Aviation Operations Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Req ID: 483410  

Benefits: * Fuel Your Growth with Love's - company funded tuition assistance * Paid Time Off * 401(k) - 100% Match up to 5% * Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance after 30 days * Competitive Pay Career Development 

BASIC PURPOSE: The Aviation Operations Specialist II is responsible for performing a wide variety of hands-on aviation support duties to ensure the safe, efficient, professional, and timely operation of the company fleet, hangar, ramp, and office facilities. Working under general supervision, this role plays a key part in daily flight operations by managing aircraft launching and recovery, aircraft cleaning and detailing, hangar and facilities upkeep, inventory control, and additional operational support tasks.

     Aircraft Operations Support:

• Safely launch and recover aircraft in accordance with established procedures, including aircraft marshalling, towing with electric tugs, and precise positioning for departures, arrivals, and maintenance activities.
• Conduct pre- and post-flight inspections of ramp and aircraft movement areas to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Coordinate and execute efficient aircraft repositioning to support flight schedules, passenger movements, and maintenance requirements.

• Perform thorough interior and exterior cleaning and detailing of aircraft to the highest company standards, including vacuuming, surface sanitization, window cleaning, leather conditioning, carpet treatment, and stain removal.
• Complete specialized cleaning tasks between flights and deep-detailing as required to maintain a premium, five-star appearance for passengers and crew.
• Ensure proper use and storage of approved cleaning products while adhering to manufacturer recommendations and environmental regulations.

• Maintain the cleanliness, organization, and operational readiness of the hangar, ramp, and support areas to maximize efficiency and safety.
• Execute daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning schedules, including FOD (Foreign Object Debris) prevention, floor care, equipment organization, and waste management.
• Identify and promptly report facility maintenance needs or safety hazards.

• Monitor, track, and maintain adequate inventory levels of hangar supplies, cleaning materials, office consumables, and operational items.
• Timely ordering, receiving, inspection, and proper storage of supplies while keeping accurate records in inventory systems.
• Proactively identify supply needs and recommend cost-effective alternatives that maintain quality standards.

• Provide flexible support to flight crews, maintenance personnel, and management as needed, including basic administrative tasks and office assistance.
• Ensure full compliance with company policies, FAA regulations, safety protocols, and environmental standards.
• Participate in safety briefings, training programs, and process improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support overall aviation operations and hangar efficiency.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Education:
  • • HS Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experience:
• Previous Aviation experience to include:
  • • Minimum of 1 years of Aircraft and facility maintenance
    • Minimum of 1 years of Aircraft tug operations
    • Minimum of 1 years of Hangar operations

SKILLS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Skills:

• • Ability to manage office email
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office
  • Aircraft tracking via phone/tablet apps
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Schedule management for a constantly shifting aircraft schedule
  • Ability to manage numerous competing demands in an extremely high stress environment

• Typical Physical Demands:
  • • • May work in outdoor weather conditions
      • Will be exposed to loud noise, fumes, or dust
      • Occasional lifting, up to 50 pounds
      • Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator

Our Culture: 

Fueling customers' journeys since 1964, innovation leads the way for this family-owned and operated business headquartered in Oklahoma City. With nearly 40,000 team members, travel stops are the core business along with products and services that provide value for professional drivers, fleets, traveling public, RVers, alternative energy and wholesale fuel customers. Giving back to communities and an inclusive workplace are hallmarks of the award-winning culture.

Love's is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans encouraged to apply.