Part-Time Airport Lineman

Airport Operations Specialist

The purpose of this position is to perform skilled, specialized work in the operation of the Oconee County Regional Airport. This position ensures the safe and efficient operation of aircraft on the ground. Primary responsibilities include refueling and moving aircraft, maintaining ground support equipment, assisting with aircraft parking, processing fuel and cash sales, and providing customer service to pilots, passengers, and companies. Additional duties involve routine inspections, FOD management, housekeeping of airport grounds, and maintaining records of hangars and long-term parking. This position also assists in maintaining airport lighting, placing NOTAMs, quality control of aviation fuel, and driving various vehicles to support airport operations. The class works under supervision according to standard procedures and strict safety protocols, but also independently as required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out but may be considered incidental in the performance of this job.

Refuels aircraft.

Receives fuel shipments and performs fuel quality control.

Positions, tows, parks, and secures aircraft, and maintains radio advisory communications.

Processes fuel and miscellaneous sales.

Maintains buildings and hangars.

Maintains airfield lighting.

Maintains airfield grounds and equipment.

Inspects operational surface areas, including Foreign Object Damage (FOD) management.

Provides professional and courteous customer service.

Performs administrative functions and computer work, including maintaining product inventory and fuel ordering.

Inspects safety equipment, including fire bottles.

Performs routine vehicle inspections.

Handles special projects.

Completes recurrent training.

Maintains records of hangars and long-term parking.

Conducts routine inspections, including runway, ramp, and hangar inspections.

Manages FOD (Foreign Object Damage).

Places NOTAMs (Notices to Airmen).

Drives and operates fuel trucks, passenger vehicles, and rental cars.

Performs housekeeping duties inside and outside the terminal.

Delivers catering to aircraft, as needed.

Provides stormwater inspections.

Manages and communicates on UNICOMM for inbound and outbound aircraft.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities include general aviation knowledge, aircraft and airport operational procedures, fueling procedures, fuel quality control, hazardous materials management, operating aviation fuel storage facilities, and general mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry skills.

Education and experience include a high school diploma, GED, or specialized vocational training, and experience working in airport operations or a related setting.

Licenses, certifications, or registrations required include a valid driver's license. Preferred experience includes airport/aircraft operations and/or pilot certifications.

Physical demands include exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Special vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work environment includes demanding indoor and/or outdoor work environments with potential exposure to weather, noise, odors, extreme temperatures, vibration, moisture, humidity, dust, fumes, gases, electrical hazards, mechanical hazards, chemical hazards, burn hazards, and moving mechanical parts.