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The Ground Support Equipment Operations Manager will lead the day-to-day oversight of maintenance operations supporting ground support equipment in a fast-paced airport environment in Seattle. This role is responsible for ensuring operational readiness, safety compliance, and the effective management of a team of mechanics and technicians supporting critical equipment.

• Provide daily leadership and oversight of on-site maintenance technicians and mechanics
• Ensure compliance with all company maintenance procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate and oversee scheduled, preventative, and unscheduled maintenance activities across GSE assets
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, HVAC, and pneumatic system issues
• Inspect, repair, and overhaul components to meet OEM specifications
• Ensure proper documentation and completion of all maintenance records and compliance reporting
• Maintain strict adherence to all environmental, health, and safety regulations (including OSHA and EPA standards)
• Serve as a key point of contact for internal stakeholders and external customers
• Mentor, train, and develop maintenance personnel to improve performance and retention
• Drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement across maintenance processes

• Prior experience managing maintenance teams within aviation, ground support equipment, or heavy equipment environments (e.g., crane, oil & gas, mining, rail, maritime)
• Strong leadership experience with the ability to manage, coach, and develop teams
• Advanced troubleshooting expertise across electrical and hydraulic systems
• Proven ability to manage preventative and corrective maintenance programs
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact with customers and stakeholders
• Solid computer skills with experience completing internal systems documentation and customer reporting

• Prior experience managing maintenance teams within aviation, ground support equipment, or heavy equipment environments (e.g., crane, oil & gas, mining, rail, maritime)
• Strong leadership experience with the ability to manage, coach, and develop teams
• Advanced troubleshooting expertise across electrical and hydraulic systems
• Proven ability to manage preventative and corrective maintenance programs
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact with customers and stakeholders
• Solid computer skills with experience completing internal systems documentation and customer reporting

• Work is performed in an airport operations environment, including outdoor ramp areas and maintenance facilities
• Regular exposure to heavy machinery, moving equipment, noise, and varying weather conditions
• Requires standing, walking, bending, and lifting in a physically active environment
• Must be comfortable working around aircraft and ground support equipment
• Schedule may include weekends, holidays, and split days off based on operational needs

• 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.