Lead Airfield Maintenance - 2nd Shift

Kenton County AP External•Burlington, KY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing the duties of a lead in various airfield and landside maintenance areas. Provides oversight over multiple disciplines throughout the airport. Other duties include snow removal and operating heavy equipment. This role involves monitoring job duties of Airfield Maintenance employees, evaluating performance, and assisting with new hire processes. A key responsibility is developing and delivering department training programs to ensure employees are knowledgeable, skilled, and compliant with safety regulations and operational procedures. The Lead will oversee and participate in the work of subordinates, schedule work orders, and review documentation for accuracy. They will collaborate with the leadership team on parts and equipment needs, advise subordinates on maintenance issues, and inspect their work. Ensuring proper safety equipment is used and training is delivered is crucial. The Lead will also work with the Operations team to issue NOTAMs and notify tenants of ongoing work. Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum Education: HSD/GED
Minimum Years of Direct Experience: 7 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Maintain Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) clearance.
Valid Driver’s License
Commercial Driver’s License - Class A or B
Obtain/maintain position appropriate NIMS & emergency training.
Ability to obtain and maintain position appropriate Federal security clearance
Airfield Driving: Requires driving on the airfield and airfield ramps.
Demonstrated knowledge of various field maintenance equipment and tools depending on assignment.
Demonstrated knowledge of OSHA and FAA regulations.
Demonstrated skill in maintaining a variety of maintenance records.
Demonstrated skill in safely lifting/pulling loads to work areas.
Demonstrated supervisory skills.
Demonstrated skill in clearly and effectively communicating, both orally and in writing.
Demonstrated skill in use of a variety of computer-based technologies including word processing, and spreadsheets.
Demonstrated skill in establishing and maintaining effective, fair, cooperative, collaborative, and respectful relationships with internal and external colleagues, peers, work teams and workgroups.

Nice To Haves

Basic and Advanced ASOS Certification from International Aviation Snow Academy
Operations Management Certificate
Additional Security Levels Required

Responsibilities

Monitors job duties of Airfield Maintenance employees to ensure work is done promptly.
Evaluates and writes employee performance reviews.
Assists with new hire processes.
Develops, delivers, and maintains department training programs.
Oversees and participates in work of subordinates in the various assigned areas.
Schedules and assigns work orders to subordinates through computerized maintenance management system.
Reviews work order entries of subordinates for accuracy and completeness of documentation before closing them.
Works with leadership team on identifying and requesting parts, equipment, materials and services that are needed for completing work.
Advises and assists subordinates with difficult maintenance and repair problems.
Schedules, inspects, and evaluates the work of subordinates.
Assures proper safety equipment is used and training developed and delivered to ensure safety and efficiency in the department.
Works with Operations team to issue NOTAMS and proper notifications to tenants for departmental work that is ongoing.
Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
Responsible for snow removal and operating heavy equipment.

Benefits

100% Employer Paid Health & Wellness Center
Comprehensive Insurance Options: Medical, dental, vision and life insurance, including a $0 premium medical plan option and no spousal surcharge
$2,500 employer paid childcare subsidy
Health Savings Account & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Retirement Plans: Employer and employee contributions to KY Public Pension Authority retirement plan
KY Deferred Comp Plans: 401(k) and 457 options
Generous Paid Time Off: Including 10 holidays a year
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Wellness Program: Earn financial incentives and paid time off
Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Programs
Performance Reward Program (potential to earn up to $2100.00 annually)
Onsite Fitness Facilities