Aviation Services Technical Systems Administrator

About the role

Reporting directly to the Aviation Services Manager, the Aviation Services Technical Systems Administrator is responsible for the day-to-day supervision of the operation and maintenance contracts for the Airport’s Explosive Detection Systems (EDS) and Passenger Loading Bridges (PLB). The role oversees parts and tool inventories owned and maintained by the Airport, and applies hands-on working knowledge of PLCs, servers, VFDs, control systems and networking to ensure contract compliance and timely, efficient completion of all preventative and demand maintenance. The position collaborates closely with Airport departments including Operations and Facilities Maintenance, as well as outside agencies such as the TSA, Customs, and airline partners.

Responsibilities

• Implement review and inspection procedures to ensure each on-site contractor has an active safety training program and related activities in place.
• Provide guidance to develop and implement preventative maintenance schedules for all Airport-owned equipment tied to each contract.
• Operate and partially maintain computerized controls to make necessary adjustments across PLCs, servers, VFDs, and related networking systems; monitor and operate computer systems for remote equipment operation.
• Oversee maintenance and repair of equipment at the site; handle emergency situations by determining and executing corrective actions.
• Oversee various maintenance contracts, including scheduling preventative maintenance and administering problem resolution; maintain all records and licensing as required.
• Maintain communications and provide assistance to professional crews throughout the facility.
• Work closely with Facilities Maintenance and Operations staff to ensure a safe and consistent experience for travelers and airlines.
• Understand and monitor financial transactions; ensure appropriate processes, procedures, and policies are followed for all financial transactions; review and approve all invoicing related to each contract.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Facility Management, Property Management, Business Administration or a related field, plus two years of increasingly responsible related paid work experience including contract, technical, and/or mechanical systems management; education and experience may be substituted one for the other on a year-for-year basis.
• Working knowledge of the principles, practices, materials, and equipment used in highly technical equipment operation.
• Ability to operate computerized control systems and prepare and maintain computerized records, correspondence, and reports.
• Ability to understand and operate highly technical mechanical and computerized systems while communicating issues to other groups.
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing technical ideas in clear and concise terminology.
• Experience with industrial controls and computer maintenance management systems, as well as most Windows applications.
• Extensive background dealing with 24/7 operation and maintenance contracts.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with tenants, contractors, and Airport personnel.
• Possession of a valid state driver’s license or Utah driving privilege card.

Work environment

• Routine lifting of light-to-moderate weight; occasional requirement for heavy lifting (100 lbs. or more).
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals, dust, fumes, odors, noise, heights, and enclosed spaces.
• Variable temperatures and other environmental conditions may be unfavorable or disagreeable.
• Moderate exposure to stress due to the potential for costly error, emergency situations, human behavior, and the demands of the position.

Pay

$35.67 – $41.97 per hour based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits

• Health insurance, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Paid vacation and personal leave.
• 6–12 weeks of paid parental leave available.
• Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k).
• Robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
• Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually.
• Discounted supplemental benefits such as pet insurance and legal services.