Manager Ground Support Equipment

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 Manager, Ground Support Equipment. The primary responsibility of the position is setting daily work schedules, requesting parts and supplies, creating/reviewing labor time entries, and supervising repair operations. In addition, this person will act as a liaison to the Station Managers. The successful candidate will be an experienced mechanic with strong communication skills. This position will report to the Regional Manager, Ground Support Equipment.

Essential Duties:

Set daily work schedule for applicable stations

Open and finish work orders as required

Request parts and supplies required for operations

Create/review labor time entries in database

Perform receiving transactions in database for all stock parts received within sphere of responsibility

Update equipment related information (hour meter readings, etc.) as required

Review repair orders for accuracy and thoroughness

Forward completed repair orders and purchase orders to Regional Manager

Supervise repair operations to ensure acceptable quality of repairs

Act as a liaison to Station Managers

Job Qualifications and Competencies:

Experienced mechanic:  automotive, truck or heavy machinery including gas, diesel, and electric equipment

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Computer skills required

Preferred Qualifications:     

Previous experience as a supervisor 

Post-secondary degree or training program

Work Environment:      

Airport ramp environment, subject to varied weather conditions and elevated noise levels

Available to work all shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays 

Physical Requirements:    

Moderate physical activity, stooping, bending, kneeling

Handle objects up to 70 pounds regularly, up to 100+ pounds occasionally with assistance from co-workers or tools

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:

$72,000.00/Annual Salary - 86,000.00/Annual Salary (Based on locale and experience)

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.