Station Director, Ground Handling

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 Station Director in our Ground Handling Department. The primary responsibility of the position is to set performance goals, hold managers to a strategic budget plan, and promote safe operations throughout their region. This person will have proven leadership skills, be an excellent communicator, and possess strong relationship building skills. This position will report to the Vice President, Ground Handling. 

Essential Duties:

• Oversee a team of Regional Managers from multiple locations, with varied duties based on their station activity
• Focus on support and compliance in vendor handled stations
• Guide management staff with labor relations, operations efficiency, maintenance, facility oversight, safety, and security
• Set performance objectives
• Ensure the operational activities of the regions are adhered to in accordance with established policies and procedures
• Administrative duties to include daily/weekly/monthly reports

Job Qualifications and Competencies:

• Functional knowledge of airport operations
• Five (5) years of senior level leadership experience with an airline
• Extensive knowledge of Piedmont’s policy guides, handbooks, and contracts
• Knowledge of budgeting principals and standard guidelines
• Excellent understanding of Transportation Security Administration (TSA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations
• Prior experience with internal controls processes for accountable items
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in aviation, business, or another related field

Work Environment:

• Standard office environment, use of telephones, 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
• Extensive travel

Physical Requirements:

• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds

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 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.

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 performance-based bonuses and relocation packages, subject to company policy and performance metrics.