Aircraft Ground Services Supervisor

Colonial Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a dnata Ground Service Agent Supervisor to oversee a team of agents responsible for loading and unloading aircraft. You will guide inbound/outbound planes to gates, ensure bags and cargo are handled safely, and operate ground support equipment while maintaining strict safety standards.

The role requires supervising 5–10 agents, coordinating with flight crews, and adhering to federal, airport, and company policies.

Qualifications

• Possess/maintain a valid state driver's license and other FAA/Airport required identifications/seals or authorizations.
• Must be able to pass SIDA airport and training tests.
• Possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Possess basic computer literacy.
• 1-2 years Ground Service Agent and/or Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of 5 to 10 agents responsible for the loading and unloading of aircraft.
• Guiding inbound/outbound airplanes to and from the gate.
• Lifting, loading, unloading, and transporting passenger bags and cargo to/from aircraft, bag carts, dollies, and conveyor belts.
• Driving and/or operating ground support equipment, such as tow tractors, tow bars, belt loaders, container loaders, baggage tugs and more.
• Maintaining safety and security on the ramp and practicing all safety policies and procedures.
• Communicating efficiently with ground personnel and flight crews.
• Maintaining an understanding of and following all applicable federal, state, airport, and company regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Working with other departments to ensure on-time performance of flights.
• Performing other duties as assigned.
• Must be physically able to perform the essential functions of the job, including but not limited to standing, lifting, bending, stooping, walking, crawling, pushing, and pulling for extended periods of time.
• Push, pull, lift, and load up to 70 pounds (32 kg) on a regular basis.
• Ascend/descend the jet-way stairs while carrying baggage.
• Ability to read and interpret aircraft load sheets, check baggage tags, and cargo labels.
• Ability to understand and react to verbal and visual commands and safety warnings, with and without the assistance of sight or visual aids.
• Work outside in all types of weather and around jet and machinery noises.

Skills

Ground Service Experience

Supervisory Experience

SIDA Certification

Driver's License

Basic Computer Literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Colonial Group is seeking a dnata Ground Service Agent Supervisor to oversee a team of agents responsible for loading and unloading aircraft. You will guide inbound/outbound planes to gates, ensure bags and cargo are handled safely, and operate ground support equipment while maintaining strict safety standards.

The role requires supervising 5–10 agents, coordinating with flight crews, and adhering to federal, airport, and company policies.