Supervisor - Vanderlande Logistics (Austin, TX)Vanderlande Logistics LLC is seeking a full-time
Supervisor to support our team at the Austin, Texas airport site. This role requires strong leadership, technical understanding, and the ability to manage a fast-paced operations and maintenance environment.
Position OverviewThe Supervisor provides full shift oversight of an airport operations & maintenance contract, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable system performance. This role supports daily operations, leads technical staff, and serves as acting Site Manager when needed.
Key Responsibilities- Oversee all shift activities for a busy international airport operation
- Enforce and administer all safety regulations and safe work practices
- Maintain full shift coverage and ensure employees remain on post and engaged
- Communicate effectively with internal teams, airport partners, and stakeholders
- Perform Site Manager duties during absences
- Communicate operating philosophy, expectations, and objectives to technical staff
- Conduct QA/QC checks on preventive maintenance and repair activities
Physical RequirementsMust be able to perform physical duties including lifting 50-100 lbs, bending, reaching, climbing, walking, crawling, standing, sitting, climbing stairs, speaking, and hearing.
Required Skills & Education- Minimum 3 years of experience supervising operational or mechanical teams
- Working knowledge of maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and testing of Baggage Handling Systems
- Strong leadership and communication skills in a high-paced environment
- Experience with scheduling, workflow management, and maintenance software
- Excellent customer relations skills
- Valid driver's license with clean MVR
- Associate/Technical Degree or equivalent industry experience
- 5+ years of overall experience
- Ability to pass all airport background checks and security screenings
- Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship now or in the future)
Preferred Technical Knowledge- Electro-mechanical and electronics skills
- Mechanical troubleshooting (belts, bearings, pulleys, drives, gearmotors)
- Industrial electrical troubleshooting (480V 3-phase, control circuits, VFDs, I/O systems)
- Ability to read electrical schematics
- Familiarity with PLCs, SCADA, servers, Ethernet/fiber networks, switches, and barcode systems
Why Join Vanderlande?- Benefits start Day 1
- $1,000 Sign-On Bonus
- Starting pay rate: $40.00/hr (actual rate may vary based on experience, skills, and location)
- 18 days PTO
- Matching 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement & professional development
- Inclusive, collaborative culture that values empowerment, communication, and diversity
- Career growth opportunities
