City of Austin - JOB DESCRIPTION

Airport Systems Maintenance Supervisor

Under limited supervision of the Airport Systems Maintenance Superintendent, this position directs the activities of maintenance personnel and crews responsible for performing maintenance of the airport campus facilities, infrastructure, and systems, ensuring safe and secure operations.

1. Supervises and evaluates the work of master/journey level, skilled, and semi-skilled workers performing routine and complex maintenance and repair work.
2. Manages customer relationships. Keeps customers and project managers informed about status of all projects and manages project deadlines.
3. Performs field investigations and inspections to ensure maintenance, construction, and repair activities comply with all governing bodies and jurisdictions having authority.
4. Assists with the development of CIP and O&M sectional budget associated with improvements and enhancements to various systems and facilities.
5. Collaborates with engineering and architectural staff in the planning, development, and modification of Aviation-owned equipment and facilities.
6. Reviews and analyzes projects to determine scope of work; performs area surveys and blueprint takeoffs to calculate job cost estimates; plans and coordinates projects; and provides budget input for various maintenance, repair, and replacement projects.
7. Reads and interprets blueprints, diagrams, drawings, manufacturer manuals and schematics.
8. Reviews, modifies, and develops equipment maintenance operating procedures and standards.
9. Tracks staff licensing and certifications for compliance.
10. Assists with preparing scopes of work and contracts criteria; and performs evaluations and walkthroughs on specialized plumbing, electrical, building, and mechanical repairs.
11. Monitors Asset Management System (AMS), provides quality assurance review of maintenance and repair activities, and updates the work order database.

Supervises and evaluates the work of master/journey level, skilled, and semi-skilled workers performing routine and complex maintenance Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, and recommendation for dismissal. 

• Knowledge of applicable airport procedures and policies.
• Knowledge of the preparation of equipment or material specifications.
• Knowledge of safety rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of construction of various types of structures and the use of heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of small engines and the methods and equipment used in the repair and servicing.
• Knowledge of contract language and engineering drawing symbols.
• Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
• Knowledge of professional licensing requirements.
• Knowledge of airport systems and technology.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to implement effective safety and training programs.
• Ability to check and prepare cost and construction estimates.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Ability to make arithmetic computations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with City employees and the general public.

Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus six (6) years of experience in a field related to the job, including two (2) years of experience which were in a lead/supervisory capacity.

Valid State of Texas Class “C” Driver License.