Description

Find your future at United! We’re reinventing what our industry looks like, and what an airline can be – from the planes we fly to the people who fly them. When you join us, you’re joining a global team of 100,000+ connected by a shared passion with a wide spectrum of experience and skills to lead the way forward.

Achieving our ambitions starts with supporting yours. Evolve your career and find your next opportunity. Get the care you need with industry-leading health plans and best-in-class programs to support your emotional, physical, and financial wellness. Expand your horizons with travel across the world’s biggest route network. Connect outside your team through employee-led Business Resource Groups.

Create what’s next with us. Let’s define tomorrow together.

At United, we fly into airports around the entire world. And we need a whole team of people to keep things running in tip-top shape! From the exceptional service at the check-in counter to the departure gate, and even behind the scenes making sure your checked bags arrive with you, our Airport Operations team keeps operations at our airports running smoothly every single day.

Key Responsibilities

The Manager Airport Operations Ramp Service, is responsible for overseeing all aspects of Ramp Operations. Lead, align and develop front line supervisors and front line employees. Utilize operational expertise and decision making capability, financial, technology, logistics and management disciplines to support and create strategic objectives and direction. Execute station financial and operational plans and adjust as needed throughout the year in order to achieve corporate and local station goals. Excel in goal directed leadership, analytical thinking, financial controls, budgeting, customer service and policy/procedures. Requires in depth knowledge of department work rules and good relationship with Union leaders.

Maximize safe operational performance, financial controls, i.e. Overtime, GSE Abuse and Safety Performance MetricsOperational Performance Goals (Corporate)Arrival Performance, On-time and within 14 both domestic and International, Red Zone performance, Departure Performance, Headstarts//Departures 00//Turn Performance, Mishap Rates, Occupational InjuriesOperational Performance Goals (Local)International Departure 00, APU runtime efficiencyOperational Performance Goals (Terminal Operations)Mishap Rates, OSHA Recordable Rate / OJI’s, Productivity metrics, Baggage Performance (MBR), Priority Baggage Delivery, Inbound Baggage Delivery, Overall Bag/Mail scanning metrics, International ProductFinancial PerformanceAssist in managing a 98 mm annual budgetOperational planning and safe implementation of all ground handling activitiesManagement and frontline employee interaction and business/employee relationship development;Interface and work with department heads, Business Partners, Government Agencies, Airport Authority & Vendor LeadershipStrategically planning/long-term development of department operationsQualificationsWhat's needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):High school diploma or equivalentValid Driver’s License3+ years of operational leadership experienceChange Management experienceExcellent Communication SkillsAbility to lead and develop Leaders and frontline employeesAbility to lead and sustain continuous improvement environment and initiatives.Ability to engage employees at all levels and build a positive working environmentAble to attain specific clearances including but are not limited to FAA / TSA / Airport Authority / US CustomsMust be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorshipSuccessful completion of interview required to meet job qualificationReliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the positionWhat will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years of leadership experience3+ years Airport Hub Ramp Operations leadership experienceExtensive experience in managing station ramp, cargo & mail, deicing and receipt and dispatch operationsExcellent employee and union relations as well as experience administering union contractsExperience in relationship building and negotiation with contract vendors, government agencies, such as Airport Authority, Headquarters support organizations, and other airlines leadershipDemonstrated leadership ability in large departmental environmentBusiness acumenStrong Union Relations backgroundCollaboration skills in regard to implementation of a CBA

Posting Job End Date: 3/23/2025

The base pay range for this role is $99,750.00 to $135,960.00.
The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.

You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.

United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.