in instructing Mechanic 2 on work procedures applicable to their respective level. Inspects and approves work of Mechanic 2.
- Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
- Completes required documentation and performs data entry.
- Lead GSE team in all aspects of GSE business group.
- All equipment types listed under GSE 1 and 2
- Ground power unit
- AC/Heat cart
- Hydrant cart (narrow and wide body)
- Refuel tanker (all size and fuel types)
- Cater truck
- Hi lift truck
- Towbarless push back
- Transport trailer (fuel and cargo)
- Vocational/ Specialized Training.
- Certification from a recognized program, preferred.
- 5 years experience in automotive/ mechanical work.
- Requires a Valid Driver’s License.
Army 91B/91S;
Airforce 2A6X2;
Marine Corp GSE 6072 Mechanic, 6073 Mechanic/Electrician, 6074 Cryogenics/Mechanic, 6499 Mobile Facility Tech/ Generator Mechanic, Engineer Mechanic - 1341 Engine Equipment Mechanic, 3500 Motor T Tech, 3521 Auto Maintenance Tech, 3524 Fuel Mechanic, 2141 Assault Amphibious Vehicle Mechanic, 2147 Light Armored Vehicle Mechanic;
Navy Rating Codes - AS Aviation Support (GSE), MM Machinist Mate, AD Aviation Machinist Mate, CM Construction Mechanic, EN Enginemen
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENTThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions.
The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.
EEO StatementMenzies is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions exclusively on the basis of merit. The Company prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender expression or identity, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
All such discrimination is unlawful and all individuals employed by Menzies Aviation are prohibited from engaging in this type of conduct. The Company further will make all employment decisions, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, promotion, retention, compensation, training, discipline and termination of employment decisions without regard to any characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
- Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking.
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group.
- Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well.
- Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them.
- Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help.
- Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility.
- Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks.
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization.
High School or better.
Licenses & Certifications- DRIVERS LICENSE
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