Route Manager Position Overview

the Route Manager’s responsibility is to manage employees that perform snow removal and ice control operations

Route Manager Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Confidently and accurately handle customer service calls and requests. Communicate requirements and expectations to supervisees (heavy equipment operators, salt drivers, seasonal drivers and sidewalk snow removal crew members).
• Monitor and ensure full compliance with policies and procedures that address: (a) preparation for the snow season, (b) preparation for the actual snow event, (c) the snow event itself, and (d) the follow-up tasks after the snow event
• Oversee sidewalk/parking lot snow removal and chemical application
• Supervise heavy equipment operators in snow clearing operations on the airfield, including but not limited to areas around the terminals.
• Accurately assess and report bulk/liquid usage, condition of tarmac w/ regards to snow and/or ice, and status of equipment under supervision.
• Safely navigate to various airfield locations and parking lots during low visibility and low traction conditions on roadways/tarmac.
• Validate timecards for and assess performance of employees under their supervision.
• Manage individuals and groups, including personally addressing issues and performance deficiencies.
• Receive multiple tasks from managers, prioritize completion of the most important tasks, and delegate where necessary.

Route Manager Requirements Skills/ Experience

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Valid Driver’s License
• CDL preferred. We can help employees obtain a Class-B CDL
• Must provide own vehicle, SUV or Truck with functioning AWD/4X4 capability. No Sedans.
• Must be able to pass City of Chicago Department of Aviation background check and driving test for airport access.
• Must be willing and able to work long hours, weekends and holidays.
• Required to walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, lift, grasp, carry, push and pull. Must be able to lift and/or move 50+ lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• On-Call daily availability from November 1st to April 30th. Must be willing and able to work long hours, weekends and holidays.
• Must have a cell phone that can download timekeeping application