Airport Operations Specialist

Airport Operations Specialist 

Full-time employment opportunity with a dynamic and multi-faceted resource for economic development in the St. Louis region. 

About Us 

Since 1950, we have partnered with private and public organizations on hundreds of projects that have created thousands of jobs on both sides of the Mississippi River. 

BSD operates with a focus on making a positive impact on the region and the nation, better connecting the Bi-State area to the rest of the world. We are impacting neighborhoods, large and small, in Illinois and in Missouri, with investments that are shaped by our unique perspective of the region and its potential. 

Why Work Here 

• Work for a company that strives to make a positive impact in the region
• Earn competitive salary
• Free access to 9 gyms at our facilities 24/7 with Personal Trainers available
• Discounted memberships with Club Fitness
• Wellness program that provides free health screenings
• Discounted cellular phone service
• Free MetroLink and MetroBus access
• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage effective on your 1st day
• 4 weeks earned PTO
• Your Birthday is a floating holiday
• Company sponsored 401(k plan
• Employee assistance program
• Eligible for federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness program
• Tuition Reimbursement Available

The Role 

Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a large 14 CFR Part 139 Certified General Aviation Airport. Responsible for ensuring compliance with airport rules and regulations and enforcing legal or regulatory requirements. Responsible for maintaining all airport facilities and grounds to meet or exceed applicable rules, regulations, or regulatory requirements. Responsible for presenting the airport as a World-Class airport as one of the busiest airport in Illinois and is located on 1,010 acres, averages 120,000 annual operations, has 265 based aircraft, and 25 commercial tenants.   

This position has a base 4-10 schedule, but occasionally requires weekend and holiday work. Schedules are flexible.   

 Experience in maintenance preferred.

Preferred candidates will have ARFF Certification. 

Responsibilities 

      Assess the effects of facility conditions on continued safe and efficient airport operations. 

      Assist management in the development and implementation of policies and procedures affecting airport maintenance, safety, and security. 

      Complete daily job assignments to maintain: Fire Station, Airport Grounds; and Equipment in a clean and serviceable condition. 

      Conduct aircraft fuel storage and dispensing systems inspections. 

      Conduct fire safety inspection and education programs for airport staff, tenants, and customers. 

      Conduct repairs to Airport Owned Faculties such as sheet metal forming and structural repairs.  

      Conduct routine and special airport facility inspection and notify airport users of current airfield conditions. 

      Coordinate with air traffic control personnel and recommend air operations procedures appropriate to the existing conditions. 

      Coordinate with Assistant Airport Director on training, hazard mitigation, and standard operating procedures. 

      Drives firefighting and airport equipment in compliance with the laws of the State of Illinois and airport operating procedures. 

      Effectively communicate through verbal and written reports and work orders. 

      Maintain Airport Owned Facilities s