AIRPORT OPERATIONS SUPVSR II

Number of positions: 1 (additional vacancies possible pending budget approval). Starting salary: $85,176.00–$143,352.00.

About the role

Under general supervision, inspects airfield and airside facilities for overall operational safety, ensuring compliance with operational safety and security standards under 14 CFR Part 139 administered by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Functions as a duty supervisor, assigning work to airport operations staff on shift, ensuring record keeping is completed, and responding to incidents affecting the operational safety of airfields and terminals during the shift.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect the condition and maintenance of airfield facilities and surrounding perimeter (e.g., runways, taxiways, ramps, safety areas) to ensure surfaces are free of safety hazards, obstructions, and debris and in good physical condition.
• Schedule maintenance work, request emergency repairs, and monitor work crews on the airfield performing tasks such as pavement repairs (e.g., potholes), removal of debris and other safety hazards, and repair of airfield lighting and signage equipment.
• Prepare, review, and submit documentation and reports of airfield inspections, findings, and irregularities; maintain daily log of activities and operations logs.
• Issue and cancel Notice to Air Missions (NOTAMS) to provide current information on aviation and airfield conditions, including opening and closing of runways to FAA air traffic control.
• Monitor weather service reports, check surface conditions and temperatures, and advise city personnel, contractors, and other aviation personnel of weather conditions.
• Conduct conference calls with CDA personnel and airline partners as directed.
• Work with contractors and airport personnel to coordinate construction work on the airfield, implementing procedures to control access and movement of personnel, closing and opening runways and other airfield areas, and approving proper placement of barricades.
• Act as a liaison to the FAA, airport administration, and the operations tower, monitoring and directing the reporting and dissemination of information relating to construction work, emergency situations, and other incidents affecting aircraft movement and field conditions.
• Provide appropriate levels of response in emergency situations, including monitoring responders, taking actions to ensure operational integrity of the airfield, and maintaining communications with airport management and the operations tower.
• Respond to inquiries regarding the status of airfield facilities and maintenance issues.
• Oversee maintenance of terminal facilities and respond to emergencies and unusual incidents in terminals during off-business hours.
• Coordinate snow removal operations on the airfield, providing routes and coordinating movements of snow removal equipment from the City Tower.
• Act as CDA Representative for snow removal operations in the FAA Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) during snow removal events, directing snow removal teams.
• Act as Senior Snow Operations Supervisor, ensuring regulatory compliance and quality of snow removal operations.
• Review Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF) certification paperwork.
• Take appropriate action to clear aircraft operating areas and airfield of wildlife hazards.
• Respond to the Airport Operations Center (AOC) as needed.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of airfield operations work experience, OR
• Five (5) years of work experience in the aviation industry, OR
• Graduation from an accredited college with an Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Aviation Management, or a directly related field, plus two (2) years of airfield operations work experience or four (4) years of work experience in the aviation industry, OR
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business Administration, Aviation Management, or a directly related field, plus one (1) year of airfield operations work experience or three (3) years of work experience in the aviation industry.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to operate an SUV and truck.
• Ability to climb staircases, ladders, and access facilities.
• Some lifting (up to 25 pounds) required.
• Availability for nights, weekends, and holidays based on operational needs.
• Outside work/inspection required, with possible exposure to fumes, dust, and noise.
• Valid driver’s license required at the time of hire.
• Pass a background check and a Security Threat Assessment (STA).

Equipment Used

• Standard office equipment (e.g., telephone, printer, photocopier, calculator).
• Computers and peripheral equipment (e.g., personal computer and computer terminals).
• Measuring wheel / laser range finder.
• Binoculars.
• Digital camera.
• Personal protective equipment (e.g., hard hat, shoes, glasses, gloves, vest, pads).
• Friction testing devices.
• Handheld radio.
• United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) approved pyrotechnics and a starter’s pistol.

Pay

Starting salary: $85,176.00–$143,352.00.

Location

Midway International Airport, 6201 South Laramie Avenue, Chicago.