Airport Operations Manager
Under general supervision, plans, coordinates, directs, and participates in the day-to-day operations of County Airports; performs routine and skilled work in the maintenance and operations of the County Airports; and performs related duties as required; provides Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) duties, airport security, snow removal, first aid services; and to perform related duties as assigned.
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following :
- Under the general direction of the Public Works Director or designee
- Coordinate, organize, supervise, and personally perform all activities required for airport operations at the Eastern Sierra Regional Airport and other County airports as needed
- Inspect airport properties, facilities and equipment and identify needed maintenance or repairs
- Perform or supervise manual labor in the support of the construction, maintenance and repair of airport facilities
- Supervise and perform the aircraft fueling operation, including accepting fuel deliveries, monitoring fuel quality and inventory, checking fueling equipment, fueling aircraft and aviation tank trucks, and preparing financial records of fuel sales
- Provide ground operations support to aircraft
- Implement emergency procedures and coordinate emergency operations
- Monitor and operate the UNICOM radio and provide airport advisories
- Maintain customer lists and administer leases for hangars, vehicles, and other facilities
- With assistance, prepare and administer the annual operations budgets for County airports
- Prepare and submit periodic reports, status, and financial reports
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local rules and regulations
- Promote and ensure positive public relations
- Coordinate with other County staff and management
- Provide information to the general public and outside organizations / agencies
- Represent the County at meetings of pilot groups, local political bodies and civic groups regarding airport operations
- Attend meetings, seminars and training classes and perform related duties as assigned
- Assists in providing aircraft rescue and firefighting (ARFF) services at the airport (see Special Requirements section)
- Participates in snow removal activities
- Assists in maintaining a variety of files and records
- Operates heavy equipment, including plow trucks, pickup trucks, and aircraft fire fighting vehicles
- Assist in coordinating and providing security services and first aid services in accordance with CFR Part 139 regulations at the airport
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :
High school graduate or equivalentA minimum of three years' experience performing comparable dutiesPossession of, or ability to obtain within the state required time frame, a valid California Class C license with an acceptable driving record is required.Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class B and / or A driver's license is preferredPossession of, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire, certification as an Emergency Medical Responder (Emergency Medical Technician certification also accepted)Possession of, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire, CFR Part 139 Live Fire Certification Training for Index B / C so as to be certified as an Aircraft Rescue Fire FighterExperience in supervising personnel and managing similar operations is preferredKNOWLEDGE OF :
Practices, procedures, equipment, and supplies used in airport operations and servicesFederal Aviation Administration, state and County rules and regulations governing operations, safety, security, emergencies and construction on airportsFamiliarity with safe work practices and techniques for employee training and supervisionStandard and accepted methods of safe operation of fueling, lighting, snow removal and other airport equipmentStandard and accepted methods for use of UNICOM communicationsUse and care of tools used in general maintenance and minor repair of airport equipment, grounds and facilitiesModern office methods, equipment and proceduresBasic mathematic skillsABILITY TO :
Understand, communicate and carry out both oral and written directions in an independent mannerPlan, direct, coordinate and train staff in the operation, maintenance and repair of airport equipment, grounds and facilitiesMonitor, maintain and order inventories of fuel and other suppliesPrepare billings and maintain financial recordsPerform simple accounting and other administrative functionsKnow and understand airport operations and observe safety rulesPerform safety checks of airport equipment and facilities and perform minor repairs, as requiredOperate snow removal, fueling and UNICOM equipmentProvide verbal information to aircraft and airport customersPrioritize assigned work effectivelyEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the performance of required dutiesMaintain an Emergency Medical Responder CertificationLearn, implement, and practice airport safety and security policies and procedures (as defined by CFR Part 139 and Part 1542)Use a computer to access and update web-based reporting systemsPHYSICAL :
Lifting heavy objects of up to 75 poundsOperating various power equipmentBending and twisting while in awkward positions, and ability to stand, walk, crawl, crouch, stoop, squat, twist, reach overhead and climbThe position may require occasional working at heights up to 40 feetWorking near equipment and moving mechanical parts, and occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicalsThe majority of assigned work is normally performed outdoors in a variety of weather conditions and the worker may be subject to ambient weather conditions ranging from a high of 120 degrees to a low of -10 degrees and exposure to dust, slippery, and uneven walking surfacesMust have the ability to drive automotive equipmentManual dexterity and eye-hand coordination, corrected vision to normal range, and normal hearing and talking abilities are requiredWORKING CONDITIONS :
The employee works in outside weather conditions, which may include extreme cold, windy, and extreme temperaturesWorks near moving mechanical partsOccasional exposure to wet and / or humid conditions, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic chemicals, risk of chemical shock, and vibrationAs a fire fighter and emergency medical responder, hazardous or stressful conditions may be encountered such as smoke, fumes, extreme heat, fire, exposure to toxic substances, and people with severe injuriesSPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :
Possession of, or ability to obtain within the state required time frame, a valid California Class C license with an acceptable driving record is required.Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Class B and / or A driver's license is preferredMust be available to work evening hours if called outMust successfully complete a pre-employment background check, and pre-employment and random drug screeningsPossession of, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire, certification as an Emergency Medical Responder (Emergency Medical Technician certification also accepted)Possession of, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire, CFR Part 139 Live Fire Certification Training for Index B / C so as to be certified as an Aircraft Rescue Fire FighterRequired to wear safety shoes