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Assistant Manager, GSE Maintenance - Manage Mechanics & Ground Equipment Fleet

Worldwide Flight Services

Newark, NJ

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$85,000–$95,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Budgeting, Business Continuity Planning (BCP), Cargo/Freight, Coaching, Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Corporate Compliance, Corporate Policies, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Driver's License, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Finance, Forecasting, Healthcare Quality, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Inventory Management, Leadership, Logistics, Machine Tool, Maintain Compliance, Maintenance Services, Mechanical Maintenance, OSHA, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, People Management, Physical Demands, Process Improvement, Regulations, Regulatory Requirements, Safety Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Team Player, Time Management, Top Sales Rep, Vehicle Fleets
LOCATION
Newark, NJ
POSTED
Today
About WFS

Join our Worldwide Flight Services family and contribute to the timely delivery of cargo shipment, luggage, business to customer delivery, and on-time flights while operating safely and securely. We perform at the highest level for our customers every day, and strive to be an exceptional leader in our industry with our teams of cargo, passenger, ramp handling, and technical service experts in 227 airport locations in 27 countries on 5 continents. Are you ready to take off on your next career with us?

Compensation

Salary: $85-95K

Job Summary

The GSE Assistant Mechanic Manager assists the Maintenance Manager in the overall management and operations of the Ground Support Equipment (GSE) department by ensuring all maintenance, repair, and logistics functions run efficiently and safely. The GSE Maintenance Manager has direct reports and fosters a culture of teamwork, accountability, and operational excellence within the GSE department.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as acting Maintenance Manager when required, ensuring continuity of operations.
    • Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning, including labor, parts, tooling, and equipment needs.
    • Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, finance, safety, and leadership) to align maintenance activities with business objectives
  • Support the General Manager in departmental operations, including workflow coordination, staff utilization, and planning.
    • Oversee preventive, routine, and non-routine GSE repairs.
    • Coordinate and monitor maintenance schedules to ensure equipment reliability and availability
    • Assist with inventory control, parts logistics, and vendor coordination.
    • Analyze maintenance data to improve processes and equipment efficiency.
    • Supervise and support GSE technicians through guidance, training, and performance feedback.
    • Ensure administrative compliance with company procedures.
  • Subject Matter Expert
    • Point of contact to assist mechanics and technicians when they are unable to troubleshoot issues.
    • Provide guidance to mechanics/technicians, able to perform the following to provide guidance, inspect work, and develop skillset of others.
  • Safety and Compliance
    • Ensure compliance with company policies, safety programs, and applicable regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA, FAA, local regulations).
Minimum Requirements
  • Two (2) years in a supervisory or management role.
  • Four (4) years' experience in a mechanical or maintenance department.
  • Understanding of applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory standards (e.g., OSHA, FAA, local and company-specific requirements).
  • Ability to coordinate maintenance schedules, prioritize work orders, and manage equipment availability.
  • Knowledge of parts management, inventory controls.
  • Skilled in coaching, providing feedback, supporting training needs, and addressing performance or conduct issues.
  • High School Diploma
  • Driver's License
Preferred Skills
  • Familiarity with GSE Preferred
  • Familiarity with CMMS software (D7 preferred)
  • Technical Certification Preferred
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
  • Standing 30%, Walking 30%, Sitting 20% Driving 20%:
  • How much weight are you required to manually lift and/or carry at one time (pounds):50 independently
  • Is lifting/Carrying done regularly? Yes, 2 hours per day
  • Work in various types of weather
  • Bend, stoop, crawl to access equipment
  • Climb ladders
Perks & Benefits
  • Want your pay in advance? Access your pay when you need it through DailyPay app!
  • Are you a top performer who thrives on recognition? On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more!
  • Need quality medical care? Multiple options for both full and part-time employees!
  • Want WFS Employee Extras? Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More!
  • Looking to stay healthy and improve your life? Wellness Programs offered to all employees!
  • Want to invest in your future? 401k program offered!
  • Looking to grow and have a career with us? Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available!


WFS is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and inclusion. We accept applications from all qualified individuals.

About the Company

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Worldwide Flight Services

Our commitment to integrationOur commitment to the training and development of our employees, our policy of equal opportunities for all and to protecting the environment extends across the entire WFS business.This includes our support for charitable initiatives and humanitarian aid missions.Our approach to corporate and social responsibility also extends into the local communities where we operate around the world and this was formally brought together in 2012 with the creation of the WFS Foundation to support social and professional integration.
COMPANY SIZE
1,000 to 1,499 employees
INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
FOUNDED
1971
WEBSITE
http://www.wfs.aero

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