Lead Mechanic CVG Airport
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Job Location:
Hebron Estates, KY - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 28 - 32
Posted on:
31-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Lead Mechanic - CVG Airport
Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday
Shift: 10pm - 8:30am
Wage: $28 - $32/hr
LEAD THE MUSCLE BEHIND EVERY MOVING PART AT THE AIRPORT- LEAD MECHANICS WANTED!
The Lead Mechanic oversees vehicle and equipment maintenance supervises a team of mechanics and ensures safe efficient repairs to support airport operations.
WHAT ITS LIKE TO WORK AS A LEAD MECHANIC
- Supervise and coordinate mechanics in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment
- Diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical issues
- Ensure all repairs comply with safety standards and regulations
- Conduct quality inspections and provide expert guidance on repairs
- Train and mentor junior mechanics and technicians
- Manage parts and tools inventory and maintain accurate maintenance records
- Exemplify PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards
- Perform any additional duties as assigned by management
WHY WORK FOR PRIMEFLIGHT
- Enjoy benefits like 401(k) with matching health dental vision and life insurance paid time off growth opportunities and more (*part-time benefits may vary)
- We are committed to being a leading provider of commercial services within the aviation industry
- Our teams focus on maintaining a positive working environment and treating all team members with respect
- With more than 200 locations across the world we offer opportunities for career progression
- Enjoy a competitive pay scale
QUALIFICATIONS
- 18 years of age or older
- Eligible to work in the United States
- Must have a valid state-issued drivers license with an acceptable driving record
- Communicate effectively in English (reading writing speaking)
- 5 years of experience as a mechanic with a strong background in vehicle and equipment maintenance preferably in an airport or similar industrial setting
- Proven leadership or supervisory experience in a mechanical maintenance environment
- In-depth knowledge of mechanical hydraulic and electrical systems
- Excellent problem-solving organizational and communication skills
- Ability to mentor and train staff in mechanical maintenance techniques
- Flexibility to work in different shifts and respond to emergency maintenance needs
- Ability to access and interpret information in print and electronically including the use of electronic devices including IPads/Tablets Computers and Mobile Devices
- Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients both in-person and through electronic means
- Pass a background check and drug screen
- Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA TSA Port Authority U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable)
- Airlines are 24/7 so we need our team members to be flexible to work various shifts including nights weekends and holidays
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.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/WORKING CONDITIONS MAY INCLUDE:
- Ability to lift up to 70 pounds
- Prolonged standing and walking in an indoor/outdoor environment as applicable
- May need to reach with arms and grasp with hands
- May need to push pull
- May need to crawl and crouch at times in confined tight spaces
- May need to bend stretch squat kneel
- May need to climb and work at elevated heights
- Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels
- Exposure to Biohazards and/or Chemicals
- Exposure to outdoor elements
- Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms
- Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms wrists hands and/or fingers
- Specific vision abilities required for this job include: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
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.
PrimeFlight Aviation Services Inc. is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at PrimeFlight Aviation Service Inc. without regard to race ethnicity religion color sex gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation national origin ancestry uniform service member and veteran status marital status pregnancy age protected medical condition genetic information disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal state/province and local laws.
Key Skills
- Mechanic Experience
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Air Brake
- Alignment
- Automotive Diagnostics
- Automotive Repair
- Maintenance
- Welding
- Hydraulics
- Equipment Repair
- Leadership Experience
About Company
If you have a positive attitude, provide great customer service and enjoy working in a team-oriented environment, we invite you to apply. With over 50 airport locations and positions ranging from aircraft fueler and cleaner to wheelchair, baggage service and ramp agent, we provide ben ... View more
