Part-Time Airport Lineman

County of Oconee•Seneca, SC

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About The Position

This part-time position performs skilled, specialized work supporting the safe and efficient operation of Oconee County Regional Airport. The Airport Lineman refuels and moves aircraft; maintains ground-support equipment, buildings, hangars, lighting, and grounds; assists with aircraft parking; processes fuel and other sales; and provides customer service to pilots, passengers, and companies. The role also includes routine inspections, Foreign Object Damage (FOD) management, housekeeping, maintaining hangar and long-term parking records, placing NOTAMs, checking aviation fuel quality, and operating vehicles that support airport operations. Work is performed under supervision according to standard procedures and strict safety protocols, as well as independently when required. The work is performed in a demanding indoor and/or outdoor environment. Conditions may include weather, noise, odors, extreme temperatures, vibration, moisture, humidity, dust, fumes, gases, electrical and mechanical hazards, chemical and burn hazards, and moving mechanical parts. The position requires medium physical work, including exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 30 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly. Specific vision requirements include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or specialized vocational training.
Valid driver's license.
General aviation knowledge, including familiarity with applicable Federal Aviation Administration rules, regulations, and policies.
Knowledge of aircraft and airport operational procedures outlined in the Aeronautical Information Manual, and incident/accident management and reporting protocols defined by the National Transportation Safety Board.
Knowledge of fueling procedures for various aircraft types and classifications, including turbo jet, turbo propeller, and reciprocating piston aircraft.
Knowledge of fuel quality control and testing procedures mandated by fuel suppliers and the International Air Transport Association.
Knowledge of the classification, identification, management, storage, containment, and disposal of hazardous aviation materials, substances, compounds, and fluids, and industrial safety protocols including Personal Protective Equipment use.
Ability to operate aviation fuel storage facilities and associated mobile refueling equipment.
General mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry skills for maintaining facilities, equipment, and lighting.
General office skills, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), phone etiquette, credit card processing, and inventory management.
Ability to work professionally with flight crews, passengers, the public, and co-workers in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in airport operations or a related setting, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Experience in airport or aircraft operations and/or pilot certifications.

Responsibilities

Refuel aircraft.
Receive fuel shipments and perform fuel quality control.
Position, tow, park, and secure aircraft, and maintain radio advisory communications.
Process fuel and miscellaneous sales.
Maintain buildings and hangars.
Maintain airfield lighting, grounds, and equipment.
Inspect operational surface areas, including managing Foreign Object Damage (FOD).
Provide professional and courteous customer service.
Perform administrative and computer work, including maintaining product inventory and ordering fuel.
Inspect safety equipment, including fire bottles.
Perform routine vehicle inspections.
Handle special projects and complete recurrent training.
Maintain records of hangars and long-term parking.
Conduct routine runway, ramp, and hangar inspections.
Place NOTAMs (Notices to Airmen).
Drive and operate fuel trucks, passenger vehicles, and rental cars.
Perform housekeeping duties inside and outside the terminal.
Deliver catering to aircraft as needed.
Perform stormwater inspections.
Manage and communicate on UNICOMM for inbound and outbound aircraft.
Perform other related duties as assigned.