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Customer Service Supervisor - DTW Airport

PrimeFlight Aviation Services Inc., Detroit, MI, United States


Customer Service Supervisor - DTW Airport

Posted: April 27, 2026

Full-Time

On-site

Locations
Detroit, MI 48242, USA

Description
Starting at $20.50/hour!

WHERE FRIENDLY TAKES FLIGHT – BECOME ACUSTOMERSERVICE SUPERVISOR TODAY!

Interested in working in aviation? Are you looking for a job with stability and growth opportunities? If you are looking for a career with growth potential and work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we want to speak to you!

WHY WORK FOR PRIMEFLIGHT?

Enjoy benefits like 401(k) with matching, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, growth opportunities, and more (Benefits may vary based on eligibility)

We are committed to being a leading provider of commercial services within the aviation industry

Our teams focus on maintaining a positive working environment and treating all team members with respect

With more than 200 locations across the world, we offer opportunities for career progression

SUMMARY OVERVIEW

The Customer Service Supervisor is responsible for supervising and leading a team of customer service agents to ensure a smooth and efficient passenger experience. This role involves overseeing check-in and boarding processes, addressing passenger inquiries and concerns, and upholding compliance with airline policies and safety regulations. You will collaborate with various airport departments to optimize passenger services, resolve operational challenges, and contribute to maintaining a positive airport environment. Additionally, you will play a key role in training and developing customer service agents, monitoring performance, and fostering a culture of excellence in customer service delivery.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee the daily operations of the customer service team to ensure high-quality passenger assistance

Monitor and evaluate the performance of customer service agents, providing feedback and coaching

Address and resolve escalated customer complaints and issues effectively

Train and mentor customer service staff in best practices and airport-specific procedures

Ensure team adherence to airline and airport policies, procedures, and service standards

Coordinate staff schedules, breaks, and shift rotations to maintain optimal service levels

Implement strategies to enhance customer satisfaction and streamline service processes

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of flight information, gate assignments, and airport services

Facilitate effective communication between customer service agents and other airport departments

Manage ticketing and reservation systems, overseeing booking changes and upgrades

Conduct regular team meetings to share updates, gather feedback, and discuss service improvements

Prepare reports on customer service activities, incidents, and performance metrics

Assist in the development and update of customer service manuals and training materials

Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, encouraging teamwork and employee engagement

Participate in recruiting and hiring new customer service staff

Exemplify PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards

Perform any additional duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS

18 years of age or older

Eligible to work in the United States

Must have a valid state-issued driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking)

5 years of customer service experience

2 years of experience as a Customer Service Lead

Knowledge of the Aviation Industry

Ability to access and interpret information in print and electronically, including the use of electronic devices including iPads/Tablets, computers, and mobile devices

Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, both in-person and through electronic means

Pass a background check and drug screen

Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal — as applicable)

Airlines are 24/7, so we need our team members to be flexible to work various shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/WORKING CONDITIONS MAY INCLUDE:

Ability to lift up to 70 pounds

Prolonged standing and walking in an indoor/outdoor environment as applicable

May need to reach with arms and grasp with hands

May need to push, pull

May need to bend, stretch, squat, kneel

Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels

Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms

Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers

Specific vision abilities required for this job include: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

The pay rate listed on this post is what the company reasonably expects to pay for this position. However, individual compensation may vary based on factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, education, and experience.

PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at PrimeFlight Aviation Service, Inc. without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state/province, and local laws.

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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