IAD GSE Supervisor

Swissport is a global leader in aviation services, providing ground handling, cargo handling, and passenger services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is to deliver consistent, tailor‑made solutions worldwide for a better customer experience, driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things, and Win as a Team.

Job Summary

Responsible for the day‑to‑day operation of the Fleet department and for supporting maintenance staff with technical advice and guidance. This role plans vehicle maintenance, schedules servicing and emergency repairs, and ensures company quality‑control standards are consistently met.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental activities at the station to reduce employee injuries, aircraft, and equipment damage.
• Supervise daily operation of the shop.
• Perform all duties of a Fleet Mechanic.
• Apply knowledge of safety procedures and company policies.
• Communicate professionally with senior management, ramp staff, and Swissport customers.
• Liaise with ramp management to coordinate repairs and servicing with minimal disruption to operations.
• Review and modify preventive‑maintenance schedules for Swissport and customer‑contract vehicles.
• Provide or recommend training for GSE staff.
• Assist with inventory and budgetary control, including ordering parts for the GSE shop.
• Support mechanics in problem diagnostics and answer technical equipment questions.
• Ensure all staff follow safety guidelines and procedures set by Swissport and the Workers’ Compensation Board.
• Maintain shop appearance and track service equipment maintenance and functionality.
• Maintain EPA requirements as necessary.
• Assure quality control on every piece of equipment that leaves the shop after work is performed.
• Retain a motor‑vehicle driver’s license for both air‑side and non‑air‑side operations in good standing.
• Maintain WHMIS documentation for the GSE shop.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of GSE/Fleet maintenance experience.
• Experience in a supervisory role.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Certification of completion in a relevant trade (Heavy‑Duty/Commercial or Automotive mechanic); certification must be kept in good standing.
• Knowledge of the Maximo computer maintenance program.
• Strong oral and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel as needed for training or to assist other Swissport stations with GSE needs.

Pay

$40.00 – $45.00 per hour.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance