Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) Lead Mechanic

Job Description

Position Responsibilities
:

Provides work direction and training for Flight Line Equipment Operators and AGE Mechanics

Communicates, both verbally and in writing, to ensure continuity of operations during and between shifts.

Sets example of professional work ethic and behavior

Supervises maintenance and repair of AGE equipment in at the airfields and in town.

Possesses considerable knowledge of machinery

in order to

diagnose, troubleshoot,

maintain

and repair Aerospace Ground Equipment either in the field or in a shop environment, with little supervision.

Performs service, maintenance,

repair

and overhaul

in accordance with

manufacturer's

recommendations.

Interfaces with New York Air National Guard (NYANG) and US Air Force (USAF) personnel

on a daily basis
.

Provides flight line services as

required

and oversees AGE mechanics.

Performs work as specified on work orders or initiates work orders when

required
.

Provides direction, verbally and in writing concerning operation and repair of AGE.

Ensures work performed is

in accordance with

established procedures and/or manufacturer's specifications.

Conducts and records weekly safety meetings.

Routinely overhauls, repairs or

maintains

gasoline and

diesel-powered

equipment.

Uses diagnostic equipment and procedures to diagnose and correct equipment faults.

Inspects lift equipment and

determines

safe operability prior to issue.

Operates shop equipment including load banks, welders, compressors,

presses

and nitrogen charging units.

Performs generator set inspections and maintenance as

required
.

Provides serviceable equipment to NYANG or USAF as

requested
.

Maintains lines of communications with supervisor,

mechanics

and customers.

Writes performance evaluations on AGE mechanics.

Services

aircraft

latrines, empties urinals.

Suggest and help develop

new ideas

to improve the quality and safety of the AGE department.

Documents work performed, status of equipment,

maintains

records and generates reports as

required
.

Informs AGE supervisor of discrepancies and facilities problem resolution.

Recommends parts re-supply to the AGE supervisor.

Sets example of professional work ethic and behavior.  Provides direction and communications, verbally and in writing to ensure continuity of operations during and between shifts.  Provides work direction and training for Flight Line Equipment Operators and AGE mechanics as needed.

Ensures serviceable AGE is available for customer needs.

Lift, move and/or install parts,

assemblies

or equipment up to the safety regulation maximum.

May perform work outside under severe weather conditions.

Ensures serviceable AGE is available for customer needs.

Maintains a clean,

orderly

and safe work area.

Works rotating shifts as required 24 hours/day.

Performs duties in support of Operations Division metrics (as provided by supervisor).

Supports the achievement of ASC metrics, whether metrics are directly or indirectly affected by this position's work activities.

Complies with

all ASC Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals.  Provide documentation to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.

Works to achieve ASC goals and contractual commitments.

Responsible for

maintaining

a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace.

Responsible for

maintaining

a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority in the workplace.

Complies with

all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals.  Provide documentation to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.

Performs other duties as

required
.

Required

Education, Experience, Certificates and Licenses
:

High School diploma or

GED

A minimum of

five

years of experience working with a combination of diesel and gasoline engines, AC/DC electrical systems, electronics, high pressure fluid and gas pumps, valves and controls, fuel burners and controls or equipment operation

Expected

Skills and Competencies:

Complies with

applicable safety, environment, health, and waste management policies and procedure.

Proficient using Microsoft Office Word; ability to accurately document changes to work orders and inventory on a computer-based system.

Critical problem-solving and decision-making ability; able to work under minimal supervision.

Attention to detail extremely important.

Must be able to use sound judgment and

possess

solid

decision-making

ability to

solve problems quickly, safely, and effectively
.

Must be able to pro-actively

identify

job hazards and communicate those hazards effectively.

Preferred:

Two years technical school or similar military training is preferred.

Welding experience is preferred.

Physical and/or Other Requirements
:

Willingness and ability to deploy to Antarctica for extended periods

Successful completion of Medical and Dental examinations required by the NSF for deployment to Antarctica

Successful completion of drug screening and background check required by employer

Successful completion of Federal Background Check required by the NSF

Must be willing and able to lift and move items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum as required by the position.

Must be willing and able to perform physical activities including heavy lifting, climbing in and out of equipment, crawling, and working outdoors in extreme cold as required by the position.

Must

participate

in community programs, such as "house-mouse" (chores), "daisy-picking" (cleaning-up around the station), recycling efforts & safety

objectives
.

Valid Driver's License issued in the United States

Must be able to obtain and

maintain

facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is

required

for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.