Airport Operations Technician

City of Prescott; Prescott (AZ); On-site; USD 49,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness services

Paid time off 25 days first year

10 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday

Free employee medical/dental/vision/lI

Pension through ASRS

Deferred compensation options

Job summary

City of Prescott invites applications for an Airport Operations Technician responsible for daily safety inspections and maintenance to support safe, compliant airport operations. The position requires knowledge of FAA Part 139, security procedures, and coordination with ATC.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, 1 year in airfield operations, a valid AZ driver's license, and completion of the Airport Operations training program within 3 months of hire; ACE designation preferred or

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1 year of airfield operations and/or maintenance experience preferred.
• Valid Arizona driver's license and background checks required.
• Complete Airport Operations training within 3 months of hire.
• AAAE ACE designation or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• Arizona Class B CDL desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily airport safety and security inspections of facilities, perimeter, grounds, and properties to ensure regulatory compliance and proper reporting.
• Conduct daily, nightly and special inspections per FAA and ACM guidelines; issue NOTAMs and logs.
• Monitor on-airport construction for safety and conformance with plans.
• Respond to aircraft incidents and activate the Airport Emergency Plan as needed.
• Operate heavy machinery and maintain perimeter roads; conduct general maintenance tasks.
• Provide airfield driver training and assist with airport documentation.

Skills

Airfield operations knowledge

Communication skills

Decision making

Public relations

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Airport Operations training program

AAAE ACE designation or obtain within 1 year

Arizona Class B CDL desirable

Tools

Heavy machinery operation

Airport vehicle operation

Job description

ANNOUNCEMENT OF INTERNAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Airport Operations Technician

Airport Operations

Hiring Range: $23.45 to $29.32 per hour

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: 107

Full Pay Range: $23.45 to $35.18 per hour

Deadline to Apply: 10/14/2026

Benefits Summary

Major Benefits for Full-Time Regular Employees:

• A diverse range of complimentary mental health and wellness services is available, including an Employee Assistance Program, a free subscription to Calm, and health coaching
• Paid time off up to 25 days in first year of employment
• 10 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per year
• Free employee only coverage for medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• Pension and long-term disability through Arizona State Retirement System, click here for more details
• Supplemental benefits such as deferred compensation plans and additional life insurance

Position Summary

Performs daily Airport safety and security inspections and general field maintenance activities to support the safe and efficient operation of the Prescott Regional Airport.

Essential Duties

• Performs daily Airport safety and security inspections of Airport facilities, perimeter, grounds, and properties to ensure regulatory compliance with FAR Part 139, Airport Certification Manual, FAR Part 77, TSR 1542, Airport Security Program, and other federal, state, and local regulations or policies; issues notices to airmen (NOTAMs), maintains logs; and records in accordance with regulatory requirements; writes incident/accident reports; and interacts with tenants and customers.
• Performs daily, nightly and special Airport self-inspections in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Regulations and the Airport Certification Manual (ACM).
• Inspects airfield surfaces, lighting, signage, and navigational aids in accordance with FAA Regulations.
• Performs general field maintenance to include mowing, weed removal, and sweeping in addition to general custodial services; issues work orders for non-conforming conditions.
• Monitors on-airport construction projects for safety and conformance with approved construction safety and phasing plans.
• Responds to all aircraft incidents and accidents on the airfield in accordance with the Airport Emergency Plan and to surrounding jurisdictions as requested and implements the Airport Emergency Plan.
• Maintains a safe operating environment for emergency personnel through coordination with Air Traffic Control.
• Initiates FAA, NTSB, or other agency investigations as directed by Department notification procedures.
• Handles general Airport Security in accordance with the Airport Security Plan (ASP); performs Airport security checks in accordance with Transportation Security Administration (TSA) regulations.
• Responds to Airport security incidents such as perimeter security breaches, unattended bags, etc. in accordance with the Airport Security Plan.
• Responds and monitors alerts.
• Performs snow and ice removal operations to the runways, taxiways, aircraft parking ramps, Airport public roads, sidewalks, and parking areas in accordance with the Airport Snow and Ice Control Plan.
• Issue/s cancel/ Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) along with other airfield safety and operational notification requirements.
• Issues Field Condition Reports (FICON).
• Logs, tracks, and responds to wildlife sightings and reports received; prepares regular reports and documentation of wildlife incidents; and regularly inspects Airport perimeter to identify wildlife habitat locations, access points, food sources, etc. and takes appropriate corrective action.
• Operates heavy machinery; mows with tractor flail mower; operates street sweeper; and maintains perimeter roads with dump truck and back hoes.
• Conducts regular inspections and monitoring of, but not limited to, aviation fuel service operations and storm water pollution prevention plan (SWPPP).
• Conducts airfield driver's training.
• Performs administrative work; reviews, responds, and generates emails; generates reports; and handles other Airport documentation.
• Perform/s other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Basic knowledge or interest in aviation environment; one (1) year of airfield operations and/or maintenance experience; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

Licensing, Certification, and Other Requirements:

Possess a valid Arizona driver's license; pass a TSA-mandated 10-year security background investigation, pre-employment drug test, fingerprint background check, and driver record check. Completion of the Airport Operations training program, as outlined in the City of Prescott Airport Operations New Employee Orientation/Training Guide, within three (3) months of hire. Possess an AAAE ACE-Operations and/or AAAE ACE Security Designation or have the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire. Desire an Arizona Class B Commercial Driver's License.

Employee Core Beliefs

City of Prescott employees should seek to uphold the City's core beliefs throughout their day-to-day business and with every customer they come in contact with, both internal and external. Our core beliefs are: Acting with Integrity, Working as a Team, Being Accountable, Practicing Innovative Problem Solving, Take Pride in Excellent Results, Focusing on Our Community and Being Nice.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of 14 CFR Part 139 and 77 regulations, limitations, practices, and procedures for inspections, operations, maintenance, and construction on and around airport property.
• Knowledge of Transportation Security Regulations 1540 and 1542.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and City rules, regulations, policies, procedures, codes, and ordinances related to security of certificated airports.
• Knowledge of a variety of building and facility maintenance procedures and techniques.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions associated with facility maintenance and airport operations as well as state, federal, and local rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of machinery and equipment necessary for maintaining public areas.
• Knowledge of diagnostics, repair, and basic preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
• Skill in using common hand and power tools.
• Skill in operating and working around moving equipment.
• Skill in writing documents/briefings efficiently.
• Skill in utilizing public relations techniques in responding to inquiries and complaints.
• Ability to work independently and making sound decisions.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to follow safety practices and recognizing hazards.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Physical Demands And Working Conditions

• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors.
• Safely and effectively and safely perform required duties; safely operate required equipment and City vehicle as needed.
• Must be able to lift 100 pounds occasionally with assistance, 50 pounds regularly without assistance, and push, pull, twist reach and bend.
• Clearly, concisely and effectively communicate in person and over the telephone and aviation radios.
• Duties require working shifts including mornings, nights, weekends, holidays, on-call, and/or being available to respond to a variety of airfield problems and situations.
• Work is performed part of the time working in an environment where errors on this job can lead to significant physical or mental consequences for self or others.

Successful candidate will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:

• Drug screening
• Motor vehicle records check
• Criminal Background Screening

City of Prescott Contact Information

201 N. Montezuma Street, Suite 207

Prescott, AZ 86301

Email: [e-mail]

Website: www.prescott-az.gov

Phone: [phone] / Fax: [phone]

In accordance with A.R.S. 23 - 493, this position has been identified as "Safety Sensitive". The City of Prescott is an Equal Employment Opportunities/Americans Disabilities Act reasonable accommodation employer.