Airport Site Manager - PVD

Oshkosh Corporation•Warwick, RI

3d•$82,900 - $134,300

About The Position

Oshkosh AeroTech is seeking a dynamic, results-driven manager to lead airport maintenance operations with a focus on safety, efficiency, and service excellence. The role manages maintenance of baggage handling systems (BHS) and passenger boarding bridges (PBB), including preventive and predictive maintenance schedules, daily operations, workforce scheduling, work orders, budgets, resource allocation, incident response, and customer service. The manager coordinates with airport operations, station managers, airport leadership, airlines, TSA, and airport authorities. The position champions safety and compliance with airport, OSHA, internal, environmental, and regulatory standards. It supports hiring, retention, workforce planning, employee development, and an inclusive, accountable, customer-focused culture. At sites with supervisors or assistant managers, the role also develops their leadership capabilities and succession plans. Additional duties include improving operational procedures and productivity, overseeing administrative tasks such as HR coordination, contract compliance, invoicing, and reporting, and participating in meetings, training, tours, and audits. The manager provides 24/7 on-call support and works varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as operational needs dictate. Work takes place in both office and field settings, including active airport ramps, confined spaces, and areas near aircraft and mechanical systems.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 5 years of supervisory or managerial experience.
Valid driver's license.
Eligibility to obtain and maintain TSA and airport security clearance.
Experience with preventive maintenance and repair of passenger boarding bridges, ground power units, and preconditioned air units.
Experience with preventive maintenance and repair of baggage handling systems, including PLCs, conveyor motors and belts, high-speed diverters, and control room operations.
Experience recording maintenance and producing system performance reports using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
Experience working with customers and providing a high-quality customer experience.
Business acumen and profit-and-loss (P&L) management experience.
Proven leadership and team-building capabilities, including experience building a strong safety culture.
Proficiency with computer systems for data analysis, reporting, and operational monitoring.
Strong problem-solving skills and composure in high-pressure situations.
Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
Comfort working in active airport environments, including ramps and confined spaces, and near aircraft and mechanical systems.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in an airport environment or industry.

Responsibilities

Manage maintenance operations for baggage handling systems (BHS) and passenger boarding bridges (PBB).
Oversee monthly preventive and predictive maintenance schedules, ensuring full compliance and timely completion.
Coordinate daily with airport operations, station managers, and airport leadership to address operational needs and resolve issues.
Manage operational budgets, allocate resources, and control costs while maintaining service quality.
Provide responsive, customer-focused service and address customer concerns and requests with urgency.
Oversee daily site operations, workforce scheduling, work orders, and cross-functional coordination to support performance, productivity, and compliance.
Lead incident response and emergency protocols to maintain uninterrupted service.
Promote a safety-first culture through training, inspections, and compliance with airport, OSHA, and internal standards.
Ensure compliance with operational, environmental, and regulatory guidelines.
Partner with human resources and site administration on hiring, retention, and workforce planning.
Mentor and train team members through on-the-job guidance, performance feedback, and development opportunities.
Foster an inclusive workplace focused on teamwork, accountability, employee engagement, development, and customer satisfaction.
At applicable sites, coach supervisors and assistant managers, develop their leadership capabilities, and support succession planning.
Evaluate, design, and implement procedures to improve efficiency and service delivery.
Oversee administrative responsibilities including HR coordination, contract compliance, invoicing, and reporting.
Serve as the primary liaison with airlines, TSA, and airport authorities.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity and efficiency.
Provide 24/7 on-call support and work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as operational needs dictate.
Participate in scheduled and ad-hoc meetings, training sessions, airport tours, and audits.