Summary
Airport Operations Specialist
Performs facility maintenance activities at the University Airport as required for an FAA certificated airport; conducts airfield inspections and maintenance; conducts building inspections and maintenance; conducts airport grounds inspections and maintenance; assists with vehicle inspections and maintenance; assists with security and public safety functions; operates various construction equipment and vehicles; operates snow removal equipment pertaining to runways, taxiways, and airport grounds; assists with special events at the airport.
Additional Information: This position is on emergency call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week;
Qualifications
Minimum Education Requirement:
HS Graduate or Equivalent or equivalent educ/exp
Experience: Required: Current valid driver's license; must be able to pass FAA required airport driver's test within 60 days of employment;
Desired: Commercial Driver's License (CDL); AAAE Basic ASOS; familiarity with Federal Air Regulation Parts 36, 77, 14 CFR Part 139, and 150 series Advisory Circulars; working knowledge of general trades (carpentry, plumbing, electrical, etc)
The target hiring range for this job profile is $18.37 - $23.99. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limit to, education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.
Location
Knowlton Executive Terminal (1019)
Position Type
Regular
Scheduled Hours
40
Shift
First Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
Job Description
Airport Operations Specialist
Performs facility maintenance activities at the University Airport as required for an FAA certificated airport; conducts airfield inspections and maintenance; conducts building inspections and maintenance; conducts airport grounds inspections and maintenance; assists with vehicle inspections and maintenance; assists with security and public safety functions; operates various construction equipment and vehicles; operates snow removal equipment pertaining to runways, taxiways, and airport grounds; assists with special events at the airport.
Additional Information: This position is on emergency call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week;
Qualifications
Minimum Education Requirement:
HS Graduate or Equivalent or equivalent educ/exp
Experience: Required: Current valid driver's license; must be able to pass FAA required airport driver's test within 60 days of employment;
Desired: Commercial Driver's License (CDL); AAAE Basic ASOS; familiarity with Federal Air Regulation Parts 36, 77, 14 CFR Part 139, and 150 series Advisory Circulars; working knowledge of general trades (carpentry, plumbing, electrical, etc)
The target hiring range for this job profile is $18.37 - $23.99. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limit to, education, years of experience, internal equity, etc.
Location
Knowlton Executive Terminal (1019)
Position Type
Regular
Scheduled Hours
40
Shift
First Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
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