What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aviation Line Services Technician position at City of Killeen?
To perform a variety of tasks necessary to safely fuel and service aircraft; and tasks related to customer service, ground handling and ground maintenance.
Employee has no supervisory responsibilities.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Operates and performs minor maintenance on large aviation fuel service trucks to fuel civilian and military aircraft to include conducting daily and monthly preventative maintenance checks, sump checks, Millipore monitor tests, and filter changes.
Operates and performs minor maintenance on an aviation fuel storage facility consisting of tanks with capacities of up to 12,000 gallons and individual pumps, to include conducting daily and monthly preventative maintenance checks, sump checks, Millipore monitor tests, and filter changes.
Performs ramp ground handling duties for all aircraft and charters to include marshalling of aircraft, lavatory services, loading/unloading of baggage and equipment, cabin service cleaning, pushback, and tow services (operates all associated equipment: bag tug, belt loader, portable stairs, pushback tug etc.) Transports and assists disabled passengers in boarding and deplaning aircraft.
Receives payments for aviation services performed to include fuel and oil sales, tie-down rental fees, and hangar rental. Performs quality control checks on commercial bulk fuel deliveries to include hydro testing. Acts as a receptionist for the General/Corporate Aviation Terminal Building. Greets the public and assist in responding to the customer’s request for assistance.
Performs basic and preventative maintenance on all ground handling equipment.
Provides escort of passengers, contractors, or other individuals within the Security Identification Area (SIDA) of the airport when directed by appropriate authority.
Performs basic maintenance on unleaded gasoline and diesel retail fuel dispensers. Performs maintenance and preventive maintenance of ground handling equipment. Issue’s diesel and gasoline to customers ground support equipment and vehicles. Performs daily inspections of the airport runway, taxiways, and related airfield infrastructure.
Inspects vehicles before entering the Security Identification Area (SIDA).
Perform maintenance and repair of airfield, General/Corporate Aviation Building, and Fuel Farm. Performs basic grounds keeping and landscape maintenance to include mowing, trimming, and debris pick-up. Also performs custodial duties ensuring proper cleanliness of facilities
Publishes Notices to Airmen (NOTAMS) for the general aviation airport and has authority to close the general aviation airport, if needed.
Reacts to aviation related emergencies.
Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in the Department and City attendance policies and procedures; ensures all behaviors comply with the City’s Personnel Rules and Regulations; possesses and maintains a valid driver's license and comply with City of Killeen driving policy accordingly.
Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
1. Graduation from high school or equivalent; and
2. Six (6) months of related experience.
3. Three (3) months experience operating civilian or military fuel service equipment.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
1. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
2. Ability to establish effective working relationships.
3. Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
4. Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
5. Skill in operation of listed equipment.
6. Ability to perform arithmetic computations accurately and quickly.
7. Ability to handle stressful situations.
8. Basic computer skills.
9. Ability to work independently.
10. Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time.
11. Working knowledge of equipment, materials and supplies used in fueling and servicing aircraft.
12. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Employee must possess a valid Class C Texas driver's license by date-of-hire and comply with the City of Killeen driving policy;
2. Employee must pass a FBI fingerprint-based background check by date-of-hire;
3. Employee must pass a TSA Security Threat Assessment (STA) by date-of-hire;
4. Employee may be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts.
Salary : $16
