Unit Manager, Customer Operations

Piedmont Airlines; Washington; On-site; USD 61,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Holiday pay

401(k)

Vacation

Family travel on American Airlines net

Medical and dental available

Job summary

Piedmont Airlines is seeking a Unit Manager, Customer Operations in our Ground Handling Department in Washington, DC. The role oversees daily operations, coaches staff, and ensures adherence to policies for safe equipment handling and staffing.

Responsibilities include scheduling, performance reviews, and reporting. The ideal candidate has proven team leadership, strong communication, and familiarity with airport operations and internal controls.

Qualifications

• Proven success as a Team Leader and preplanning manpower/equipment.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Able to work with all management levels and staff.
• Defuse conflicts among team members and maintain discipline.
• Familiarity with office software and internal controls processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Ground Handling department.
• Coach and develop staff, including supervisors and agents.
• Schedule staff, manage shifts, overtime, and coverage.
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly performance reports.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

Skills

Team leadership

Manpower planning

Independent worker

Conflict resolution

Microsoft Office

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Aviation/Business

Tools

QIK

Sabre

ICM

Microsoft Office

Job description

Unit Manager, Customer Operations page is loaded## Unit Manager, Customer Operationslocations: Washington, DCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: November 19, 2026 (9 days left to apply)job requisition id: R1014541*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 wheelchairsThe 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:**$60,500.00/Annual Salary - 70,000.00/Annual Salary (Based on locale and experience)*Piedmont Airlines, Inc. is committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and making all employment decisions based on business needs and job-related qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.**I**n addition to a competitive salary, we offer bonuses awarded in accordance with company policies and applicable criteria.*Job Application Deadline:November 19, 2026### Please note that job postings expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on the day before the job application deadline. Ensure your application is submitted on time to be considered for the position.