Part-Time Ground Operations Lead(Prairie Village)– Recent Job

Local Part-Time Job Overview: Prairie Village

Snapshot

• Experience: Entry-level friendly, with training in Prairie Village.
• Pay: $24-$30/Hour (approx. $32.3k/Year)
• Based in: Prairie Village, KS (our growing Prairie Village site)
• Urgency: Immediate part-time consideration in Prairie Village.
• Company: United Airlines
• Part-Time Job in Prairie Village: Ground Operations Lead
• Core objectives involve your professional skills in a part-time capacity in Aviation Management.
• Benefits: Eligible part-time team members may receive select benefits.
• Stable part-time work with a friendly Prairie Village team and clear expectations.
• This part-time role in Prairie Village is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
• Our United Airlines part-time team in Prairie Village, KS is growing.
• Benefit from working part-time in Prairie Village, a key hub for the Aviation Management industry.

Orchestrate the Symphony of the Runway

About United Airlines Operations

Precision, speed, and safety are the pillars of United Airlines' ground operations. We are looking for born leaders to command our ramp teams. The Ground Operations Lead is a critical supervisory role within our aviation jobs network, bridging the gap between frontline workers and flight deck crews. If you have a commanding presence and a passion for airport jobs, this is your chance to shine.

Job Summary

As the Below-Wing Coordinator, you are the director of the tarmac. You will oversee a dedicated team of ramp agents to execute flawless, on-time aircraft turnarounds. You are responsible for ensuring every bag is loaded according to strict weight and balance calculations, all ground support equipment is staged correctly, and safety protocols are aggressively maintained. You will solve logistical puzzles in real-time under the roar of jet engines.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Team Command: Direct and assign daily duties to ramp service clerks, ensuring optimal staffing and workflow during peak flight banks.
• Weight & Balance Authority: Audit cargo loads against the flight deck’s manifest to guarantee the structural and aerodynamic safety of the aircraft.
• Safety Auditing: Conduct real-time safety observations, ensuring all personnel are wearing PPE, practicing safe lifting, and adhering to strict "circle of safety" equipment rules.
• Crisis Management: Lead the operational recovery during severe weather events or delayed inbound flights, working closely with the control tower and gate agents.
• Mentorship: Train, coach, and elevate new hires, instilling a dominant culture of safety and excellence.

The United Advantage (Benefits)

Your leadership is rewarded with a dominant compensation package:

• Premium Lead Pay: Significant hourly overrides for leadership duties.
• Global Flight Privileges: See the world with industry-leading travel benefits for you and your family.
• Comprehensive Healthcare: Premium medical, dental, and vision packages tailored for you.
• Union Representation: Enjoy the stability and backing of a strong union contract.

Requirements

• 1 to 3 years of verifiable experience in ramp agent jobs or airline ground handling.
• Proven ability to lead a team in a high-stress, time-sensitive environment.
• Deep understanding of FAA safety regulations and aircraft weight/balance metrics.