About the Department
Supervise, assign, review and participate in the work of staff responsible for airfield maintenance; establish schedules and methods for providing airport maintenance services; operate a variety of heavy equipment to include but not limited to rollers, tractors, buses, backhoes and dump trucks; ensure work quality and adherence to established policies and procedures; and oversee and perform the more technical and complex tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.
This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Position Duties
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essentialfunctions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Mustbe able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without areasonable accommodation.
- Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, review and participate in the work of staff responsible for airfield maintenance and repair.
- Establish schedules and methods for providing airport maintenance services; identify resource needs; review needs with appropriate management staff; allocate resources accordingly.
- Participate in the development of policies and procedures; monitor work activities to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures; make recommendations for changes and improvements to existing standards and procedures.
- Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; implement approved policies and procedures.
- Perform the more technical and complex tasks of the work unit including inspecting airfield for asphalt or concrete erosion, flood control, and snow removal; document discrepancies and notify higher level supervisory or management staff.
- Oversee the removal of weeds from fence lines, taxiways and runways.
- Inspect vehicles and/or equipment for new or existing damages; report findings to supervisory or management staff; oversee the fabrication of a variety of equipment.
- Serve as on-call staff member for airport emergencies including snow removal, aircraft emergencies and related incidents.
- Participate in the selection of airport maintenance staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; enforce discipline procedures.
- Review and monitor payroll timesheets and related personnel attendance records for the assigned Airfield Maintenance shift.
- Operate a variety of heavy equipment to include but not limited to rollers, tractors, buses, backhoes and dump trucks.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:- Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of airport maintenance.
- Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.
Associate's degree in construction management technology or business administration; and
Four (4) years of pavement maintenance or heavy equipment operating experience; and
To include one (1) year of supervisory or lead experience.
Journeymen electrical experience preferred, as this positions oversees airfield related electrical functions.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL); class A or B.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire into position.
Must be able to successfully qualify for and maintain a Sunport Access Control Card as determined by the criteria set forth by the policies and guidelines of the Aviation Department and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
Other Qualifications
Environmental:
Airfield environment; exposure to heat, cold, noise, dust, grease, fumes, gases, inclement weather conditions.
Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for light to moderate lifting and carrying, walking, standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time; operate motorized equipment and vehicles.