Maintenance Unit Supervisor, Aviation Department, JFK Airport

About the Role

This position offers a unique and challenging opportunity to serve as a key member of the electrical maintenance team at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). The successful candidate will hold a wide range of responsibilities related to the maintenance and operation of the airport’s electrical infrastructure including but not limited to aeronautical lighting and signage, low and medium voltage distribution, and various complex electrical systems. The candidate will play a critical role in the implementation of a comprehensive electrical maintenance program while ensuring that all activities align with the Port Authority’s priorities and operational standards. The idea candidate should have strong leadership skills, a commitment to operational excellence, and be comfortable navigating ambiguity in a dynamic and fast paced environment.  

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Electrical Chief Maintenance Supervisor, the selected individual will be responsible for supervising the activities of skilled mechanics in the maintenance and repair of electrical systems at John F. Kennedy International Airport. While core responsibilities are centered around supervision of electricians performing maintenance and repair of aeronautical lighting, signage, and equipment, the successful candidate is expected to participate in a dynamic and comprehensive electrical maintenance program. As the program is further developed, responsibilities may rotate or be adjusted to align with emerging needs or priorities within the electrical maintenance program. Those maintenance needs may include roadway and parking lot lighting, emergency and standby power systems, and power distribution equipment.

The successful candidate will also be responsible for updating and maintaining maintenance records using Maximo and other tools. Additionally, the successful candidate may be required to respond to and coordinate corrective efforts supporting facility electrical emergencies and issues. The candidate may also be required to provide support for facility construction projects, primarily related to the airfield.

Major responsibilities include:

·        Administering and supervising airfield electrical maintenance routines to maintain compliance with FAA FAR 139 certifications.

·        Performing airfield inspections and walkthroughs.

·        Participating in the unit’s electrical safety program.

·        Participating in project scoping, design, and construction meetings.

·        Review and comment on contract drawings and facility alterations and evaluate them for their impact on the operation and maintenance systems.

·        Attending interim and final inspections.

·        Planning, initiating, and directing the instruction of assigned personnel in work methods and techniques, safe work practices, and use of materials and equipment.

·        Developing and analyzing maintenance functions to ensure the most efficient utilization of workforce and equipment. 

·        Supporting and updating the unit’s roster or routines as approved by the Unit Chief.  

·        Performing audits on materials, equipment, inventoried spare parts, etc.

·        Providing ongoing support for facility construction projects.