General Manager

General Manager, Ground Handling Department

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 General Manager in our Ground Handling Department. The primary responsibility of the position is to manage the operational activities of the station in accordance with established policies and procedures. The General Manager manages a staff with varied duties to include Shift Managers, Supervisors, and Agents. The successful candidate will have proven success as a team leader with the ability to preplan manpower and equipment. This position will report to the Regional Manager, Ground Handling.

Essential Duties :

• Oversee station labor relations, operations efficiencies, maintenance, facilities, and safety and security
• Keep company goals and customer expectations in mind when overseeing daily operations
• Coach and provide career development to the staff
• Correct non-compliant behavior and impose disciplinary action as required
• Understand the corporate culture, policies, and goals, and take measures to implement these into daily work routines
• Manage a staff with varied duties to include Shift Managers, Supervisors, and Agents
• Administrative duties include daily / weekly / monthly reports
• Responsible for staff scheduling to include work assignments / rotations, employee breaks, overtime assignment, and back up for absent employees
• Conduct employee performance reviews

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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 : $62,000.00 / Annual Salary - 68,000.00 / 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.

Job Application Deadline : November 12, 2025 Please note that job postings expire at 11 : 59 PM Eastern Standard Time on the day before the job application deadline. Ensure your application is submitted on time to be considered for the position. Our team is a diverse group of people, all with a passion for aviation. We strive for excellence, and recognize that everyone no matter which job title they hold is responsible for our success. We celebrate our accomplishments together and learn from our mistakes. We hold each other accountable. We work as a team. We care for each other. We are Piedmont. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email us at PiedmontApplicationAccommodations@aa.com.