AIRPORT OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Lake Havasu City•Lake Havasu City, AZ

5d•$32 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

Join the Public Works team in beautiful Lake Havasu City! We are seeking a dedicated professional to ensure the safety, security, and efficiency of our municipal airport. This safety-sensitive role balances technical airfield inspections, emergency response, and community interaction. Must be available for nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency call-backs. The ideal candidate has airport, aviation, maintenance, public works, construction, emergency response, or related experience; strong communication and recordkeeping skills; sound judgment under pressure; and the ability to work outdoors, operate equipment, and respond to irregular operations, and emergencies.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
One year of experience in aviation, airport operations, FBO/ramp activities, public works, or emergency services.
Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Arizona Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class A with a tanker endorsement upon hire.
Ability to obtain airport driver, radio, NOTAM, and safety training during the probationary period.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree in aviation management, Public Administration, or a related field.
Experience with FAA Part 139 concepts, ADOT Aeronautics processes, or airfield construction.
AAAE Certified Member (CM), Airport Certified Employee (ACE), NIMS/ICS 100-800, or Wildlife Hazard Management.

Responsibilities

Conduct daily safety, security, and wildlife sweeps of runways, taxiways, and facilities.
Identify, document, and coordinate the correction of unsafe conditions and pavement issues.
Issue Notice to Air Missions (NOTAMs) regarding closures, outages, or hazards.
Escort contractors and monitor safety during airfield construction and maintenance.
Act as a key responder for aircraft incidents, fuel spills, and severe weather events.
Perform minor repairs, mowing, weed control, and debris removal using airport vehicles.