AIRPORT TECHNICIAN I

City Of Augusta • Augusta, KS

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Working for the City of Augusta offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a vibrant, close-knit community. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and commitment to growth, Augusta is a place where employees are valued as key contributors to the city’s mission of providing exceptional services to its residents. Apply today and join our team! The Airport Technician I is responsible for aircraft line service and general maintenance to city-owned airport facilities and grounds, working under the daily supervision of the Airport Line Manager.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• A Valid Driver’s license is required.
• 1+ years of familiarity with commercial mowers and tractors and zero turn mowers.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of aircraft including fueling and towing preferred.
• Prior experience in customer service role.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of airport facilities, including the FBO office, t-hangar’s, community hangar and others as assigned.
• Maintain clean/orderly facilities through routine cleaning and organization of airport spaces.
• Perform airport grounds maintenance, including but not limited to mowing, trimming and spraying of grass and weeds, snow and ice removal and removal of trash and other debris.
• Ensure airport grounds are clean, safe, and kept to a high standard.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on vehicles and equipment as needed.
• Perform line service activities, including but not limited to moving aircraft utilizing airport tug, marshaling aircraft who are arriving/departing, provide aircraft pre-heats and other tasks associated with airport line service.
• Fuel aircraft as necessary to include Jet, 100LL and MoGas fuel sales while maintaining all necessary sales and inventory paperwork.
• Perform inspections and quality assurance testing of fuel and the fueling infrastructure.
• Maintain accurate accounting of fuel inventory levels.
• Abide by all standards, conduct and policies as stated in the Employee Handbook.
• Attend departmental staff meetings as scheduled.
• Attend all training required to meet quality standards of position.
• Perform housekeeping responsibilities within the FBO office, restrooms, meeting space, break area, pilots lounge, and flight planning area.
• Answer phones and perform other administrative tasks in FBO.
• Supervise and participate in building and airport grounds security while on duty.
• Provide prompt and professional customer service.

Benefits

• Medical (including Dental and Vision) - City pays up to 93% of monthly premium depends on wellness level and plan selected.
• Paid Vacation
• Sick leave
• 13 Paid Holidays
• KPERS Retirement – City contributes approximately 9%, employee contributes 6%
• KPERS Life Insurance- Equivalent to 1 ½ times annual salary
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA and Dependent Care)
• Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• YMCA Health Club Discount
• AFLAC
• LegalShield

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED