This is supervisory airport maintenance work assisting the Airport Services Manager in the directing of a comprehensive maintenance and repair programs for all external areas of the City's municipal airport. The employee in this class directs, through subordinate supervisors, the activities of employees engaged in maintaining and repairing airfields, runways ramps, roadways, and grounds. Work involves directing a work order system to monitor completion of projects and advising administrative superiors on maintenance and construction projects. Contact with engineering personnel, contractors, and building, electrical and automotive maintenance staff to coordinate maintenance and repair activities is a significant aspect of the work.
Minimum Qualifications: A valid driver's license. AND EITHER 1. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. AND 2. At least two (2) years of supervisory experience in airport operations or airport maintenance or fields related to the maintenance and repair of airfields, airport roadways or grounds. OR 1. High School Diploma or GED. AND 2. Five (5) years of full-time experience working at a Part 139 certificated airport, which must have involved work in at least two of the following areas: a) automotive maintenance and repair b) grounds maintenance for a major facility c) concrete and asphalt pavement installation and repair d) road way construction management e) grading and excavation g) demolition, including tear down and haul away of structures. AND 3. At least two (2) years of supervisory experience in airport operations or airport maintenance or fields related to the maintenance and repair of airfields, airport roadways or grounds. NOTE: The Civil Service Department reserves the right to determine the relevance of the experience as reported by the applicant. If hired, Aviation employees must maintain all required licenses, permits, certificates, and auto liability insurance eligibility during the duration of their employment. Failure to comply with any of the above listed provisions may result in termination. This position requires a one year probationary period.
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