What are the responsibilities and job description for the Station Manager - Airline Crew Transportation position at Skyhop Global?
Description
Job Title: Station Leader (Player-Coach) – Detroit, MIPay: $80,000 per year Monthly Bonus Opportunities
Location: Detroit, MI (Onsite) | Field-Based | 24/7 Operation)
Join SkyHop Global – Where Leaders Lead from the Front!
SkyHop Global is a national leader in airline crew transportation, operating 24/7/365 across major U.S. markets. As we expand into Detroit, we are looking for a hands-on Station Leader who is ready to build, lead, and grow a high-performing team from the ground up.
This is a player-coach role—you won’t just manage the operation, you’ll be in it. Expect to spend approximately 50% of your time driving, leading by example, and setting the standard for safety, service, and performance.
What You’ll Do
- Lead day-to-day station operations in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment
- Drive routes and transport airline crew members safely and professionally (~50% of the time)
- Hire, train, coach, and develop drivers and support staff
- Ensure strict adherence to safety standards and company policies
- Monitor KPIs, schedules, and service levels to meet client expectations
- Partner with dispatch, safety, and leadership teams to drive performance
- Build a strong team culture focused on accountability, teamwork, and growth
What We’re Looking For
Job Title: Station Leader (Player-Coach) – Detroit, MIPay: $80,000 per year Monthly Bonus OpportunitiesLocation: Detroit, MI (Onsite) | Field-Based | 24/7 Operation)
Join SkyHop Global – Where Leaders Lead from the Front
SkyHop Global is a national leader in airline crew transportation, operating 24/7/365 across major U.S. markets. As we expand into Detroit, we are looking for a hands-on Station Leader who is ready to build, lead, and grow a high-performing team from the ground up.
This is a player-coach role—you won’t just manage the operation, you’ll be in it. Expect to spend approximately 50% of your time driving, leading by example, and setting the standard for safety, service, and performance.
What You’ll Do
- Lead day-to-day station operations in a fast-paced, 24/7 environment
- Drive routes and transport airline crew members safely and professionally (~50% of the time)
- Hire, train, coach, and develop drivers and support staff
- Ensure strict adherence to safety standards and company policies
- Monitor KPIs, schedules, and service levels to meet client expectations
- Partner with dispatch, safety, and leadership teams to drive performance
- Build a strong team culture focused on accountability, teamwork, and growth
What We’re Looking For
- Proven leadership experience in transportation, logistics, or operations
- Hands-on, “lead from the front” mindset—this is not a desk-only role
- Open availability – must be able to support a 24/7/365 operation (including nights, weekends, and holidays)
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in a fast-moving environment
- Excellent communication and team leadership abilities
Leader/ Driver Qualifications (Required)
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Clean driving record (no moving violations in the past 3 years)
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and DOT physical
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Non-CDL DOT Medical Card
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. and assist with crew luggage
- Strong focus on safety and adherence to all company driving policies
- No personal mobile device usage while operating company vehicles (per company policy)
- Professional appearance and demeanor at all times
Why Join SkyHop Global
- Be part of an expanding a new market!
- Opportunity for rapid career advancement within a national company
- Competitive salary performance-based incentives
- Full benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO
- Work alongside a leadership team committed to Safety, Teamwork, Integrity, EX=CX, and Growth
Ready to Lead and Build Something from the Ground Up? Apply today and be part of creating extraordinary experiences resulting in Raving Fans.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $80,000