GSE Shift Supervisor

GSE Shift Supervisor

Job Category: Airport Operations

Requisition Number: GSESH016225

Posted: June 4, 2026

Location: Detroit, MI 48242, USA

Description

Target Pay: $90,000

The GSE Shift Supervisor is responsible for overseeing ground support equipment maintenance operations during an assigned shift. This role ensures safety, productivity, equipment readiness, and quality standards are consistently met while supporting technicians and operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily maintenance activities during assigned shifts
• Assign and prioritize technician work to meet operational demands
• Monitor equipment availability and respond to service needs
• Provide leadership, coaching, and performance feedback to team members
• Support onboarding and development of technicians
• Facilitate shift communication, including pre- and post-shift briefings
• Enforce safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements
• Conduct routine safety checks and address hazards
• Support incident reporting and investigations
• Review completed work to ensure quality and accuracy
• Ensure proper documentation within CMMS systems
• Identify and escalate recurring operational or quality issues
• Maintain shift logs, work records, and reports
• Coordinate parts and inventory needs
• Support overall shop organization and standards
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment
• Must possess a valid driver's license (if required by location)
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a maintenance environment
• Working knowledge of GSE or heavy equipment systems
• Knowledge of applicable safety regulations and standards
• Experience with CMMS systems preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Must be able to obtain and maintain any required airport badges or credentials
• Must be available to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Pass a background check and drug screen

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements.

The pay rate listed on this post is what the company reasonably expects to pay for this position. However, individual compensation may vary based on factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, education, and experience.

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