Supervisor, Facilities/Ground Support Equipment (CE) (Chicago, IL, US)

Location: Chicago O'Hare Intl Apt (ORD-TRML) 
Additional Locations: None
Requisition ID: 34477 

Intro

Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!

Why you'll love this job

• ​This job is a member of the Hubs & Gateways or Stations Team within the Customer Experience Division.
• ​Supervises, coordinates and controls, through crew chiefs or directly as required, employees engaged in servicing facilities or ground maintenance equipment.

What you'll do

• ​Provides general shift supervision and resolves operating problems during tour of duty.
• Interprets company policy and procedures, plans the utilization of manpower and monitors the quality of work performance.
• Assures the adherence to company safety standards.
• Trains crew chiefs in the proper performance of their duties and checks for continued optimum performance.
• Maintains discipline and assures compliance with AA rules and regulations.
• Coordinates training, hires, disciplines and discharges employees.
• Responsibe for day-to-day operation and repairs, service, modification and preventive maintenance of facilities or ground maintenance equipment in accordance with company policies and standards.
• Provides technical assistance to subordinates in troubleshooting and resolving maintenance problems.
• Assists in budget preparation and monitors compliance.

All you'll need for success

Minimum Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• ​High school diploma or GED equivalency
• Prior management experience in large maintenance department using technical abilities in the methods of maintaining and repairing facilities and equipment is required
   

Preferred Qualifications- Education & Prior Job Experience

• ​Airport experience
• Experience leading a team
• Experience adhering to compliance standards in a heavily regulated work environment
   

Skills, Licenses & Certifications

• Knowledge of maintenance trades such as millwright, electrician, plumbing, carpentry, or HVAC experience required
• Required to pass environmental coordinator training
• Must be able to lead and motivate employees in working as a team
• Must be willing to work outdoors in any weather conditions in accordance to AA safety guidelines
• Must fulfill FAA criminal background checks to qualify for unescorted access privileges to airport security identification display areas
• Must be able to secure appropriate airport authority and/or US Customs security badges
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as function effectively as a member of a team
• Ability to make decisions and work effectively under demanding operational conditions in a stressful environment
• Knowledge and understanding of company policies and functional automation applications
• Willing and able to work extra hours to meet operational needs
• Willing and able to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays
• Strong customer service and communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels throughout the organization
   

What you'll get

Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer: 

• Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
• Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more. 
• Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
• 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
• Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more

Feel Free to be yourself at American

From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.

Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.

Additional Locations: None
Requisition ID: 34477 

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