Head Mechanic
Are you passionate about the aviation industry? Are you looking to join a fast-growing deicing company? If the answer is yes, then this position is for you! Aeromag is a private-held company specializing in aircraft deicing, management of deicing centres as well as the recovery and recycling of deicing fluids. Established in numerous airports in Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom, Aeromag is recognized for its environmental innovations.
- Schedule and coordinate work assignments of mechanics.
- Train, monitor and inspect work of other mechanics and service personnel for accuracy and compliance with established standards.
- Verify mechanics overtime and maintain base documents; submit for management approval.
- Plan and implement a preventative maintenance program for all vehicles.
- Investigate accidents and make recommendations.
- Inspect and determine the worthiness of vehicles and equipment prior to purchase and make recommendations to management.
- Initiate repair cost estimates.
- Approve purchase of equipment and tools within budgeted amounts items that are not required for a specific vehicle.
- Determine whether equipment or vehicles are repaired on site or outsourced.
- Inspect, diagnose, overhaul, adjust and repair gas- and diesel-powered trucks, automobiles, and other power equipment.
- Perform general overhaul, installation, repair, replacement and adjustment of bearings, ignitions, carburetors, transmissions, differentials, axles, steering mechanisms, drive shafts, fenders, radiators and front end and rear suspension systems.
- Perform a prescribed preventative maintenance program on the fleet and service vehicles and automobiles.
- Perform work in adherence to safe work practices and procedures and in compliance with applicable standards and specifications, including performing work in accordance with and maintain equipment as required.
- Build and sustain inventory of all vehicle parts and maintain information in appropriate software programs. Approve stock and part orders, label with vehicle numbers on which the part was used.
- Maintain a variety of records, including vehicle identification, date, mileage and nature of each inspection, maintenance, lubrication, and repair performed.
- Participate in the annual budget planning process, estimate, and provide documentation for projected cost and reports for management.
- Maintain and document mechanics purchase orders.
- Review and assign vehicle numbers and budget codes to ensure budgeted items taken from the right categories.
- Review completed work orders and attach purchase order documentation for billing sites.
- Ensure that the vehicles are clean and in good working order.
- Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
- Must have at least five (5) years’ experience in repairing heavy duty diesel trucks (salary based on experience).
- Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to perform required duties safely and effectively.
- Operate tools necessary for mechanical work.
- Good interpersonal communication and experience in team management.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Must obtain and maintain a Restricted Access Identity Card (RAIC) and an Airside Vehicle Operator’s License (AVOP).
Aeromag provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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