Porter Airlines has revolutionized short-haul flying with a warm and effortless approach to hospitality, restoring glamour and refinement to air travel. Porter is an Official 4 Star Airline® in the World Airline Star Rating®.
The airline currently offers flights to Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec City, Fredericton, Saint John, Moncton, Halifax, St. John’s, Thunder Bay, Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury, Timmins, Windsor, New York (Newark), Chicago (Midway), Boston and Washington (Dulles), and has seasonal flights to Mt. Tremblant, Que., Stephenville, N.L., Myrtle Beach, S.C., Burlington, Vt., and Orlando-Melbourne, Fla.
FUNCTION: Reporting to the Supervisor, GSE and Facilities, this individual is responsible for maintenance of all Ground Service Equipment.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Perform Preventive Maintenance in GSE including outstations as assigned
Travel to outstations for inspections and repairs as necessary
Train new team members
Participate in co-op programs with students
Work with apprentice mechanics to achieve their license certifications
Aid in recruitment, hiring and retention of GSE team members
Actively monitor and update GSE software (Hippo) for all work orders
Monitor and report on outstation PM programs
Provide monthly performance updates to Supervisor and Manager
Provide technical support for GSE group including outstations
Assign daily, weekly and monthly tasks to all GSE personnel
Order GSE parts and monitor inventory of spare parts
Interact with contractors when needed
Develop Standard Operating Procedures for mechanics
Build strong relationship with internal and external customers
Inspect work to ensure compliance with plans and standards
Ensures proper housekeeping practices are observed
Recommend and participate in long range planning
Support Facilities Maintenance when required
Actively participate in Porter’s Safety Management System (SMS) including reporting hazards and incidents encountered in daily operations; understand, comply and promote the Company Safety Policy
Other task and duties as assigned
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:
Concern for Safety - Identifying hazardous or potentially hazardous situations and taking appropriate action to maintain a safe environment for self and others.
Teamwork - Working collaboratively with others to achieve organizational goals.
Customer Service - Providing service excellence to internal and/or external customers (passengers).
Initiative - Dealing with situations and issues proactively and persistently, seizing opportunities that arise.
Results Focused - Focusing efforts on achieving high-quality results consistent with the organization’s standards.
Fostering Communication - Listening and communicating openly, honestly, and respectfully with different audiences, promoting dialogue and building consensus.
QUALIFICATIONS:
310S or 310T truck and coach mechanic license
Strong troubleshooting
Ability to learn new technology, service procedures and specifications
Strong time management and organizational skills
Candidate should be able to read and understand various schematic diagrams for maintenance troubleshooting
Demonstrates a positive attitude and good working habits
Able to work different shifts as required
Class “G” or higher driver’s license with a clean Driver’s Abstract
Excellent physical condition
Good written and verbal communication skills
Experience in Microsoft Office
Able to work in varied weather
Dependability (must have a clear attendance record and reliable on time reporting for work)
Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearances
LOCATION: Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport - YTZ