Airport FBO Service Technician

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It's fun and rewarding to work for the City of Steamboat Springs!  Our employees are passionate and proud to serve our community with excellence and distinction.  Our teams are awesome, and we are committed to our community and the very special place that is Steamboat Springs, Colorado! 

Job Description:

When joining the City of Steamboat Springs, you can expect to work for an organization with:

• A team that strives to make this the best place you’ve ever worked!

• A focus on supporting our employees’ mental, physical, and financial well-being

• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion that creates a welcoming city 

• A highly engagedworkforce proudlyserving our community with excellence and distinction

• A passionfor strategicallyproviding outstanding municipal services

• A promise to each other to support the work we all do for the city, community & Yampa Valley

Uniqueness Fuels Our Innovative Spirit
Our commitment to inclusion across race, gender, age, religion, identity, and experiences drives us forward every day. It's the collective sum of our experiences that makes Steamboat Springs and the Yampa Valley a powerful, insightful, and welcoming community.  

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety of supervisory, skilled, semi-skilled and technical work in the airport Fixed Base Operations (FBO) including aircraft fueling, ground handling, facilities maintenance, customer service and operation of heavy equipment.

This position requires a full familiarization of airport Fixed Base Operations (FBO), general airfield maintenance, working knowledge of all airport equipment, use and proper communication of airport radio frequencies, use of multiple software systems, and

ability to work unsupervised, independently, and as part of team.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the general supervision of Airport FBO Line Service Senior Technician and Airport Manager.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

This position may exercise supervision over assigned staff such as part-time employees, or contractors.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Serves as an ambassador of the City of Steamboat Springs and upholds City values of Service, Teamwork, Integrity, Well-being, Respect and Compassion, while espousing safety at all times.

Work schedules that include weekends, holidays and special events. Ability to perform emergency operation procedures and work closely with local City Police, Sheriff, Fire Department, State & Federal firefighters, FAA and TSA, to coordinate emergency response operations.

Track and Bill FBO related services.

Ordering of FBO related supplies.

Determine runway and taxiway conditions and issue reports to pilots using Digital Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) system and radio communications.Perform snow removal according to the Airport’s Snow and Ice Control Plan, which include operation of heavy machinery (loaders, snowplow trucks, and snowblowers), hand shoveling and dispersing of ice melting compounds as needed.

Complete all ongoing training and maintain all required certifications as required by the FAA and City of Steamboat Springs.

Provide safety and operational training for part-time and new employees.

Maintain a high level of customer service to exceed industry standards.

Assist with the daily functions of the customer service counter.

Wear appropriate attire and clean, professional appearance at all times.

Maintain daily record keeping and handle cash and credit card transactions and is accountable for those transactions.

Communicate with aircraft and pilots in an advisory capacity to promote safety and awareness of hazards.

Maintain cleanliness and light-duty maintenance of all aircraft parking and tie-down areas.

Perform janitorial and light-duty maintenance of the Airport FBO building, and all associated facilities utilized by the FBO operations.

Operate all aircraft fueling vehicles and operations in accordance with Federal, State and local requirements and standards. Participate in continuing education and certification programs in fuel system safety and management and safety.

Assist in the operation and maintenance of all bulk fuel storage systems, and product inventory.

Perform the daily maintenance and cleaning of mobile re-fueling equipment, Airport’s Courtesy Cars and other airport related equipment.

Perform daily fuel quality testing and record results.

Monitor and perform annual inspections and scheduled filter, separator and gasket replacement of fuel tanks and re-fueler systems.

Operate a variety of basic hand and/or power tools.

Adhere to safe work practices and procedures.

Attend and participate in staff meetings, safety meetings, and related activities, attend workshops, conferences and classes to increase knowledge and serve on committees as assigned.

Performs all duties in conformance with appropriate safety and security standards.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

Perform various administrative duties as assigned/needed.

Perform all other duties and responsibilities as required.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED supplemented by two to four years of specialized training or on-the-job training in one or more of the following areas: construction, building maintenance, vehicle maintenance or grounds maintenance.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices in all aspects of FBO Operations.

• First Aid and applicable safety precautions.

• Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and web- based applications.

• Equipment usage, materials and supplies used to do minor repairs.

• Practices, methods, equipment, tools, and materials used in building construction, alteration, repair, maintenance, and operation.

• General knowledge of control systems, mechanical equipment, power equipment, , sprinkler systems, energy management equipment, electrical systems and equipment, communications systems, and diagnostic equipment.

• Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes and regulations.

• Safe driving, equipment and tool use principles and practices

• Principles and practices of working safely.

• Airport rules and regulations; Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) advisory circulars, airport self-inspection Program; navigational aids, weather reports, separation minimums, National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) 830; Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs); aircraft operations and communications; runway conditions reports and runway lighting systems.

Ability to:

• Understand and follow verbal and written instructions.

• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

• Work in extreme environmental conditions.

• Work effectively and safely in the absence of direct supervision.

• Establish, maintain and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

• Perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time.

• Work as part of a team, unsupervised and independently.

• Operate all types of equipment associated with aircraft operations, aircraft ground handling and airport maintenance programs preferred.

• Operate heavy and light equipment, including front-end loaders, snowplows, snowblowers and power take-off machinery.

• Conduct ongoing competitive analysis to include pricing, selling points and product offerings.

• Establish a culture that promotes safety through daily observation, training and documented safety procedures, monthly safety meetings, and routine audits.

• Identify key issues; creatively and strategically overcome changes or obstacles.

• Provide emergency repair service to disabled equipment.

• Exercise good judgment, flexibility, creativity, and sensitivity in response to changing situations and needs.

• Develop, coordinate, and direct varied activities involved in an airport FBO; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, airport manager, other agencies, participants, flight instructors, community leaders, and the general public; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to plan and supervise the work of paid staff and volunteers.

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS

• Private or Commercial Pilot’s License/Certificate or Military Aviator Rating.

• National Air Transportation Association Safety 1st, Fire Safety Training and Professional Line Service Training and/or Supervisor Training certification.

• Valid State of Colorado Commercial Driver’s License.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Office equipment including copier, fax machine, personal computer etc. Various NAVAID, lighting equipment, and vehicles associated with airport operations, snow plow truck, pickup truck, mobile fuel trucks, front end loaders, and rotary snow plows. Various power tools and hand tools

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with

disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls.

The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision,

depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities

to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to work near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions including light, dark, wind, rain, snow, cold, and heat. The employee may be exposed to wet and/or

humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderately noisy while in the office and may be loud to very loud when working outdoors requiring the use of hearing protection.

SELECTION GUIDELINES

Formal application, rating of education and experience; interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment

to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

If you like serving in a role that will directly and positively impact our great community, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Pay Range:

Offers will be negotiated based on each candidate's qualifications.

Merit:
This role is eligible for merit within our pay-for-performance philosophy via our annual performance review process.  Hires after September 1st will take the next year's compensation data into account but would not be eligible for merit until the following year.

Benefits:
Full-time roles are eligible for our comprehensive benefits program which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage options as well as other program offerings such as our Employee Assistance Program and more. You may also contribute to our 401(a) plan that includes a company match.  Seasonal roles are not eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage, but have benefits such as Paid Sick Leave, Ski and Skate Pass, Employee Assistance Program, etc.