Facilities Maintenance Operations Lead

American Airlines; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel perks

Health benefits

Wellness programs

401(k) program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

American Airlines is seeking a Facilities Maintenance leader to oversee Plant Maintenance operations at our largest HUB. You will direct facilities-related work, manage in-house and contracted vendors, and ensure all programs meet company standards.

You will evaluate staff and vendors, review quotes, manage repair work orders, and monitor costs while driving cost-efficiency and operational reliability across the station.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• 1 year leadership experience supervising production operation in an area related to heavy/shop maintenance.
• Knowledge of HVAC and industrial mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist Management in evaluating Plant Maintenance employees and vendors for qualifications, experience levels, facilities, parts support and overall ability to comply with Facility maintenance department programs and procedures.
• Makes technical recommendations regarding facilities/ (GSE) department, review contracts and vendor quotes for accuracy and correct job scope.
• Initiates and manages repair work orders for time and material vendors as per the outlined procedures.
• Reviews vendor invoices for correct labor and material charges.
• Informs Station Management of Facilities abuse related damage and accident repair cost.
• Assists local station management, personnel and vendors with part procurement and technical expertise to expedite repairs.
• Works with station personnel and vendors for product improvement and equipment upgrades. Provide vendors with direction to enhance the operation and improve cost efficiencies.
• Performs Facilities, station, and vendor audits to ensure compliance with all Facilities Maintenance policies, procedures and standards.
• Completes other duties as assigned by management.
• Some travel may be required.
• Must pass a background reference check and criminal fingerprint check.
• Must pass a background for SIDA badge, if applicable.

Skills

Leadership experience

HVAC knowledge

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Microsoft Office

Airline/technical operations

People management

Education

High School diploma or GED equivalency

HVAC and industrial mechanical systems knowledge

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

American Airlines is seeking a Facilities Maintenance leader to oversee Plant Maintenance operations at our largest HUB. You will direct facilities-related work, manage in-house and contracted vendors, and ensure all programs meet company standards.

You will evaluate staff and vendors, review quotes, manage repair work orders, and monitor costs while driving cost-efficiency and operational reliability across the station.