Gateway Operations Manager Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Description

Foxtrot Aviation Services is looking for dedicated, energetic, quality and safety-focused individuals to join our ever-growing family!

Foxtrot provides members of the aviation industry with top-of-the-line aircraft detailing, line service, and facility cleaning services. We service a wide variety of aircraft and facilities both large and small! This position is based out of Lake City Gateway Airport (LCQ); our company is continually growing, and we need candidates who meet and exceed our expectations of becoming the nation's leading aircraft detailing and facility support company!

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Working Landscaping/Aviation Supervisor to lead and support operations at our facility. The ideal candidate will prioritize safety, quality, and efficiency while overseeing a team of maintenance and aircraft cleaning staff. This role requires strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving and operational management.

shift Scheduled: Monday- Friday 5:00 am - 1:30 pm. 

Key Responsibilities:

Cleaning Duties:

• Maintain the exterior grounds of the facility to ensure a clean, safe, and professional environment for employees, customers, and visitors.
• Operate commercial landscaping equipment, including zero-turn lawn mowers, to mow and maintain 100+ acres of property, ensuring grass is kept at appropriate height and appearance standards.
• Cut and trim vegetation along fence lines and perimeter areas to prevent overgrowth, maintain visibility, and protect facility infrastructure.
• Manage and control weed growth in sand and dirt parking lots, utilizing appropriate tools, equipment, or approved treatments to keep parking areas accessible and presentable.
  
• Trim grass, shrubs, and vegetation along the perimeter of buildings and facility structures, ensuring proper clearance around entrances, walkways, and operational areas.
  
• Inspect exterior grounds regularly to identify landscaping, drainage, or maintenance issues and report concerns to leadership for resolution.
• Maintain and safely operate landscaping tools and equipment, ensuring proper storage, maintenance, and compliance with safety procedures.
• Monitor and replenish cleaning supplies, ensuring that all necessary products are available for use.
• Perform interior aircraft cleaning, including vacuuming carpets, wiping tray tables, cleaning galleys and lavatories, sanitizing seating areas, and removing trash and debris to ensure aircraft are ready for passenger service.
• Conduct exterior aircraft washing using approved equipment, chemicals, and procedures to safely clean aircraft fuselage, wings, windows, and landing gear areas while protecting sensitive aircraft components.
• Inspect aircraft interiors and exteriors after cleaning to ensure quality standards are met and address any deficiencies immediately.

Safety Management:

• Enforce all safety policies, specifically policy 700, and communicate safety issues effectively to the team.
• Identify and report hazardous behaviors, poor job site safety, and training needs.
• Complete necessary safety documentation, including HIT Forms and hazardous attitude reports, and assist in incident investigations.

Scheduling and Attendance:

• Build and manage a flexible schedule that meets operational needs. Report any scheduling requests or concerns to the Operations Manager (OM).
• Maintain an acceptable attendance record and document any call-offs or absences. Assume scheduling responsibilities in the absence of the OM.

Team Development:

• Participate in the hiring process, including interviews and background checks, ensuring timely onboarding of new team members.
• Identify team member skills and areas for improvement, relaying this information to the OM.

Inventory and Equipment Management:

• Review locker reorder forms and ensure adequate stock levels of GO-Bags, carts, and van supplies.
• Identify and rectify any equipment or chemical shortages to maintain operational efficiency.

Quality Control:

• Acquire and maintain Level 4 certification competencies annually.
• Inspect quality standards on all jobs, performing final quality control on facilities and addressing quality complaints effectively.
• Train team members on quality standards and methods to rectify imperfections.

Training and Compliance:

• Train new team members on all services offered, safety compliance, and operational protocols.
• Collaborate with the Training/Safety Department to ensure compliance in all training-related items, documenting safety compliance tracking as necessary.

Communication and Coordination:

• Foster a cooperative work environment by effectively communicating with coworkers, supervisors, and upper management.
• Present operational challenges clearly and coordinate necessary staffing changes on the job site.
• Manage customer requests professionally and report issues to HR as needed.

Vehicle Management:

• Ensure all vehicles are fueled and ready for dispatch, completing vehicle inspection forms and reporting discrepancies or damages to the OM.
• Monitor compliance with safety measures while operating vehicles in airport operations areas (AOA).

Operational Leadership:

• Understand and track labor metrics, advising on overages and maintaining visibility on revenue goals and profit and loss (P&L) statements.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Previous supervisory experience in a janitorial or related field, preferably within the aviation industry.
• Comprehensive knowledge of safety protocols and incident reporting requirements.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on team development.
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules and operational needs.
• Proficiency in quality control standards and training methodologies.

Benefits and Pay:

• Pay: $20.00 Per Hour
• Opportunities for advancement within the company.
• Comprehensive training programs.
• Supportive work environment focused on safety and teamwork.
• Health insurance available to all Full-Time employees
• 401k with a generous company match to all employees.

The Culture

FoxTrot is not a typical service company. We are a highly aggressive, tight knit, caring group of action-oriented individuals.

We are growing at 70%+ per year due to our excellent reputation and high standards. This job may not be right for someone with extensive outside commitments or side hustles. We need your full focus.

We are fearless; our team is relentlessly building new, and robust systems. It is up to you to provide feedback on these systems. Don't accept average, expect excellence from your leadership team.

The Rewards

Apply if you would like to contribute to building an organization that is large, great, and lasting. In the process, open your world up to extensive travel, learning opportunities, and career growth potential.

Start building your career today at FoxTrot Aviation!