Airport Operations Technician

Airport Operations Technician

At FlyUSA, we're redefining the private aviation experience from start to finish. As leaders in the industry, we provide comprehensive solutions that meet the unique needs of our clientele. We're not just about flying; we're about delivering unparalleled service and creating memorable journeys. FlyUSA at Clearwater Executive Airport is looking for an enthusiastic Airport Operations Technician to join our team! As an Airport Operations Technician, your responsibilities will include providing top-notch customer service for both internal and external customers. The position will include minor to moderate repairs of airfield maintenance vehicles, fueling vehicles, fuel farm and lawn care vehicles. This position will be the sole owner of all lawn care, at the Clearwater Executive Airport. The position will include hangar utilization audits, hangar discrepancy tracking, Hangar PMI Inspections, and hangar repairs. This may include the coordination of third party contractors. This position will require the right person to cover the necessary repair functions for the Ground Service Equipment, Fueling Equipment, and Hangar Facilities at both locations. The selected candidate shall be granted use of a work vehicle as well as a tool stipend.

Location: Clearwater, FL (On-Site) and Tampa, FL (On-Site) Job Type: Full Time - 40 Hrs. Per Week

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide exceptional customer service to aircraft owners and operators
• Perform aircraft fueling operations, as required.
• Assist with aircraft parking and towing, as required.
• Conduct routine inspections of fueling equipment and report any issues or malfunctions
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and procedures
• Maintain all greens areas of the airport complex, and all equipment pertaining to the management and upkeep of those spaces. Scheduling external vendors as required.
• Maintain all required airport lighting, signage and painting. Schedule approved vendors as required.
• Maintain all hangar facilities and subleased facilities per sublease agreement. Schedule approved vendors as required.
• Maintain all common space items including lighting, water and power. Schedule approved vendors as required.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in aviation or related field preferred
• Familiarity with aircraft fueling procedures and equipment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Previous diesel mechanic and/or gasoline mechanic. Certified, or some certification preferred.
• Previous property management experience strongly preferred.
• Personally owned tooling to repair any of the required areas.
• Some college course work, or a combination of work and education, to a total of 4 years of direct experience in either aviation or verifiable automotive repair. Associate's degree, or bachelor's degree preferred.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Equal Opportunity Employer: FlyUSA Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.