Summary
WORKING FOR THE CITY OF MCKINNEY Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. In 2014, our community was named "The #1 Best Place to Live in America." Although proud of that honor, everyone on our team is committed to making McKinney an even better place to live, work and raise a family. That's why we exist.
OUR CORE VALUES City of McKinney employees work hard and at a very fast pace. However, we also look after and support one another. All of us are guided by four employee-generated values - Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (RISE). We are also supported by servant-based leaders who foster and support a healthy, family-oriented culture. All new employees are expected to embrace and live by our core values and commit to helping us sustain our exceptional work environment as a high performance organization.
SUMMARY OF POSITION Under general supervision, performs all flight lines service to aircraft owners and operators. The position welcomes customers to the airport/FBO and City, performs a variety aircraft service operations to include aircraft marshaling, parking, fueling, towing, crew and passenger assistance, flight line equipment and fuel truck maintenance and minor repair functions. Rental car positioning and inspection.
Essential Functions/Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
GENERAL EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEES In order for us to continue to achieve our primary function of making McKinney a better place to live, work, and raise a family, we hold these expectations for all employees.
- Learn and demonstrate an understanding of how team, department, and City goals are interconnected.
- Contribute to a positive work culture.
- Ability to assess his/her work performance or the work performance of the team.
- Contribute to the development of others and/or the working unit or overall organization.
- Ability and willingness to work as part of a team, to demonstrate team skills, and to perform a fair share of team responsibilities.
- Ability to continuously learn and develop through a mix of internal and external training opportunities, and if applicable, encourage subordinates to do the same.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES - Work is done on a shift schedule that will include days, nights, weekends, holidays and before/after-hours work on occasion.
- Safely services and fuels all types of aircraft and airport equipment.
- Marshals in and out aircraft on arrivals and departures; greets all pilots and passengers. Assist passengers with luggage. Removes all trash, newspapers, etc. off the aircraft. Safely tows aircraft to and from hangars.
- Performs minor maintenance on airport equipment.
- Performs custodial duties in the terminal and corporate hangars.
- Unloads fuel transport trucks and records fuel distribution.
- Loads aircraft fueling trucks and records fuel distribution.
- Inspects fuel for clarity and contaminates; immediately reports the same.
- Monitors ramp area for Customer security and performs daily runway inspections.
- Obtains and records the differential pressure readings to Flight Line Manager daily.
- Runs Millipore and Aqua Glow tests monthly.
- Dips tanks and logs results.
- Performs any other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Airport Flight Line Shift Supervisor, Flight Line Manager or FBO General Manager.
- Comply with all written City policies and procedures.
- Adhere to assigned work schedule as outlined in City and department attendance policies and procedures.
- Inspects, drives, and operates fuel trucks in close proximity to aircraft.
- Performs FOD walks as necessary to keep aircraft ramp area clear of debris.
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS: - Perform other duties as assigned or directed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND BEHAVIORS - Ability to embrace and embody the City's core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).
- Knowledge of Fixed Based Operation (FBO).
- Familiarity with on-airport vehicular operations.
- Familiar with airport rules and regulations.
- Must have good communication skills.
- Must have excellent interpersonal skills to service the public in a diplomatic manner.
- The ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates and customers with respect.
- Build professional relationships with internal staff and customers.
- Offer flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
IF ASSIGN TO: FLIGHT LINE SPECIALIST II # 9992 KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND BEHAVIORS - Ability to embrace and embody the City’s core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).
- Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people to whom service is provided.
- Ability to produce desired work outcomes, including quality, quantity, and timeliness.
- Ability to read and understand various FBO software programs to help plan and organize work, time, and resources.
- Knowledge of Fixed Based Operations (FBO).
- Familiarity with on-airport vehicular operations.
- Ability to operate various types of aircraft moving equipment with a high degree of skill.
- Ability to operate two-way radios.
- Ability to accurately communicate with Air Traffic Control
- Ability to operate computers and IPADS to accurately record fuelings.
- Ability to operate deice truck within six months of hire.
- Familiar with airport rules and regulations.
- Familiar with USDA APHIS Regulated Garbage regulations, cleaning and disinfection requirements, as well as notification protocols.
- Familiar with procedures for U.S. Customs flights.
- Familiar with security Transportation Security Administration procedures for handling DASSP flights.
- Must be able to effectively contain fuel spills.
- Must have good written and verbal communication skills.
- Must have excellent interpersonal skills to service the public in a diplomatic manner.
- The ability to work in a team environment; contribute as a team member and treat co-workers, subordinates and customers with respect.
- Build professional relationships with internal staff and customers.
- Offer flexibility and adaptability, especially during times of change.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Required Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : FLIGHT LINE SPECIALIST I Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalency supplemented with two years of experience in a similar position or two (2) years' experience through in-house training, must be able to qualify for the following: Safe handling of fuel products, knowledge and familiarity of all types of general aviation and corporate aircraft, and knowledge of towing all types of aircraft. Must be able to work shift schedule that will include weekends and holidays.
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT - Must pass a drug screen and background check.
- Must have Class C Texas Driver's License
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: FLIGHT LINE SPECIALIST II Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalency supplemented with three years of experience in a similar position or three (3) years’ experience through in-house training, must be able to qualify for the following: Safe handling of fuel products, knowledge and familiarity of all types of general aviation and corporate aircraft, and knowledge of towing all types of aircraft. Must be able to work shift schedule that will include weekends and holidays.
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the below Minimum Qualifications may be an acceptable substitute for the below specified education and experience requirements. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT - Must pass a drug screen and background check.
- Must have valid Class C Texas Driver’s License.
Physical Demands/Supplemental
PHYSICAL DEMANDS Tasks involve the ability to communicate with the public and co-worker in person and the telephone. Sitting, reaching with hands and arms, standing, walking several miles per day, climbing and balancing, with some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).
WORK ENVIRONMENT Exposure to propeller and jet aircraft operations. Exposure to Jet-A, Avgas, and diesel fuels. There is limited exposure to environmental conditions. Task may require exposure to strong odors and/or smoke, traffic hazards, extreme heat/cold or extreme weather conditions. Environment that is partially spent where errors can lead to significant physical or mental consequences for self or others.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed as of the date of preparation and approval. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by management. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and all requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
The City offers a full complement of benefits:
Health Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Medical and Childcare Account (FSA)
- Mental Health Care and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- City-paid and VoluntaryLifeInsurance
- City-paid and VoluntaryLong Term Disability Insurance
- Supplemental Insurance through Aflac
Additional Benefits - Legal Services through Legal Shield
- Tuition Reimbursement (up to $10,000 per year)
- Wellness Program (earn up to $600 per year)
Retirement - Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS)
- Mandatory 7% employee contribution
- City match 2:1
- 5 year vesting
- Retire after 20 years of service, or age 60 with 5 years of service
457(b) Deferred Compensation Plans
Paid Time Off (PTO) - Paid Vacation (80 hours per year for new hires; tieredincreases after 2 yrs)
- Sick Leave (135 hours per year for yourself and immediate family)
- Paid Parental Leave (80 hours for birth, adoption, or placement of a child in foser care)
- Ten Paid Holidays
- Personal Day
- Optional compensatory time for hourly employees
- Compensatory time for salaried employees
For more detailed information, please see the City of McKinney's summary of benefits .
Closing Date/Time: 5/27/2024 5:00 PM Central
