Airport Fleet & Maintenance Manager

Job Summary

The Airport Fleet & Maintenance Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and managing airport maintenance and fleet programs and personnel in the administration and operation of airport facilities, fleet equipment, fueling facility, and grounds. Responsible for the maintenance and repair of a fleet of light, medium and heavy‑duty vehicles, and all airport owned buildings.

• Manage the Airport Fleet and Airport Maintenance divisions.
• Coordinate with staff to ensure short‑term and long‑term project planning is scheduled and target goals are met.
• Conduct bi‑weekly meetings with all airport fleet and maintenance staff to ensure continuity between the two divisions.
• Conduct training on airport equipment for new employees and recurrent training and safety procedures for all employees.
• Manage the Airport Fleet Capital Purchasing program, partnering with other airport departments and the Colorado Department of Transportation Aviation Division for the sale and acquisition of airport equipment.
• Write specifications for the purchasing process for specialized and standard airport equipment and vehicles.
• Coordinate with other county departments to ensure that procurement and asset inventory policies and procedures are followed.
• Manage emergency and non‑emergency building and fleet needs on a 24‑hour basis.
• Assist with the compliance of FAA rules and regulations per the Airport Part 139 Certification.
• Ensure adherence to safety rules and regulations.
• Maintain tool inventories.
• Evaluate vehicles for transfer or replacement and inspect new units.
• Assist with diagnosis, repair, and testing of vehicles.
• Supervise all building and equipment maintenance.
• Serve as the airport representative on certain contracted projects ensuring quality control, quality assurance, adherence to specifications, and contractor adherence to FAA rules and regulations.
• Respond to aircraft emergencies as an Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter (ARFF) to protect life and property of airport users.
• Maintain training of maintenance staff to FAA standards; training to become ARFF certified will be provided by the airport.
• Participate in mandatory snow removal operations with 12‑hour shifts or until end of storm event and operate multiple types of heavy snow removal equipment.
• Participate in mandatory on‑call rotation; take calls and return to the airport if necessary; direct staff to return to the airport for airfield continuity.
• Provide continuous support to on‑duty airfield and operations personnel during airport emergencies or other situations as required.
• Supervise staff in the area of responsibility.
• Administer and make recommendations for routine personnel matters affecting subordinates, including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, training, assigning, scheduling, granting leave, appraisals, and taking corrective action.
• Conduct performance evaluations and communicate short‑ and long‑term goals and objectives.
• Submit personnel records and reports as required by the county.
• Assist and advise subordinates as necessary, resolve problems as non‑routine situations arise, and ensure adherence to established policies, procedures, and standards.
• Communicate changes in policy and procedures to direct reports and implement them as directed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum 3 years of work‑related experience.
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent certificate. An equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable.
• Preferred: specialized training or bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Preferred:
  American Association of Airport Executives Certified Member.
• Preferred: 5 or more years of work‑related experience.
• Preferred: experience with Workday database.
• Preferred: team leadership and/or management skills.
• Preferred: strong written and oral communication skills.
• Preferred: firearm safety knowledge (not required).
• Valid Colorado driver’s license required.

• Dental, medical, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays, including a starting bank of 40 hours of PTO for new hires.
• Retirement matching.
• Wellness programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Flexible schedules; remote work options.
• Other benefits: managed to include additional options as offered.
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Jefferson County is an equal opportunity employer, providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons. The County affirms the rights of all employees and applicants for employment to be protected from discrimination, intimidation, physical harm and harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, hairstyle associated with racial identity or any other status protected by Federal or State law.