Working Aviation Supervisor

Foxtrot-Aviation-Services-2; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life benefits

401K with company match

PTO

Job summary

Foxtrot Aviation Services at George Bush International Airport (IAH) is seeking a dedicated Night Shift Supervisor to lead aircraft detailing and facility cleaning operations. You will manage a team of 5–15 crew members, ensure safety, and maintain paperwork and schedules.

The role emphasizes highly detailed cabin cleaning, aircraft exterior washing, and strict adherence to FoxTrot quality standards, with weekend and some holiday availability required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform physically demanding work.
• Experience in leading teams and daily operations is preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly and coordinate with home office.

Responsibilities

• Lead cabin cleanings to high detail in cockpit, galley, lavatory, and seating areas.
• Clean aircraft exteriors, including during inclement weather.
• Maintain high-detail facility cleanliness at some locations.
• Perform cabin walks to ensure checklist compliance and quality.
• Organize team to maximize labor hours and efficiency.
• Uphold safety standards throughout nightly operations.
• Lead and develop a 5–15 member team with open communication.
• Train staff on quality work, checklists, and safety.

Skills

Lifting 50lbs

Detail cleaning

Medical clearance

Strong communication

Driver's license

Background check

Drug screening

Job description

Description

Foxtrot Aviation Services is looking for dedicated, energetic, quality and safety focused individuals to join our ever-growing family!

Foxtrot provides members of the aviation industry with top-of-the-line aircraft detailing, line service and facility cleaning services. We service a wide variety of aircraft and facilities both large and small! This position is based out of George Bush International Airport (IAH); our company is continually growing, and we need candidates who meet and exceed our expectations of becoming the nation’s leading aircraft detailing and facility support company!

This Position Is Night Shift and Requires Flexible Availability Including Weekends and Some Holidays between the hours of 8:30pm to 5:00am.

1-3 years management or supervisory experience preferred, be willing to perform very physical work, and have open schedule availability.

1) The role is responsible for reliable quality service for our customers (85% cleaning work/15% office work). This means leading cleanings on a daily basis to successful customer sign off and FoxTrot standards.

• a. Lead cabin cleanings to a very high level of detail in the cockpit, galley, lavatory, and passenger seating area
• b. Cleaning the exteriors of aircraft, sometimes outside and in inclement weather
• c. Some locations are required to clean facilities to a high level of detail
• d. Ensuring quality control by performing cabin walks on every aircraft to the checklist standard
• e. Organizing the team to maximize each labor hours and clean most effectively
• f. As the work is going on, ensure safety is upheld to the highest standards

Success metric is high cabin scores and high internal and external quality audit scores

2) Maintain Cost Metrics and Paperwork to ensure profitability and compliance

• a. Ensure a weekly and monthly staff schedule (from 5 to 15 team members) which aligns with FoxTrot labor metrics (training will be provided)
• b. Ensure the team has enough hours at work to retain them
• c. Keep full records of badging complaint with airport rules
• d. Fill out HIT forms as hazards are identified
• e. Complete online forms and upload signed do lists throughout the night
• f. Take stock inventory and place orders with the logistics manager

Success metric is twofold:

• a) 100% closeout form, checklist, and debrief form compliance
• b) Labor metric adherence within tolerances on the pulse sheet

3) Build a rock steady team, with strong communication and collaboration with the home office.

• a. Maintain positive, daily communication with the team
• b. Set elevation goals (development plans) for each team member with the Operations Manager
• c. Train team members in quality work, checklist use, and safety
• d. Work with the back office to post ads, then interview and hire team members based on our 5 values of GRIT, Solidarity, Client Focus, Safety, and Accountability. Work with the back office to ensure timely badging and onboarding
• e. Complete disciplinary forms to document employees
• f. Advocate for raises for quality team members
• g. Helps other teams and drives to other locations to ensure network wide strength

Success metric is less than 35% annual full-time turnover at the location

The Aviation Supervisor reports to and works with the location Operations Manager to ensure 7 day per week coverage for FoxTrot’s Clients. Both of these positions report to a Program Manager.

Skills

• 1) Lifting up to 50lbs, bending, and twisting
• 2) Cleaning to a high level of detail up to 8 hours per day
• 3) Medically cleared to operate heavy machinery and perform all physical work
• 4) The candidate needs to be excellent at communication and available by a cell phone with a consistent number 24/7
• 5) The candidate must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to work

Due to airport badging requirements, the candidate must also:

• 6) Pass a basic background check
• 7) Passing a drug screening

Compensation

Non-Exempt

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Benefits available after a 60 day probation

401K with company match available with 1 year seniority

PTO

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.50 per hour

The Culture

FoxTrot is not a typical service company. We are a highly aggressive, tight knit, caring group of action-oriented individuals.

We are growing at 70%+ per year due to our excellent reputation and high standards. This job may not be right for someone with extensive outside commitments or side hustles. We need your full focus.

We are fearless; our team is relentlessly building new, and robust systems. It is up to you to provide feedback on these systems. Don’t accept average, expect excellence from your leadership team.