AIRPORT OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR -MAINTENANCE - HOU

Airport Operations Supervisor Maintenance

The Airport Operations Supervisor Maintenance provides leadership, training and direction to personnel engaged in maintenance functions of the Airport Operations Areas to include airfields, grounds physical plants and terminals. The Airport Supervisor is an advocate for the organization and employees, ensuring maintenance meets quality standards and is delivered at the defined level of service. "Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required". The Airport Operations Supervisor - Maintenance responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to :

• Plans, organizes and directs the daily operational activities of the preventive, corrective or scheduled maintenance sections of the Houston Airport System to include, mowing, painting, plumbing, repair (gates, signs, fences.), herbicide, and maintenance of terminal buildings, pavement roadways, runways, and taxiways.
• Organizes and issues work assignments and materials to meet workload demands.
• Inspects and monitors progress of various work crews to ensure compliance with schedules and work order specifications.
• Tracks work orders, materials, and hours expended in the INFOR system.
• Immediately responds to and corrects reported maintenance request that not compliant with 49 CFR part 139 or 14 CFR1542.
• Assist with responses to various airport emergencies and incidents.
• Trains employees and operate various types of equipment assigned to the section.
• Assist with various personnel actions to include interviews and recommendations of potential employees., promotions, counseling, disciplinary actions and performance evaluations.
• Assist in preparing and monitoring the budget expenditures to ensure appropriate resources are procured, stored and accounted for in compliance within approved budget.

Working Conditions :

The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 50 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required. There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals and / or extensive use of a video display terminal. Requires the ability to make coordinated gross motor movements in response to changing external stimuli within moderately demanding tolerances; or the ability to make coordinated eye / hand movements on a patterned response space within low tolerance demands with no real speed requirements.

Minimum Requirements :

Educational Requirements : Requires specialized training in principles, procedures, practices, routines OR techniques in a specific area OR trade applicable to the position, which might normally be acquired through at least 18 months of Education OR Training beyond the High School level. Vocational competence in the Operation of Mechanical or Electronic equipment may be required.

Experience Requirements : Two years of experience in Operations and / or Maintenance of a large facility are required, with some Supervisory experience preferred.

License Requirements : Must have a valid Texas driver's license and comply with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

Preferences :

Previous supervisory experience in a maintenance environment. Experience in developing and implementing planning solutions, including special events, and managing an annual operating budget for a larger hub airport is preferred. Strong knowledge of current FAA FAR Part 139 requirements and familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite, Kronos, INFOR, ABS, and OASIS software is a plus. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing and collaborate well with others to creatively solve problems and possess sound decision-making is preferred.

General Information :

Selection / Skills Tests Required : The selection process will involve application review and / or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.

Safety Impact Position - Yes : If Yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Pay Grade 22 : Salary information factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Application Procedures : Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at : www.houstontx.gov.

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic.