Lead Airfield Maintenance Worker

City of Lubbock; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Lubbock seeks an experienced professional to lead and participate in inspection, maintenance, construction and repairs at the municipal airfield. responsibilities include supervising a crew, coordinating scheduling, and ensuring safety and FAA standard compliance.

You will monitor weather impacts on airfield operations, train and guide staff, and assist with purchases and payroll processing. This role supports daily operations and related duties to keep the airfield functioning

Qualifications

• Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with one to two years of experience in airfield maintenance plus supervisory experience; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in inspection, maintenance, construction and repairs at the municipal airfield.
• Assist with scheduling assigned work on and around the airfield
• Instruct, train and oversee the work of a crew in the maintenance of airport facilities and grounds
• Monitor runway conditions during inclement weather to keep the airport operational
• Work with the crew; inspect and approve output; provide feedback to supervisor
• Ensure conformance to FAA standards for facilities including runways, taxiways, lighting, fences and navigation aids
• Oversee contractors and QA/QC efforts
• Assist with purchases and budget monitoring
• Process accounts payable and purchasing related tasks
• Assist in preparing payroll for the department
• Perform related duties as required

Skills

Supervisory experience

Airfield maintenance knowledge

Communication skills

Reports reading/writing

Valid Texas Driver License

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Leads and and participates in inspection, maintenance, construction and repairs at the municipal airfield.

Summary

Leads and and participates in inspection, maintenance, construction and repairs at the municipal airfield.

Essential Functions

• Assist with scheduling assigned work on and around the airfield;
• Instruct, train and oversee the work of a crew in the maintenance of airport facilities and grounds;
• Assist in monitoring runway conditions during inclement weather to determine actions needed in order to keep the airport operational;
• Works alongside the crew and assists, monitors, inspects and approves crew work output;
• Provide informal assessment of crew performance to the supervisor;
• Review work of crew for conformance to Federal Aviation Administration standards. Facilities include all runways, taxiways, ramps, airfield lighting, security gates and fences, roadways, safety areas, and associated navigation aids;
• Provide guidance and oversight to contractors and monitor their QA/QC efforts;
• Assist with purchases utilizing the purchasing card, and monitor the appropriate department accounts to remain within budget;
• Assist with processing accounts payable for Direct Payment Requests, purchasing card, purchasing orders, and purchase requisitions;
• Assist in the preparation of work injury forms for on-the-job accidents;
• Prepare and submit department payroll in the absence of the supervisor;
• Perform related duties as required.

Qualifications

Completion of a high school diploma or the equivalent with one to two years of experience in airfield maintenance plus supervisory experience; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

• Physical Exam Required
• Valid Texas Driver License required
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred, but not required

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge Of

• Materials, methods, and equipment used in the maintenance of the airport facilities.

Ability to:

• Operate trucks, maintainers, backhoes, front-end loaders, and similar equipment;
• Perform routine plumbing, vehicle service and maintenance, welding, and carpentry;
• Perform concrete and asphalt work;
• Perform maintenance of airfield lighting system with proper training and in accordance with safety procedures;
• Read instructions and write in order to complete reports;
• Communicate effectively with others.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift up to 25 pounds
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 100 pounds
• Continuously stand and walk during and shift
• Occasionally bend and kneel during a shift
• Occasionally push and pull objects
• Flex upper trunk forward at the waist, and flex partially at the knees
• Move in a crawling motion in order to work under vehicles
• Rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing
• Coordinate eye, hand and foot movement in order to operate various types of vehicles and machinery

The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package.

01

Do you have one to two years of experience in airfield maintenance plus supervisory experience?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a valid Texas driver license?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in the maintenance of the airport facilities?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question