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About Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Owned by the City of Austin and operated by the Department of Aviation, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is an economic engine, supplying over 74,000 direct and indirect jobs in the Central Texas region. Now, as we build the airport’s largest improvement program in its history, we are redefining the travel experience in one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team behind Journey With AUS, the airport’s expansion and development program, where bold ideas, cutting-edge infrastructure, and a shared commitment to excellence are taking flight.
Job Description:
Airport Systems Maintenance Coordinator
Purpose:
Under limited supervision, this position plans, coordinates work, and leads personnel in the installation, maintenance, inspection, and repair of airport systems and operational needs of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) facilities and infrastructure.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Coordinates, plans, organizes, and leads crews in the completion of assigned work orders including making materials ready, performing quality inspections, preparing system outage requests, preparing as-built mark-up, and other tasks as necessary.
Performs field and facility investigations and inspections to ensure maintenance, construction, and repairs activities comply with all governing bodies and jurisdictions having authority, and to assess necessary routine and preventative maintenance needs.
Tracks and requests needed trade and construction permits to ensure proper agencies are notified of all construction and maintenance activities.
Liaises between the Department of Aviation (DOA) maintenance divisions and AUS stakeholders on maintenance activities and requests.
Ensures compliance with all Federal, State, City, and Local regulation, policies, procedures, and ordinances.
Monitors budget and ensures maintenance parts are within established budgetary goals; assists with budget preparation and forecasting.
Communicates with leadership regarding work order planning and status and other issues as needed.
Assists in monitoring Asset Management System (AMS), providing quality assurance review of maintenance and repair activities, and updates the work order database.
Assists with performing contract and procurement duties. Recommends major purchases and expenditures; develops specifications for product price and services; monitors contracts and contractor compliance; assists with developing and requisitioning of replacement parts; and assists management in the process of purchasing and retiring surplus capital equipment.
Calculates figures and compiles data and information for reports, cost estimates, and asset life cycle.
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
Provides leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Knowledge of all governmental regulations such as Transportation Security Administration (TSA), EPA, TNRCC, OSHA, FAA, TCEQ, NEC, FDA, TDLR, and other guidelines governing the regulations addressing the operation, maintenance, and upkeep of commercial airports.
Knowledge of City of Austin and DOA policies and procedures.
Knowledge of training and monitoring of assigned work group.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
Knowledge of relational databases for data entry, data queries, and generating reports.
Knowledge of city practice and procedures.
Skill in reading plans, maps, drawings, and equipment schematics.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in using computers and related software.
Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
Skill in planning and organizing.
Ability to use conflict management.
Ability to interpret policies and procedures.
Ability to read and follow technical guidelines and standard operating procedures.
Reads and interprets blueprints, diagrams, schematics, drawings, manufacturer manuals, and as-built mark-ups as necessary.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees, tenants, and the public.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
Ability to facilitate meetings and discussions with diverse groups.
Ability to lead others effectively.
Minimum Qualifications:
Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus five (5) years of experience in diagnostics, repair, testing, maintenance, or installation of equipment and systems, including two (2) years of experience which were in the Aviation industry.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
Valid State of Texas Class C Driver License.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master Plumber License or the ability to obtain within 6 months
Experience with plumbing maintenance in a large commercial facility
Experience with a Computerized Maintenance System (CMMS)
Notes to Candidate:
Under limited supervision, this position plans, coordinates work, and leads plumbing personnel in the installation, maintenance, inspection, and repair of airport plumbing systems and operational needs of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) facilities and infrastructure.
Assessment:
A skills assessment will be required for this position.
Salary Range:
$34.46-$43.41
Driver’s Requirement:
This position must travel between various locations as part of the regular job duties and the individual will be required to drive a City vehicle. Position will also be required to drive on the AOA.
This position requires a Valid Texas Class C Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months. Job Offer is contingent on having a driving record that meets the City’s Driver Record Evaluation Standards.
Essential Personnel:
This position is categorized as essential personnel. Essential personnel are required to come to work during emergencies or bad weather at the airport if they are scheduled to work and, in some cases, when they are not scheduled.
Application Information:
A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please list your complete employment history, to include all job duties, responsibilities and employment dates on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (i.e., “see resume” or “see LinkedIn profile”). Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary. Supplemental information or changes to your application will not be accepted after the job posting closes. The responses to the supplemental questions inquiring about experience should be reflected on your application.
Veteran:
Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview.
Criminal History Records Check:
The top candidate will be subject to a minimum 10-year criminal background check and security threat assessment.
Language:
Must have the ability to read, write, and fluently speak in English.
Overtime: Non-exempt only
Overtime may be required with or without notice.
Work Hours:
6:00 AM-2:30 PM, Monday-Friday.
Hours may change according to departmental needs; work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekend work.
Shift Incentive:
Shift work includes shift differential incentive for evening and night shifts and weekends
Good Standing – Department/Division Postings:
Employees, in good standing, who are candidates within the department/division that the position resides in and who meet the minimum and preferred qualifications (if any) of the position will be included in the initial interview. Department/division employees must remain in good standing through the top candidate selection phase at which time the good standing status will be re-verified.
Important Note to Applicants:
Please be aware that the Job Posting Close Date reflects the final day to apply, but the posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed. All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.
We also recommend that you save or print a copy of the job posting for your records. Once a posting has closed, it will no longer be viewable in the system.
Department may close this job posting at any time after 7 days
Benefits:
Working with Aviation provides a number of health and welfare benefits see City of Austin Promotional Benefits Overview and click HERE to learn more.
See us in action: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport - AUS - YouTube
EEO Statement for City of Austin:
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
Other facts
About City of Austin
An award-winning employer, the City of Austin has a Council-Manager form of government and employs 13.8K employees. The City Manager, appointed by the City Council, is responsible to the Council for the management of City employees, and for the administration of all City affairs.
In order to achieve the vision of making Austin the most livable city in the country, Austin’s city government’s mission is to be the best-managed city in the country. The City continues to implement its best‐managed mission through transparent business practices, excellence in public service, innovative leadership, and providing services that are reliable, safe, efficient, and above national standards.
The Austin metro area population is more than 2 million people. Geographically, Austin consists of approximately 326 square miles.
Austin is nationally recognized as a great place to live due in part to its diverse population, as well as its promotion of a year-round outdoor active lifestyle. Austin’s quality of life has become its biggest economic development engine, and the City’s diverse demographic structure serves to support and enrich its quality of life. Austin is fortunate to offer a host of broad-ranged educational opportunities as host to six universities, a robust community college system, and numerous other institutions of higher learning.
What you'll do
- The Airport Systems Maintenance Coordinator plans, coordinates, and leads personnel in the installation, maintenance, inspection, and repair of airport systems. This role involves ensuring compliance with regulations and managing work orders and maintenance activities.
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