Grant Aviation is an Alaskan regional air carrier serving rural Alaska since 1971. With bases in Bethel, Emmonak, Dillingham, King Salmon, Cold Bay, Dutch Harbor, Kenai, and Anchorage, Grant Aviation provides scheduled air transport of passengers, cargo, and mail, as well as air ambulance and charter service. Grant Aviation employs approximately 360 people.
We believe that air travel isnt a luxury - its a necessity - and we are committed to creating a safe, friendly, and reliable experience for all our customers.
Our company is built upon respect for our customers, employees, and communities, and we constantly work to improve our operations to ensure smooth travel and enjoyable experiences. We are professional, while staying true to our Alaskan roots and commitment to the personal touch.
POSITION: Assistant Station Manager
This position is on-site in Bethel, AK.
This rotational full-time position works as part of the Grant Aviation management team to ensure that our stations operate efficiently and safely. Assistant Managers are responsible for working with the manager in day-to-day operations that include the safe operations of aircraft and other related equipment; accurate, timely, and efficient operations of flight schedules; and safe and reliable movement of passengers and cargo. Duties include oversight of aircraft dispatch, US Mail processing, passenger reservations, check-in, manifests, and various billing and accounting requirements. Assistant Managers work on a shift schedule (e.g. 2 weeks on/2 weeks off).
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND JOB FUNCTIONS
- Manage Employee Life Cycle, Onboarding, Offboarding, Retention.
- Base Supply Ordering, Receiving, Stock Management.
- Lines of Reporting/Communication.
- External and Community Interfacing.
- Safety Reporting.
- Other duties as required by management.
POSITION REPORTING STRUCTURE
- Reports to the Station Manager.
- Works with Customer Service Supervisor, Cargo Supervisor, Ramp Supervisor.
- Interface with Lead Pilots and Mechanics, and Facility Maintenance to ensure proper communication.
MEASURES OF SUCCESS
- Safe operations of all station aspects.
- Recurrent and Initial training up to date for employees.
- Daily Reporting and tracking.
- Scheduled flights depart on time depending on weather conditions.
- Profitability of flights based on passenger ridership and cargo shipments.
- Adherence to USPS regulations for handling of US Mail.
- Customer satisfaction reviews.
GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
- Previous experience with management and customer service.
- Familiar with equipment operations in remote locations.
- Knowledge of logistics and/or flight operations.
- General maintenance or construction skills helpful.
- Possess effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office with ability to learn and master new computer programs.
- Be available for shift work to include nights and weekends.
- Able to pass a 10-year background check and work in the US.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
- Competitive pay - our salary range starts around $70k annually for this 26-week-per-year position and your pay will be set based on your experience, aptitude, and qualifications
- Medical, dental, and vision.
- Company-paid life insurance and AD&D.
- PTO and paid holidays.
- Flight benefits.
- 401(k) program.
- Employee assistance program.
- HSA for qualified plans.
- Voluntary life insurance and AD&D.
- Voluntary short- and long-term disability.
- Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Frequent listening, talking, walking, sitting, standing
- Frequent lifting of up to 70 pounds
- Frequent computer-based work
- Operating a range of office and small to medium equipment
Grant Aviation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Candidates seeking reasonable accommodation in the recruitment or employment processes should contact Human Resources at: humanresourcesflygrant.com.
If this sounds like a fulfilling role for you, please submit your resume today! We would love to have you on board as soon as possible!
Candidates may be subject to pre-employment background checks and drug testing as a condition of employment.
