Airport Operations Supervisor - Maintenance

POSITION OVERVIEW

Applications will be accepted from: All persons interested
Division/ Section: Horticulture & Grounds Maintenance
Workdays & Hours: Sunday - Thursday, 10p.m - 7a.m

PURPOSE OF DIVISION
The purpose of the Houston Airports (HAS) Maintenance Division is to effectively deliver self-performed, and contracted, maintenance services at each of the three HAS airports.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The HAS Grounds Maintenance, Airport Operations Supervisor, will report directly to the , Horticulture Maintenance Services, and will be responsible for the effective delivery and management of Airside grounds maintenance activities such as; mowing, edging, herbicide application, ditch maintenance, erosion remediation , and any other 139 compliance issues, in addition; trash removal from gates, ramps , BMU’s and other airfield areas, and additionally may include contract compliance for the exterior Landscaping and Interior scaping contracts amongst any other assigned tasks, at all three HAS airports.

"Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required. Candidates must be able to obtain all security required badge access including Custom Border Patrol access within 6 months from the hire date.”
The Airport Operations Supervisor - Maintenance responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Plans, organizes and directs the day-to-day maintenance activities of the HAS Maintenance section at the Houston Airport System to include but not limited to airfield and landside mowing activities, ditch maintenance, erosion remediation, pavement repairs, fence repairs, trash removal & cleaning.
• Organize and issue work assignments and materials to meet workload demands.
• Inspect and monitor progress of various work crews to ensure compliance with schedules and work order specifications.
• Tracks, monitors, assigns and closes all work orders, materials, and hours expended in the HAS Enterprise Asset Management System (EAMS) and Aerosimple ensuring an on-time closure rate of 95%.
• Assist with responses to various airport emergencies and incidents, in a timely manner inclusive of FAA 139’s.
• Verify materials and maintains inventory stock level and prepare specifications for requisitions.
• Assist with various personnel actions to include interviews and recommendations of potential employees, promotions, counseling, disciplinary actions, and performance evaluations.
• Train & coach employees and operate various types of equipment assigned to the section.
• Assist in scheduling, preparing and monitoring payroll, preparing and monitoring budget expenditures to ensure appropriate resources are procured, stored, and accounted for in compliance within approved budget.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 50 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required. There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or extensive use of a video display terminal. Requires the ability to make coordinated gross motor movements in response to changing external stimuli within moderately demanding tolerances; or the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within low tolerance demands with no real speed requirements.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires specialized training in principles, procedures, practices, routines or techniques in a specific area or trade applicable to the position, which might normally be acquired through at least 18 months of education or training beyond the High School level.
Vocational competence in the operation of mechanical or electronic equipment may be required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Two years’ experience in Operations and/or Maintenance of a large facility are required, with some Supervisory experience preferred.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Must have a valid Texas driver’s license and comply with the City of Houston’s policy on driving .

PREFERENCES

Preferences will be given to applicant with the following skillset:

• Airfield knowledge and working experience, inclusive of FAA 139 guidelines
• Heavy equipment knowledge & experience,
• Mowing experience & knowledge,
• Ditch cleaning, & Erosion experience
• Microsoft office: Word and Excel
• Supervising grounds maintenance crews
• CDL license

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

GENERAL INFORMATION

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION - YES
YES - this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Pay Grade - 22

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (281-233-1043). If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. If you need special services or accommodations, call (281-233-1043). (TTY 7-1-1) Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume along with their completed application when applying. For further information pertaining to the Houston Airport System, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDWLV_sJFoM .

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness
• Supplemental Insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability
• Retirement pension
• 457 deferred compensation plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• 10 days of vacation each year
• 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
• Compensable Sick Leave
• Personal Leave
• Flexible schedules
• Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
• Professional development opportunities
• Transportation/parking plan
• Section 125 pretax deductions
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
• Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account

For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html

Closing Date/Time: 5/8/2025 11:59 PM Central

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