Customer Service Supervisor - RIC Airport

Primeflight-Aviation-5; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Job summary

PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is seeking a Customer Service Supervisor at Richmond International Airport (RIC).

This on-site role leads a team of customer service agents, oversees check-in and boarding processes, handles escalated inquiries, and ensures compliance with airline policies and safety regulations. You will collaborate with various airport departments to optimize passenger services and maintain a positive airport environment.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age or older.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• English proficiency (reading, writing, speaking).
• 5 years of customer service experience.
• 2 years of Customer Service Lead experience.
• Aviation industry knowledge.
• Ability to access and interpret information on devices (IPads/Tablets, Computers, Mobile).
• Effective communication with colleagues and clients in person or electronically.
• Eligibility to obtain required credentials/clearances (FAA, RAIC, TSA, Port Authority, etc.).
• Flexibility to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the customer service team to ensure high-quality passenger assistance.
• Monitor and evaluate performance, provide feedback and coaching.
• Address and resolve escalated customer complaints and issues effectively.
• Train and mentor staff in best practices and airport procedures.
• Ensure adherence to airline and airport policies and service standards.
• Coordinate staff schedules, breaks, and shift rotations.
• Implement strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and streamline processes.
• Maintain knowledge of flight information, gate assignments, and services.
• Facilitate communication between agents and other airport departments.
• Manage ticketing and reservation systems, oversee changes and upgrades.
• Conduct regular team meetings and share updates.
• Prepare reports on activities, incidents, and performance metrics.
• Assist in developing and updating customer service manuals and training materials.
• Foster a positive, collaborative work environment and employee engagement.
• Participate in recruiting and hiring new staff.
• Demonstrate PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards.

Skills

Customer service

Team leadership

Aviation knowledge

Communication

Shift flexibility

Credentials eligibility

Job description

Customer Service Supervisor - RIC Airport

Job Category: Airport Operations

• Full-Time
• On-site
• Rate : $18 USD per hour

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Description

WHERE FRIENDLY TAKES FLIGHT – BECOME ACUSTOMERSERVICE SUPERVISOR TODAY!

Interested in working in aviation? Are you looking for a job with stability and growth opportunities?If you are looking for a career with growth potential and work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we want to speak to you!

WHY WORK FOR PRIMEFLIGHT?

• Enjoy benefits like 401(k) with matching, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, growth opportunities, and more (*Benefits may vary based on eligibility)
• 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

SUMMARY OVERVIEW

The Customer Service Supervisor is responsible for supervising and leading a team of customer service agents to ensure a smooth and efficient passenger experience. This role involves overseeing check-in and boarding processes, addressing passenger inquiries and concerns, and upholding compliance with airline policies and safety regulations. You will collaborate with various airport departments to optimize passenger services, resolve operational challenges, and contribute to maintaining a positive airport environment. Additionally, you will play a key role in training and developing customer service agents, monitoring performance, and fostering a culture of excellence in customer service delivery.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversee the daily operations of the customer service team to ensure high-quality passenger assistance
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of customer service agents, providing feedback and coaching
• Address and resolve escalated customer complaints and issues effectively
• Train and mentor customer service staff in best practices and airport‑specific procedures
• Ensure team adherence to airline and airport policies, procedures, and service standards
• Coordinate staff schedules, breaks, and shift rotations to maintain optimal service levels
• Implement strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and streamline service processes
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of flight information, gate assignments, and airport services
• Facilitate effective communication between customer service agents and other airport departments
• Manage ticketing and reservation systems, overseeing booking changes and upgrades
• Conduct regular team meetings to share updates, gather feedback, and discuss service improvements
• Prepare reports on customer service activities, incidents, and performance metrics
• Assist in the development and update of customer service manuals and training materials
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, encouraging teamwork and employee engagement
• Participate in recruiting and hiring new customer service staff
• Exemplify PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS

• 18 years of age or older
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment
• Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• 5 years of customer service experience
• 2 years of Customer Service Lead
• Knowledge of the Aviation Industry
• Ability to access and interpret information in print and electronically, including theuseofelectronic devices including IPads/Tablets, Computers, and Mobile Devices
• Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, both in‑person and through electronic means
• Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, RAIC, 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 CONDITIONSMAY INCLUDE:

• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds
• Prolonged standing and walkingin an indoor/outdoor environmentas applicable
• May needto reach witharms and grasp withhands
• May needto push, pull
• May need tobend, stretch, squat, kneel
• Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels
• Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms
• Tasks may involve repetitive motions of thearms,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 spatialrelationships); 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 proudto 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.

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