New York, NY, USA
1 day ago
Transportation Representative - Tower Operations

We’re looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone’s journeys better.

Position is responsible for serving as unit’s primary representative working in the Airport Tower for our major customer's operations where the decisions such as gate changes, aircraft swaps, and delays are made.

Annual Salary Range: 60-65K Annually

Location: 30 Inip Dr, Inwood, NY 11096

Benefits

Paid time off

401k, with company match

Company sponsored life insurance

Medical, dental, vision plans

Voluntary short-term/long-term disability insurance

Voluntary life, accident, and hospital plans

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts

Free hot healthy meals for unit operations roles

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Analyzes data from custom computer screens and proactively communicates airline changes and updates to the unit dispatch and catering teams. Monitors airline arrival and departure times and ensures catering teams complete flights as assigned.Monitors driver’s kitchen department time, alerts unit management when on time departure is in jeopardy and when drivers are late off aircraft, delaying return to unit.Monitors international strips via Prism camera; provides accurate and timely information regarding the operation to the SOC.Makes some operational decisions and communicates directly to transportation teams on the field.Partners with Department Manager to be the voice for the company in delay discussions, and conducts the research needed when contesting a delay.Tracks all flight, gate, meal order and other changes in flights.Serves as back up supervisor when that individual is on the ramp by relaying changes in flights to drivers on the ramp, directing work flow and resolving customer problems.Checks that drivers have completed their run sheets accurately and that all times, aircraft changes, service levels and quantities meet customer specifications.Answers and logs customer calls, concerns and complaints and makes recommendations to resolve on-going issues.

Qualifications

Education:

H.S. diploma requiredAssociate’s degree preferred

Work Experience:

Minimum 3 years of experience working in a customer service capacity required1 year experience directing the work of othersExperience working in the airline industry is preferred

Technical Skills: (Certification, Licenses and Registration)

Basic computer skillsAble to drive on the rampAble to multi-task in a dynamic customer environmentDetail orientedStrong customer service skillsAble to keep calm in high pressure environmentAble to work with a minimum of supervision/off-site environmentAble to make independent decisionsAble to compile data from multiple sources with a high degree of accuracyAble to communicate status changes to all parties in a timely mannerDriven to document and improve processesAble to develop rapport with major client

Language / Communication Skills:

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Job Dimensions

Geographic Responsibility: Unit

Type of Employment: Full time

Travel %: N/A

Exemption Classification: Exempt

Internal Relationships: Drivers, dispatchers and the catering teams

External Relationships: Airline Customers

Work Environment / Requirements of the Job: Work in the airport Tower. This position will rotate periodically between day shift, night shift and vacation relief.

Budget / Revenue Responsibility: N/A

Organization Structure

Direct Line Manager (Title):  Director or Manager, Ops Transport

Dotted Line Manager (Title, if applicable):  N/A

Number of Direct Reports: 0

Number of Dotted Line Reports: 0

Estimated Total Size of Team: 1

gategroup Competencies Required to be Successful in the Job:

Thinking – Information Search and analysis & problem resolution skillsEngaging – Understanding others, Team Leadership and Developing PeopleInspiring – Influencing and building relationships, Motivating and Inspiring, Communicating effectivelyAchieving – Delivering business results under pressure, Championing Performance Improvement and Customer Focus

Demonstrated Values to be Successful in the Position

Employees at gategroup are expected to live our Values of Excellence, Integrity, Passion and Accountability. To demonstrate these Values, we expect to observe the following from everyone:

We treat each other with respect and we act with integrityWe communicate and keep each other informedWe put our heads together to problem solve and deliver excellence as a teamWe have passion for our work and we pay attention to the little detailsWe foster an environment of accountability, take responsibility for our actions and learn from our mistakesWe do what we say we will do, when we say we are going to do itWe care about our coworkers, always taking an opportunity to make someone’s day better

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.  Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.  In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

gategroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or other category under applicable law.

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We anticipate that this job will close on:

02/27/2026

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