Airport Line Service Technician​/AARF

Classification Summary

The Airport Line Service Technician is responsible for the operational aspects and commitments of Sierra Blanca Regional Airport. Under general supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled and unskilled maintenance and operational functions for the Sierra Blanca Regional Airport. This position reports directly to the Airport Manager / Airport Line Technician Supervisor.

The Airport Line Service Technician would perform the maintenance and operations of Sierra Blanca Regional Airport including ARFF, EMR, maintaining FAA regulations, radio communications, fuel sales, airfield and physical plant maintenance, security, and hangar and tie down leasing, inventory and sales.

• Maintenance and operations of the Airport.
• Customer Service.
• Transport large quantities of flammable liquids short distances.
• Maintain the airfield in compliance to Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) Part 139 standards, including maintaining certain records related to airfield inspections, discrepancies and corrective actions.
• Attend and be proficient in annual safety training.
• Assist in the development of policies and procedures to advance the department's mission, goals, and objectives.
• Knowledge of the policies, goals and procedures of the Sierra Blanca Regional Airport and Village of Ruidoso. Ability in understanding and following instructions, procedures and policies.
• Assist in maintaining relationship with the Federal Aviation Administration and adhere to Federal Regulations.
• Perform a variety of duties related to aviation/aircraft operations including but not limited to: daily inspections of the airfield and equipment, refueling aircraft, towing, lab service, use of Auxiliary Power Unit, use of air to ground radio for airfield advisories, and passenger assistance as needed. Conduct daily duties with the interest of providing the highest quality of customer service possible.
• Assist in adherence to regulations, reporting requirements and preparation for annual inspection.
• Adhere to safety practices and standards, attend safety meetings and trainings.
• Publicize and promote Sierra Blanca Regional Airport.
• Responsible for minor maintenance on all equipment at Sierra Blanca Regional Airport.
• Perform security inspections related to preventing theft and vandalism on all airport property including the fuel farm.
• Perform a variety of duties related to property management including but not limited to: general maintenance of all airport equipment and vehicles, airport buildings such as main terminal, ARFF/Maintenance building, airport leased hangars, parking lot and fuel farm etc. Maintain safe work area.
• Train in airport emergency response methods, tactics and techniques, including but not limited to:
  Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting (ARFF), hazardous materials, EMR first responder and AED/CPR. Participate in actual emergency incidents as needed or required.
• Provide knowledge and assistance to representatives with on-property equipment such as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) NAVAID technicians, SEAT base operator, Air Care medical flights, and Aviation Weather Observation System (AWOS) technicians.

• Attend meetings, trainings, and workshops as required or necessary.
• Responsible for keeping time sheets based on actual hours worked and ensure they are submitted accurately and timely on a bi-weekly basis.
• Ensure that any on-the-job injury is reported immediately and followed up with appropriate forms and actions.
• Report any suspected fraud and/or abuse to the Airport Director or Deputy Village Manager or Village Manager.
• Ensure any reports of harassment are immediately reported and appropriate actions are taken.
• Ensure compliance with the Village’s IT Policy, Personnel Manual, Procurement Policy and Procedures.
• The above statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees in this job. Employees may perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.

• Must have High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Prefer six months experience in fueling and providing ground…