Unit Manager, Customer Operations

Piedmont Airlines; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Holiday pay

401(k)

Medical and dental

Job summary

Piedmont Airlines in Charlotte, NC, seeks a Unit Manager, Customer Operations for the Ground Handling Department. You will oversee daily operations, coach staff, and ensure safety and policy adherence, with focus on staffing, equipment, and performance management.

The role requires a proven team leader capable of preplanning manpower, coordinating with supervisors and agents, and delivering accurate reports. A strong aviation background and customer-service mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Aviation, Business, or related field.
• Two years supervisory experience in Ramp and Customer Service.
• Working knowledge of Airport Operations Area (AOA) environment.
• Extensive knowledge of QIK, Sabre, and the Internal Controls Manual (ICM).
• Strong leadership and staff development abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Ground Handling Department.
• Coach staff and provide career development guidance.
• Enforce policies, address non-compliance, and implement corrective actions.
• Plan manpower and equipment; supervise supervisors and agents.
• Prepare regular reports (daily/weekly/monthly).
• Schedule staff, assign work, manage overtime and back-ups.
• Conduct employee performance reviews.

Skills

Team Leadership

Independence

Cross-Functional

Conflict Resolution

MS Office

Internal Controls

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Aviation, Business, or related field

Tools

QIK

Sabre

ICM

Job description

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 leader to join our team as a Unit Manager, Customer Operations 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 in a unit where focus is on safe equipment handling and staffing. The Unit Manager coaches and provides career development to the team as part of managing a team with various duties to include supervisors and agents. The successful candidate will have proven success as a team leader with the ability to preplan manpower and equipment. This position will report to the Department Manager, Customer Operations.

Essential Duties

• Keep both the company goals and customer expectations in mind when overseeing daily operations
• Coach and provide career development to the staff
• Correct non-compliant behavior and impose corrective action as required
• Understand the corporate culture, policies, and goals, and take measures to implement these into daily work routines
• Manage a team with various duties to include supervisors and agents
• Administrative duties to include daily/weekly/monthly reports
• Responsible for staff scheduling to include work assignments/rotations, employee breaks, overtime assignment, and back up for absent employees
• Conduct employee performance reviews

Job Qualifications And Competencies

• Proven success as a Team Leader with ability to preplan manpower and equipment
• 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
• Prior experience with internal controls processes for accountable items

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of supervisory experience in both Ramp and Customer Service
• Working knowledge of Airport Operations Area (AOA) environment
• Extensive knowledge of QIK, Sabre, and the Internal Controls Manual (ICM)
• 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.

Starting Rate

$54,500.00/Annual Salary

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer bonuses awarded in accordance with company policies and applicable criteria.

Job Application Deadline

September 7, 2026