Airport Operations/Maintenance Supervisor

City of DaytonDayton, OH
Onsite

About The Position

The Airport Operations/Maintenance Supervisor enforces airport ordinances and FAA regulations applicable to airport users, tenants, contractors and the public. Coordinates the building maintenance and housekeeping staff and activities at Dayton International Airport, Dayton Wright Brothers Airport and the Dayton Heliport on a 24-hour, 7-day per week basis, and directly supervises multiple employees. Areas of assignment may include but are not limited to: shift supervision, inventory maintenance and control, special projects management including working with contractors, inspectors and suppliers, reviewing building codes, coordinating tenant projects, overseeing airport fleet operations and supporting the facility needs of other divisions within Aviation. The Airport Operations/Maintenance Supervisor responds to requests for airfield reports, services, repairs, etc. made by tenants, other airport employees including police and fire and the public with top-notch and responsive customer service. Conducts FAR Part 139 inspections to ensure compliance with standards and maintains all FAR Part 139 records, including training records. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring the airfield, airfield grounds and aviation facilities operate in a safe condition, including snow removal, ice control, damage repair and preventative maintenance. The Airport Operations/Maintenance Supervisor must respond to emergency situations and daily operations promptly and efficiently in order to ensure uninterrupted and safe operations at both airports and the heliport. The incumbent must stay abreast of current and pending Federal, FAA, State, regional and local regulations affecting the operation of the airport. The Airport Operations/Maintenance Supervisor additionally plans and develops maintenance and housekeeping procedures to ensure efficient completion of all work, among other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Facilities Management, Construction Management or related field AND 2 years of airport experience; OR
  • Associate's degree in Aviation Management, Facilities Management, Construction Management or related field AND 5 years of airport experience; OR
  • Graduation from high school (or G.E.D.) AND 10 years of experience as an equipment operator in Construction or other related fields.
  • Degree must be from a college or university that is accredited by the U.S. Department of Education through the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools Higher Learning Commission or equivalent region.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license at time of appointment and maintain thereafter.
  • Must pass a background investigation.
  • Must pass a medical examination including drug screen.
  • Must pass a nicotine screening.
  • Must remain tobacco and nicotine free as a condition of continued employment (does not apply to current City employees).

Responsibilities

  • Enforces airport ordinances and FAA regulations applicable to airport users, tenants, contractors and the public.
  • Coordinates building maintenance and housekeeping staff and activities at Dayton International Airport, Dayton Wright Brothers Airport and the Dayton Heliport on a 24-hour, 7-day per week basis.
  • Directly supervises multiple employees.
  • Manages shift supervision, inventory maintenance and control, and special projects.
  • Works with contractors, inspectors, and suppliers.
  • Reviews building codes and coordinates tenant projects.
  • Oversees airport fleet operations and supports facility needs of other divisions within Aviation.
  • Responds to requests for airfield reports, services, and repairs from tenants, other airport employees, and the public with responsive customer service.
  • Conducts FAR Part 139 inspections to ensure compliance with standards.
  • Maintains all FAR Part 139 records, including training records.
  • Ensures the airfield, airfield grounds, and aviation facilities operate in a safe condition, including snow removal, ice control, damage repair, and preventative maintenance.
  • Responds to emergency situations and daily operations promptly and efficiently to ensure uninterrupted and safe operations.
  • Stays abreast of current and pending Federal, FAA, State, regional, and local regulations affecting airport operations.
  • Plans and develops maintenance and housekeeping procedures to ensure efficient completion of all work.

Benefits

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