Operations Manager - IAD
Discover an exciting future at the Airport! Operations Manager – IAD (Washington Dulles International Airport). Inland Deicing Services (IDS) is the world’s premier airport deicing & environmental services company specializing in the management and processing of glycol effluent generated from aircraft deicing. IDS’s sole focus is the safe, efficient, and professional delivery of deicing and anti‑icing services to carrier customers.
Pay
$75,000 – $85,000
Benefits
- Health, dental, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discounts
- Competitive wages
- Flexible schedule
- Advancement opportunities
- On‑the‑job training
- $300 referral bonuses – unlimited
- DailyPay
Schedule
Flexible schedule
Responsibilities
- Manage all aspects of daily operations and provide leadership and coaching to increase safety, performance, maintenance, flight operations, facility requirements, and customer service.
- Perform station audits, supply information for airline reports, and handle airline and FAA questions/concerns as required.
- Develop and expand working relationships and communications with the Airport Authority and existing customer base.
- Communicate airline manual updates to employees and coordinate with the Director on investigations of security issues, accident reviews, and safety‑measure recommendations.
- Monitor maintenance on all material‑handling equipment and provide safety training for all base employees.
Requirements
- BA/BS in a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
- Successful completion of required background and clearance requirements.
- Minimum 5 years of manager experience handling operations and demonstrated ability to manage budgets.
- Certifications: AOSSP/MSP, FAA/TSA, dangerous goods, air carrier Hazmat, SIDA, and equipment certification.
- Broad airline operational experience (customer service, operations, maintenance, flight operations, facility requirements, airport management, safety/regulatory requirements).
- Knowledge of regulatory and airline policies, warehouse procedures, station equipment, and aircraft handling procedures.
- Excellent time‑management skills and basic understanding of accounting principles.
- Ability to convert kilos and pounds, use tariff books, and apply rates.
- Intermediate computer skills with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
- Valid driver’s license; local travel required to DCA.
Work Environment
- Office environment – extended periods seated, continuous computer use.
- Warehouse – physically strenuous, prolonged standing, exposure to noise, odors, varying temperatures, and heavy moving equipment.
- Outdoor – prolonged standing, exposure to weather, dust, dirt, fuel, fumes, noise, and heavy equipment/vehicles.
Physical Demands
- Use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; speak and hear efficiently.
- Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling.
- Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
- Potential exposure to hazards inherent in airport operations (noise, vehicles, equipment, weather) mitigated by training, PPE, and safety procedures.
Other Duties
This job description does not list all duties that may be required of the employee(s) incumbent in this position. The Inland Group of Companies offers a variety of opportunities in aviation, including deicing aircraft, protecting the environment, and keeping passengers and cargo moving.