Operations Coordinator I

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conducts daily and special inspections of all facilities (airside, landside, terminal) for safety, security, aesthetics and regulatory compliance and reports findings to the Operations Coordinator I and takes corrective action when able or generates maintenance requests.

· Maintains a daily shift log detailing all routine, non-routine and important happenings occurring anywhere on airport property. Monitors day to day construction activities and escorts contractor crews when necessary and ensures highest level of safety for work crews and aircraft. Administers Wildlife Management Program. Compiles incident reports to be submitted to the Operations Coordinator I.

· Assists Airport Maintenance Department with facility repairs and grounds maintenance, when necessary. Conducts regular vehicle/equipment preventative maintenance inspections and reports finding to the Operations Coordinator I. Performs janitorial duties, as necessary.

· Must be able to drive a tractor for mowing and snow removal.

· Must be able to use a radio and communicate with aircraft

· Fuels aircraft, maintains fuel farm, conducts daily, quarterly, monthly, and annual fuel quality controls and accepts fuel deliveries.

· Performs other aircraft servicing functions as necessary to include towing, marshalling, transient space assignments, etc.

· Daily policing and enforcement of: Standard Operating Procedures, Operations Manual, Airport rules and regulations, all applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan.

· Coordinates with coworkers in the management of assigned projects to include, but not limited to: inspection review, field maintenance plan assignments, small maintenance assignments, etc.

· Advises Operations Coordinator I of conditions requiring the issuance of Notices To Airmen (NOTAM).

· Ensures highest level of customer service and assistance. Fields complaints from client/owner, customers, the community, tenants, etc. Assists the Operations Coordinator I with youth group/community enrichment programs. Prepares complaint forms to be submitted to the Operations Coordinator I.

· Monitors access control program and reports discrepancies to the Operations Coordinator I.

· Accurately and efficiently handles monies collected from fuel/aviation product sales.

· Assists the Operations Coordinator I with hangar inspections for lease compliance and after move-out.

• Assists the Operations Coordinator I with initial training of airport employees and with assigning Airport Interns with projects.

· Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to perform assigned tasks independently involving proper use of airport equipment;
• Ability to properly handle the equipment used in the work place;
• Ability to perform routine maintenance; properly use two-way radio equipment and safely operate equipment on the airfield;
• Ability to properly represent the Fort Wayne-Allen County Airport Authority when delivering customer service.

Experience and Education Requirements

High school equivalent education with at least six months of maintenance related work experience (i.e., equipment operation, concrete, building maintenance, construction, and/or lawn care) and customer service.

Position requires basic computer operations experience, including strong working knowledge of email, word processing and spreadsheet applications (Microsoft products desirable).

Special Requirements

• Possess a valid driver's license
• Pass a pre-hire drug screen and random alcohol and drug testing
• Pass federal fingerprint based criminal history background check
• Available for recall during non-duty hours for emergencies, snow removal or other required duties

The Airport Operations Coordinator I is responsible for ensuring safe and efficient day to day operations of the Airport as well as providing aircraft refueling and courtesy ramp assistance to airport users in accordance with established standards and procedures. Process sale transactions, coordinate pilot and employee communications and perform general maintenance duties. Provide the highest level of customer service and safety at all times. The Airport Operations Coordinator I is expected to be self-motivated and able to prioritize duties efficiently.

Get started in an aviation career with a fun and dynamic team at Smith Field Airport This position is part time; hours vary.