We can’t wait to share our passion for aviation with you! Join a team that works hard, cares for each other and offers plenty of opportunities to grow.At Piedmont Airlines, our strength is the way we deliver industry-leading service to our customers and airline partners. To continue our standard of excellence, Piedmont is seeking a motivated, reliable professional to join our team as a Ramp Supervisor in our Ground Handling Department. The primary responsibility of the position is to manage the operational activities of the department in accordance with established policies and procedures. The Ramp Supervisor also conducts briefs, distributes training materials/checklists to mentors, creates schedules, and provides hands-on assistance to the training department. The successful candidate will have outstanding organizational skills, be able to defuse conflicts among team members, and be familiar with Microsoft Office Suite. This position will report to the General Manager.Essential Duties:
Provide oversight and direct on-the-job training for new hires and recurrent training for existing employees in all ramp functions
Conduct briefing and distribution of training material/checklists to mentors
Create and coordinate schedules
Provide hands-on assistance to the Training Department along with feedback to direct managers
Approve employees for release to duty after completion of training programs
Coach and provide career development to the staff
Correct non-compliant behavior and impose disciplinary action as required
Understand the corporate culture, policies, and goals, and take measures to implement these into daily work routines
Manage a staff of employees with varied duties
Administrative duties, including daily/weekly/monthly reports
Maximize operational performance for the station by adjusting to changes in operational conditions and proactively solving problems
Supervise, direct, and monitor personnel in the completion of their duties and adjust, as necessary, to ensure on-time performance and quality customer service
Provide support when employee absence affects the operation
Job Qualifications and Competencies:
Outstanding organizational skills and ability to multi-task
Ability to work independently, set and meet own deadlines
Ability to work well with all levels of management and support staff
Able to defuse conflicts among team members
Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous airline management experience
Current Piedmont employee with a minimum six months of service
Knowledge of basic airport procedures and fundamental job requirements for gate and ramp agents
Extensive knowledge of QIK, Sabre
Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation, Business, or related field
Work Environment:
Use of computers and other office equipment
Airport ramp environment, subject to varied weather conditions and elevated noise levels
All shifts including weekends, nights, holidays and/or irregular shifts
Physical Requirements:
Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, walking, standing, reaching, lifting, climbing up and down stairs
Handle objects up to 70 pounds
Assist passengers with disabilities, including, but not limited to, pushing wheelchairs
The above statements provide a brief description of the general nature of work performed and are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Duties and expectations are subject to change as needed.Employment is contingent upon a valid driver’s license and clear driving record, 10-year Criminal History Records Check, and drug screen as required. We also require proof of high school or GED completion. Minimum 18 years of age.Benefit package includes paid training, holiday pay, 401(k), vacation, and family travel on the American Airlines network. Medical and dental available.M/F Disabled and Vet EEO/AA EmployerStarting Rate:$17.50/HourlyAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Our team is a diverse group of people, all with a passion for aviation. We strive for excellence, and recognize that everyone – no matter which job title they hold – is responsible for our success. We celebrate our accomplishments together and learn from our mistakes. We hold each other accountable. We work as a team. We care for each other. We are Piedmont.
