Airport Facilities Assets Manager

Position Title:

Airport Facilities Assets Manager

Job Description:

Under the general administrative direction of the Airport Maintenance Operations Superintendent – Facilities, is responsible for monitoring and ensuring the efficient day to day operation of the Salt Lake Department of Airports facilities through frequent interaction with the public, airlines, tenants, FAA, TSA and other government agencies. Responsible for the coordination of Airport activities and personnel in the absence of senior management. Responsible for directing designated airport personnel to ensure the day to day safe, convenient, and efficient maintenance operations of the airport facilities for the Salt Lake City Department of Airport, Airport II, and Tooele Valley Airport. This is a managerial position requiring a broad range of experience with facilities aviation related activities and equipment including facilities aviation related activities and equipment including plumbing, electrical, mechanical, fire notification systems, conveyors, central plant, HVAC, doors, locks, security and FAA/TSA rules and regulations.

This position will remain open until filled and may close at any time.

Position Salary Range:

$ 93,221 - $ 103,579 *based on qualifications and experience.

This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:

• Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)
• Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Paid vacation and personal leave
• Six weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
• A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
• Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Leads and supervises a staff of technical personnel assigned to the facilities of Airport maintenance and ensures compliance with policies, procedures, security regulations and set standards related to maintenance of airports.
• Ensures that maintenance activities conducted at the facilities does not create a negative impact on the efficient operation of the Airport functions.  Interacts with senior Airport, airline, and tenant management to coordinate maintenance activities.
• Conducts daily inspections and spot checks of Airport facilities, with an emphasis on customer service satisfaction to ensure levels of service, repair, maintenance, and construction activities comply with the current operational philosophy and world class maintenance practices. Receives, responds, and documents complaints received about services. Investigates and resolves maintenance problems involving Airport users.
• Conducts studies and projects, as directed, to develop or refine maintenance policies and procedures. Determines actions to be taken as a basis for making recommendations and decisions on operational matters. Assists in the formulation and implementation of approved programs.
• Responsible for the planning and supervision of routine shift activities including assigning designated airport personnel, monitoring safety and asset maintenance, and ensuring staffing needs are maintained. Assigns designated maintenance airport personnel as necessary, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures, rules and regulations, federal, state and local laws, and city ordinances.
• Prepares and administers proposed operating budgets for facilities groups including, but not limited to electrical, utilities, plumbing, mechanical systems, keys/locks, carpentry, painting, HVAC, central plant, lighting, and signs.
• Plans and supervises on the job training. Provides direction, appraisal, promotion, hiring, and discipline actions to designated airport personnel. Maintains records and reports as required by the Department of Airports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from an accredited four year college or university with a degree in aviation management, Construction Management, Facilities Management, engineering, or a related field, and six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in an aviation related environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may he substituted on a year for year basis.
• Working knowledge of federal, state and local rules and regulations governing aviation, airline, and airport maintenance operations. Working knowledge of facility maintenance operations and technical aviation issues.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communications skill. Ability to maintain accurate records and to prepare technical reports.
• Demonstrated ability to deal courteously and effe