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SALARY: $47,295.82 - $63,367.46 Annually LOCATION: 6500 Highland Road Waterford, MI JOB TYPE: Full Time JOB NUMBER: 2023-138 DEPARTMENT: Aviation & Transportation OPENING DATE: 05/08/2023 CLOSING DATE: Continuous
The following is a link to the position information: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/oakgov/jobs/4032106/airport-maintenance-rescue-specialist-i
Job Summary Under limited supervision, performs manual and semi-skilled maintenance, repair and construction work on airport buildings, grounds and equipment. Operates a variety of manual and power tools in the performance of duties and performs as a member of aircraft crash-fire-rescue crews, operating emergency fire vehicles, and fire suppression and extraction equipment as required. Loads and unloads supplies and equipment weighing in excess of 125 pounds. Inspects airfield and buildings, reporting irregularities encountered, and acts as the airport representative during hours administrative offices are closed. May work day, afternoon or midnight shifts and/or weekends or any combination as assigned at all County-owned airports. Utilizes current Countywide and/or department specific software to complete assignments.
Minimum Qualifications Applications will be rejected if the following information is not provided at the time of application:
At time of application, applicants must:
Special Requirements
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The Paul C. Miller Sparta Municipal Airport is one of West-Michigan’s fastest growing general aviation facilities. Millions of dollars in funding are secured for runway lighting upgrades, parking upgrades, weather equipment upgrades and more. These projects will start in roughly one month. The village also has plans to add additional hanger space and an onsite mechanic soon. Airport Manager Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Valid driver’s license and high school diploma or equivalent required. Experience in Aviation Management or Business, or comparable aviation experience preferred. Position requires Airport Manager license through State of Michigan or the ability and desire to earn license within the first three months of employment.
Position will have flexible hours. The workload of the position necessitates on average 32 hours per week. As such, there is the possibility a full-time employment agreement may be negotiated. The schedule will include some weekends, evenings, and holidays. Salary will be dependent upon qualifications, schedule, and applicant needs. Benefits will be negotiable, with the possibility of a MERS defined contribution retirement plan, paid time off, and health insurance as possibilities. If the new manager has a personal aircraft, complimentary hanger space will be provided.
The airport employs a part-time assistant airport manager who works a flexible schedule to accommodate his full-time outside employment. The current airport manager has given ample notice of his departure. The village intends to utilize this time to provide at least 30 days of overlap in employment to ease the transition for the new airport manager.
To apply please submit cover letter, resume and three professional references to James Lower, Village Manager (villagemanager@spratami.org) email only. Deadline to apply is March 31st, 2023. Please contact Mr. Lower at (616) 887-8251 or email with any questions (email preferred). Visit www.spartami.org for more information on the Village of Sparta.
The Village of Sparta is an equal opportunity employer.
The MBS International Airport Commission is seeking an Operations Manager to provide oversight and supervision of the ARFF/Operations Department. This position is a key member of the senior leadership team at MBS.
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Cherry Capital Airport is seeking candidates to fill the position of Full Time Operations Supervisor.
This position supervises the operation & maintenance division of the Cherry Capital Airport. Responsibilities include maintaining safety, efficiency and compliance with all federal, state & local regulations including FAR Part 139 and TSR 1542. Serves as Airport Duty manager during assigned shift. Must possess a minimum of a bachelor's degree in Aviation Management, Aviation Science, Business Administration, or relevant field. Must be available for night, holiday, weekend, rotating or irregular shift assignments during holidays. Hourly pay: $20.88-$28.34 For consideration, please submit a resume and cover to: Dan.sal@tvcairport.com Or Cherry Capital Airport Attn: Chief Operating Officer 727 Fly Don't Drive Traverse City, MI 49686 Deadline for submissions: March 31, 2023
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