Supervisor - Facility Maintenance Operations at United Airlines

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 May, 26

Salary

141765.0

Posted On

08 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Maintenance Planning, Team Leadership, Technical Training, Customer Relations, Safety Compliance, Environmental Compliance, Root Cause Analysis, Communication, Productivity Management, Employee Accountability, Preventative Maintenance, Union Environment, Building Maintenance, HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing

Industry

Airlines and Aviation

Description

Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network. Come join us to create what’s next. Let’s define tomorrow, together. Description At United, we have some of the best aircraft in the world. Our Technical Operations team is full of aircraft maintenance technicians, engineers, planners, ground equipment and facilities professionals, and supply chain teams that help make sure they’re well taken care of and ready to get our customers to their desired destinations. If you’re ready to work on our planes, join our Tech Ops experts and help keep our fleet in tip-top shape. Job overview and responsibilities This position is required to supervise facilities maintenance operations at United staffed maintenance locations. Responsible for the local maintenance planning and execution; productivity, accountability and dependability program execution and (SLA) service level agreement compliance delivering the optimum level of performance in support of safe and reliable airline operations. Partners with all local customer bases ensuring positive customer relations and service level goals achieved. Maintain a positive working together relationship in a union environment. Supervises Mechanic team performance and execution against all division and corporate maintenance objectives. This includes maintenance customer (SLA) service level agreement compliance, maintenance cycle time, all in service level goals / tolerances, planned and preventative maintenance program compliance. Leads efficient and effective team maintenance operations in a positive, productive and safe work environment. Supervises maintenance productivity, coordinates technical training, manages employee dependability issues, supports team recognition program and supports employee accountability programs in accordance with policy. Leads safe and environmentally compliant maintenance operations. Supports all safety / OSHA, environmental and training programs compliance. Supports safety mitigation programs and leads investigations that support root cause analysis of accidents, injuries and incidences involving facility areas or team personnel. Maintains proactive communication and positive relations with maintenance team and customer group stakeholders. Manages accurate and effective customer reporting and communication programs while sustaining positive customer service and effectiveness ratings. Supervises Mechanic team performance and execution against all division and corporate maintenance objectives This includes maintenance customer (SLA) service level agreement compliance, maintenance cycle time, all in service level goals / tolerances, planned and preventative maintenance program compliance Supports efficient and effective team maintenance operations in a positive, productive and safe work environment Supervises maintenance productivity, coordinates technical training, manages employee dependability issues, supports team recognition program and supports employee accountability programs in accordance with policy Lead safe and environmentally compliant maintenance operations Supports all safety / OSHA, environmental and training programs compliance Supports safety mitigation programs and leads investigations that support root cause analysis of accidents, injuries and incidences involving ground service equipment or team personnel Maintains proactive communication and positive relations with maintenance team and customer group stakeholders Manages accurate and effective customer reporting and communication programs while sustaining positive customer service and effectiveness ratings Qualifications What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications): Post-secondary education in a technical- or maintenance –related field, or equivalent work experience Minimum 2 years experience in a maintenance- related role Knowledge of planning and execution of maintenance operations, leading a team of maintenance personnel, advanced computer skills Possess related technical knowledge Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications): Associate’s degree in business or related field Related Skills / Trades Licenses Prefer experience in building maintenance/systems-related maintenance operations Prefer knowledge of facilities / building maintenance skills / trades, such as Electrical, HVAC, Conveyor, Plumbing, building maintenance / systems Job Posting End Date: 2/13/2026 The base pay range for this role is $115,990.25 to $141,765.86. The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards. You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges. United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.

Responsibilities

Supervise facilities maintenance operations, ensuring compliance with service level agreements and maintenance objectives. Lead a team to maintain a safe, productive, and positive work environment while managing customer relations.