Airport GSE Maintenance Manager - YYZ
Unifi has decades of experience in the aviation services industry. We continue to innovate, adapt, and grow by leaning on our experience and expertise in airline ground services. Our vision is to be the most respected company by providing exceptional experience getting aircraft and passengers to their destination safely.
We are seeking individuals to join our growing team who are passionate, have integrity, and have empathy for how their words and decisions affect our employees, customers, and partners. Join our team and see where the flight benefits take you.
Job Summary:
The GSE Manager is responsible for providing leadership, direction, and hands-on support to Ground Support Equipment (GSE) maintenance personnel during assigned shifts. Reporting to the Manager - GSE Maintenance. This role ensures that maintenance activities are performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with regulatory and company standards.
The Manager oversees daily workflow, monitors equipment condition, enforces safety practices, and supports both administrative and operational functions to maintain a reliable and safe GSE fleet.
Benefits:
- Flight Privileges: Offered after 30 days for employees and eligible family members!
- Competitive pay with daily access to earned wages.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance for full-time employees.
- Paid time off - 2 weeks paid off, statutory holidays.
- RRSP with 3% company match contribution.
- $300 available for HSA/PSA.
- Exclusive Discounts and Additional Wellness program.
- Eligible to receive annual performance bonuses as additional compensation.
Job Duties:
- Supervise GSE maintenance staff and service providers to ensure operational, performance, and safety objectives are met.
- Monitor and enforce safe working habits in compliance with Unifi, EPA, OSHA regulatory standards.
- Perform preventive and routine maintenance on GSE as needed to support mechanics and maintain operational readiness.
- Ensure all GSE is maintained in proper, safe working conditions and immediately address unsafe or out-of-service equipment.
- Assist with administrative responsibilities including payroll, employee discipline, documentation, and shift reporting.
- Prepare and manage shift schedules to ensure adequate staffing coverage.
- Review operational and maintenance reports and input data into the maintenance tracking system.
- Provide coaching, guidance, and on-the-job training to maintenance personnel.
- Support communication between shifts and leadership to ensure continuity of operations.
- Represent our team culture that empowers employees to succeed through our leadership engagement and company support.
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- Three (3) to Five (5) years prior Manager experience preferred.
- Prior GSE maintenance experience required.
- ASE certification preferred.
- Strong knowledge of heavy-duty diesel/automotive equipment, electrical and hydraulic systems, and power tools.
- Ability to read and interpret technical documents, maintenance manuals, and safety procedures.
- Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Must be 18 years of age, legally authorized to work in the U.S., and able to pass required background checks and drug screening.
- Must possess a valid driver’s license.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, and CMMS system.
- Must be able to work various hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Subject to on-call responsibilities and occasional travel.
- Work performed in both indoor operations offices and outdoor ramp environments.
- Exposure to weather conditions including rain, snow, heat, and cold.
- Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, aircraft, vehicles, fumes, and loud noise.
- Work pace varies and is often fast paced with tight time constraints.
