Airport Operations Maintenance Specialist

Job Summary

CITY OF KINGMAN

AIRPORT OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST

PUBLIC WORKS

$19.42- $23.29/HOURLY

$40,393 - $48,443 /ANNUALLY

(HIRE IN RANGE; DOQ)

POSITION IS FLSA NON-EXEMPT

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APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 11/27/24 5:00PM

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Employees of this class are expected to perform day-to-day activities associated with airport operations and maintenance of Kingman Municipal Airport and Industrial Park in order to comply with local, state, federal regulations. Incumbents are responsible for performing a wide variety of tasks ranging from semiskilled to highly skilled duties.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Airport General Manager and through direction of the Airport Operations & Maintenance Supervisor.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

May supervise part-time operations and maintenance employees, temporary employees, community service workers or DOC inmate workers as required or as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications/Special Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Three to five (3-5) years of airfield operations and/or facilities and grounds maintenance experience.
• Any combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge and experience to perform the work.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Valid Arizona Driver’s License or ability to obtain one upon hire.
• Based on assignment, may be required to participate and obtain NIMS (National Incident Management System) training certifications.
• May require pesticide control applicator certificate.

Essential Functions

Essential Functions are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job classification involves and what is required to perform it.

• Performs daily airport safety and security inspections of airport facilities, grounds, and properties to ensure regulatory compliance with FAA guidelines, FAR Part 77, Airport Emergency Plan, and other Federal, State, and local regulations or policies.
• This job has partial responsibility for regulatory reporting to federal, state, and local agencies (gathers information, completes reports, and assists in addressing discrepancies in reporting).
• Assists in gathering information and submitting reports relating to aircraft incidents/accidents, breaches of airfield security, wildlife hazard management, daily inspection, inventory reports, and training reports.
• Performs airport operations and maintenance services in order to ensure compliance with FAA regulations.
• Responds to aircraft and weather emergencies.
• Issues Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs).
• Maintains airport grounds, exterior and interior of airport buildings, janitorial duties, and other related service tasks.
• Duties include pesticide and herbicide applications for weed control and pest extermination to maintain airport safety.
• Assists with services and maintenance of work tools and equipment. including high tower climbing.
• Responds to unscheduled requests for assistance from hangar tenants and other airport facility users.
• Communicates and acts in a professional manner with the public, co-workers, and work contacts. Must be able to clearly, concisely, and effectively communicate orally and through aviation radio so that safe access to runways and taxiways is ensured.
• Maintains professional and effective working relationships by providing excellent customer service to both internal and external contacts
• Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity.
• May be required to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, or on-call and stand-by as needed and.be able to respond to a variety of airfield problems and situations. May need to respond on short notice to emergency call out. .
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies and procedures; follows safety policies and practices, works in a safe manner, and reports unsafe activity and conditions.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

• May serve on various employee committees, as required and assigned.
• Performs related duties as required.
• Performs special assignments as requested.

KNOWLEDGE

Specialized knowledge of FAA regulations, FAR Part 77, Airport Emergency Plan, wildlife management programs, practices, and procedures for inspections, operations, maintenance, and construction on and around Airport property; Working knowledge of methods, equipment, materials, and supplies used in building and grounds maintenance and in such areas of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry; Equipment and supplies used to do minor repairs; Knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions. Occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to facility maintenance work and airport operations; Local, State, and Federal building codes to perform building maintenance and repair work which will meet code requirements.

SKILLS

Skills in the safe, effective operation; and care of hand tools and power equipment necessary to perform various building maintenance, renovation and repair tasks; Operation of motor vehicles and heavy equipment; Airfield and building electrical power systems, controls, calibration, and installation of instrumentation and associated telemetry systems; Troubleshooting problems; Maintaining and handling applicable equipment; Utilizing mechanical apparatus; Preparing and maintaining records; Read and interpret blueprints and sketches; Working in a team environment; Providing customer service; Utilizing a computer and relevant software applications; Effective communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, City employees, supervisor, vendors, and the general public sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

ABILITIES

Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule; climb 65 foot beacon tower, lift and move heavy objects; walk and stand for long periods of time; communicate orally and in writing; use equipment and tools properly and safely; understand and follow written and oral instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work and communicate clearly, conveying information and ideas to others in an open, honest, collaborative manner within and outside the organization; Adapt to changing work priorities; Troubleshoot and offer solutions to effectively maintain facilities and systems; Perform mathematical calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and algebra) to design project, calculate costs, and material estimates; Participate in teamwork productively; Measure distance using a tape measure or other measuring device; Review or check the work products of others for conformance to standards; Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others; Operate standard office equipment and two-way radio; Work in a variety of climatic conditions.

Miscellaneous

COMMITMENT TO SAFETY & WELLNESS
It is the policy of the City of Kingman to ensure a safe, healthful workplace for all its employees. It requires that every person in the organization assumes the responsibility of individual and organizational safety. Injury and illness losses from incidents are costly and preventable. The City of Kingman will employ an effective accident and illness prevention program and a comprehensive wellness program that involves all its employees in the effort to eliminate workplace hazards and promote employee health and wellness. All employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and wellness program activities including the following: reporting hazards, unsafe work practices and accidents immediately to their supervisors or a safety committee representative; wearing required personal protective equipment; and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.

WORK ENVIORNMENT

The work environment characteristics attached to the job description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. - See Physical Demands Form

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the position changes.

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2023-2024 Benefit Guide (PDF)

Health

• Excellent medical, dental and vision insurance.
  • Telemedicine available through BlueCare Anywhere for general medical and behavioral health.
• Flexible spending (FSA) or health savings accounts (HSA).
  • Employer contribution to HSA equivalent to 50% of plan-year deductible. This is currently $750 for Single Coverage and $1,500 for Family Coverage.
• Employer-paid group basic life insurance coverage for employee and dependents on medical plan.
  • Supplemental group insurance and third-party options available.
• Virgin Pulse, our comprehensive well-being platform designed to push you towardsgood health in mind, body and spirit.
  • Participation incentives with up to $300 redeemable annually.
• Work/Life support services through the SupportLincEmployee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Six free counseling visits annually.

Leave

• 12 paid holidays , including a floating birthday holiday each year.
• 16-35 paid vacation days per year.
  • 6.15 hrs. 1-5 years; 7.69 hrs. 5-10 yrs.; 9.23 hrs. 10-15 yrs.; 10.77 hrs. 15+ yrs.
  • Shift fire personnel accrue leave at 1/3 more per pay period.

• 3.69 sick hrs per pay period (approx. 9-12 sick days per year).
  • Shift fire personnel accrue leave at 1/3 more per pay period.
  • Part-time/seasonal employees earn 1 hours of sick time for every 30 hours worked.

Other leave types available, including:

• 10 hours of Volunteer Time Off (VTO).
• Up to 5 days for bereavement.
• Jury Duty.
• Military Training, and more.

Leave donation program.
Financial

• Tuition reimbursement up to $4,500 annually.
• Shift differential pay (2nd & 3rd shift).
• Bonus Programs.
• Skill-based, Certification & Bilingual Pay.
• Clothing Allowance for Uniformed Personnel.

Recognition & Appreciation

• Quarterly Performance Conversations (TrakStar).
• Mission, Vision, Values (MVV) Excellence Awards.
• Safety Awards.
• Service Awards at 5, 10, 15, 20+ years of service.
• Biannual All-Employee BBQ Lunch.
• Annual Employee Pool Party.

Retirement

• City matching to AZ State Retirement System & Long Term Disability (ASRS).
• Additional retirement solutions available through optional third-party on pre-tax basis, including457-deferred compensation and Roth IRA.

Closing Date/Time: 11/27/2024 5:00 PM Arizona

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