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AIRPORT CREW LEADER OPERATIONS

DEPARTMENT: Community and Economic Development

DIVISION: Airport

PAY GRADE 140: $59,997.92 to $86,967.98 Annual Salary ($28.84 - $41.81 Hourly)

FLSA STATUS: Exempt, Non-Merit, Full-Time & Eligible for Benefits

THE FOLLOWING PROFESSIONAL TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS ARE PREFERRED

• AAAE Airport Certified Employee (ACE) certifications

• • Airfield Operations (ACE-OPS)
  • AAAE Airport Operations Specialist (ASOS) - Basic
  • AAAE Airport Operations Specialist (ASOS) - Advanced
  • FAA Part 139 Operations and Compliance Training

• Electrical, lighting, or utility maintenance Journeyman Electrician classification.
• Airport pavement maintenance, PCI inspection, or pavement management training.
• Snow and ice control operations experience.

GENERAL PURPOSE

Under the direction of the Assistant Airport Director and the Airport Director, the Crew Leader in the Airport Division plans, coordinates, oversees, and participates in the maintenance, repair, inspection, and operational readiness of airport facilities, infrastructure, vehicles, equipment, and airfield systems. This position is responsible for ensuring airport assets are maintained in a safe, reliable, and serviceable condition to support the continuous operation of a federally obligated, FAA Part 139 certificated commercial service airport. This position oversees airport/airfield facility maintenance activities, including the airport pavement maintenance programs, airfield lighting systems, signage, markings, buildings, grounds, utilities, fleet equipment, snow removal, asset management systems, and other airport infrastructure. The position supports compliance with FAA, TSA, environmental concerns, risk management, and City policy requirements to maximize infrastructure life cycle.

This position oversees airport maintenance personnel, contractors, consultants, and regulatory agencies as directed. The employee participates in airport emergency operations, snow and ice control activities, construction coordination, and after-hours response to operational, safety, security, and maintenance-related incidents. Work requires independent judgment, technical expertise, and the ability to prioritize multiple operational needs while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and airport policies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Plans, coordinates, and participates in the maintenance, repair, inspection, and operational readiness of airport pavements, lighting systems, signage, markings, buildings, grounds, utilities, fleet vehicles, equipment, and other airport infrastructure.
• Develops, implements, and administers preventative maintenance programs, asset management systems, and work order processes to maximize infrastructure life cycle, improve reliability, and protect the Airport's investment in facilities and equipment.
• Supports compliance with FAA Part 139 requirements by conducting inspections, correcting deficiencies, maintaining records, and ensuring airport facilities and infrastructure remain in a safe and operational condition.
• Performs inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, and basic repair of airfield lighting systems, guidance signs, navigational aids, electrical infrastructure, regulators, vault equipment, and associated airport systems.
• Identifies Airport electrical system deficiencies, outages, and operational concerns and takes appropriate corrective action within the scope of training and authority.
• Coordinates with licensed electricians, specialized contractors, engineers, manufacturers, and regulatory agencies as necessary to diagnose, repair, restore, or upgrade complex electrical systems and infrastructure beyond the scope of routine maintenance.
• Performs inspection, maintenance, repair, and preservation of airport pavements, pavement markings, crack sealing, drainage systems, fencing, and related airport infrastructure. Identifies deficiencies, deterioration, safety concerns, and operational impacts and implements appropriate corrective actions within the scope of available resources and authority.
• Coordinates with Assistant Airport Director as necessary to evaluate, design, repair, rehabilitate, or replace infrastructure systems beyond the scope of routine maintenance.
• Oversight of large, contracted projects resulting in operational impact for the Airport Divisions.
• Consistent feedback and updates from contracted work to both the Airport Assistant Director and the Airport Director on project status, compliance standards, and foreseeable concerns with any operational projects assigned. Ensuring pre-approved established timelines and that FAA requirements will be met.
• Develops, administers, and maintains preventative maintenance programs for airport vehicles, snow removal equipment, fleet assets, generators, airfield lighting systems, and maintenance equipment.
• Perform routine inspections, servicing, minor repairs, maintenance scheduling, record keeping, and corrective actions necessary to ensure operational readiness and maximize equipment life cycle.
• Coordinate with City Fleet for repairs and scheduled maintenance of equipment as needed
• Coordinates and participates in snow and ice control operations, including equipment readiness, staffing, material management, airfield condition assessments, and emergency operational support.
• Supports compliance with applicable FAA, TSA, OSHA, EPA, State, and City policy and procedures.
• Conducts required inspections, identifies hazards, investigates incidents, and implements corrective action received from the Assistant Airport Director.

• Manages operational inventory and airport equipment. Establishes an equipment lifecycle and maintenance needed for airport machinery.

• Operational emergency response for airport incidents, security events, utility failures, severe weather events, and other airport operational management. Participate in emergency planning exercises with a focus on operational support within emergency response events.

• Conducts and documents required ACM reports, inspection records, maintenance documentation, budget information, project updates, regulatory records, and other administrative documents required to support airport operations and compliance programs.
• Attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this position. Employees are required to work as a team and frequently meet with co-workers and supervisors; employees are required to communicate in person with the public during office hours; and employees are required to use on-site equipment.
• Perform other related duties as required/assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Graduation from high school or its equivalent is required.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in airport maintenance, airfield operations, facilities maintenance, public works, construction, utilities, heavy equipment operations, electrical systems, or a closely related field, including at least two (2) years of supervisory or lead-worker experience.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, certifications, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered in place of some experience requirements.
• Experience working at a federally obligated airport, FAA Part 139 certificated airport, military airfield, public works agency, or similar operational environment is preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• At the time of hire; Must possess a valid Driver License
• Must maintain all required training and certifications necessary to support FAA Part 139 compliance, airport safety programs, and operational readiness.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS WITH ESTABLISHED TIMEFRAME FOR COMPLETION

• Required within three (3) months of hire.
• Airport Safety and Operations School (ASOS) - Basic
• Airport Safety and Operations School (ASOS) - Advanced
• Ability to obtain and maintain Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) access
• Ability to obtain and maintain Airport Operations Area (AOA) movement area driving
• Ability to obtain and maintain Airfield Communications Certification.
• Required to complete NIMS IS100 and IS700 within three (3) months of hire.
• Required within six (6) months of hire.
• Must obtain a Class A CDL and maintain an acceptable driving record.
• Required within twelve (12) months of hire.
• AAAE Airport Certified Employee - Airfield Lighting Maintenance (ACE-ALM)
• AAE Airport Certified Employee - Airfield Operations (ACE- OPS)

OGDEN CITY BENEFITS

• Language Pay
• Holidays
• Sick, Vacation, and Comp Time Leave
• Medical and Dental
• EAP- Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Employee Loan Program- Computer, Bike & Exercise equipment loans when available
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

THE FULL JOB DESCRIPTION IS ATTACHED AS A PDF

Applicants must be willing to consent to a background check, which includes a criminal record check, verification of employment, and verification of education transcripts.

In accordance with the Federal Department of Transportation and Ogden City's policy, we conduct urine drug screening for post-employment offers and at random times for DOT and safety-sensitive positions.

If you refuse testing or test positive (evidence of drug use), your offer of employment will be withdrawn. The City of Ogden also complies with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 in the city's employment practices and policies.