Director, Airfield & Facilities Maintenance

Columbus Regional Airport Authority • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

The Columbus Regional Airport Authority (CRAA) manages and operates John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH), Rickenbacker International Airport (LCK), and Bolton Field (TZR). CRAA is seeking a Director, Airfield & Facilities Maintenance to lead strategic infrastructure, asset renewal, and maintenance plans. This role provides leadership and oversight for terminal facilities maintenance, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection systems, conveyances, CCTV, building automation systems, access control systems, and baggage handling systems. The position also directs Airfield Maintenance operations, including runways, taxiways, aprons, drainage systems, pavement markings, airfield signage, and lighting systems. Additionally, it provides strategic oversight of Airfield Fleet Operations and manages operating and capital budgets. The role promotes a customer-focused culture, partners with stakeholders to improve the passenger experience, and leads, coaches, and develops managers, supervisors, and frontline employees.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field and minimum nine (9) years of progressively responsible management experience in an airport asset and/or facility management environment, or equivalent education and years of experience
• Demonstrated success leading high-performing teams
• Strong strategic thinking, planning and analysis skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and foster collaborative relationships
• Knowledge of FAA Part 39 certification requirements, airport infrastructure and airfield maintenance practices, fleet maintenance and equipment lifecycle planning, building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, conveyances, access control systems), and baggage handling system operations and maintenance

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a union environment strongly preferred
• Accredited Airport Executive (A.A.E.) certification

Responsibilities

• Develops strategic infrastructure, asset renewal, and maintenance plans aligned with organizational priorities, operational requirements, and available resources.
• Provides leadership and oversight for terminal facilities maintenance, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection systems, conveyances, CCTV, building automation systems, access control systems, and baggage handling systems.
• Directs Airfield Maintenance operations, including maintenance of runways, taxiways, aprons, perimeter roads, drainage systems, pavement markings, airfield signage, airfield lighting systems, and associated infrastructure.
• Provides strategic oversight of Airfield Fleet Operations, including lifecycle management, procurement planning, maintenance, replacement scheduling, utilization, and reliability of specialized airport vehicles and equipment.
• Develops and manages operating and capital budgets, monitors financial performance, and ensures achievement of budgetary and operational performance targets.
• Promotes a customer-focused culture throughout operations and support services utilizing passenger satisfaction metrics, and partnering with airport stakeholders (airlines, concessions, service providers) to continuously improve accessibility, wayfinding and the overall passenger experience.
• Leads, coaches, and develops managers, supervisors, and frontline employees, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• The Columbus Regional Airport Authority is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, and all other groups or classes protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
• The Authority does not tolerate violence or drug use in the workplace.
• As an employee with CRAA, you are valued.
• We foster an authentic workplace, that is respectful and inclusive.
• We expect and practice Accountability, Innovation and Respect.
• We hire talented individuals, who are passionate about connecting Ohio with the world.
• If you are ready to be a part of a supportive and collaborative organization then let your career take off at CRAA.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director