Airport Operations Agent - Colorado Springs Airport

About the role

Filling multiple positions as Airport Operations Agents at the Colorado Springs Airport. Supports the safe, secure, and efficient operation of all airside, landside, and terminal areas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct airfield, terminal, and landside inspections to ensure compliance with FAA, TSA, and local regulatory requirements.
• Identify discrepancies and initiate corrective actions, including issuing maintenance work orders.
• Operate vehicles on airport movement and non-movement areas while maintaining required radio communication.
• Respond to all airport emergencies, coordinate responding services, and document activities.
• Maintain detailed written logs and prepare reports on significant events, communications, operational actions, discrepancies, and incidents.
• Support emergency response activities and staff the Airport Communications Center.
• Exercise critical thinking and sound decision-making to assess situations, determine appropriate actions, and resolve operational issues.
• Implement department plans and procedures during operational events, emergencies, and other situations requiring coordinated response.

Requirements

• Pass a fingerprint-based criminal history records check as required by TSA.
• Valid, non-probationary Colorado driver's license not subject to restrictions.

Qualifications

• Completion of the twelfth grade (high school diploma or GED).
• One year of full-time airport operations or administration, airfield maintenance, airline or FBO ramp operations and/or directly related military experience.

Skills

• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations 14 CFR Part 139 and applicable FAA Advisory Circulars.
• Knowledge of Airport Security Regulations 49 CFR Part 1542.
• Ability to interpret and apply relevant FAA, TSA, and Airport policies, procedures, and operational requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively during emergencies and remain calm under pressure.
• Proficiency with standard office technology, including Microsoft Office Suite and database applications.

Benefits

Details on benefits are not specified in the job posting.

Pay

$24.02 - $28.84 hourly.

Schedule

Shifts for this position will be scheduled depending on department needs.