Flight Line Specialist I or II

About the position

Working for the City of McKinney is more than a job. It is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others. It is also an opportunity to have a hand in the development of one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. In 2014, our community was named 'The #1 Best Place to Live in America.' Although proud of that honor, everyone on our team is committed to making McKinney an even better place to live, work and raise a family. That's why we exist.

Responsibilities

• Perform all flight line services to aircraft owners and operators.
• Welcome customers to the airport/FBO and City.
• Safely service and fuel all types of aircraft and airport equipment.
• Handle, store, and work with hazardous materials.
• Operate various GSE equipment including high voltage GPU's, lavatory service carts, air conditioning carts.
• Marshal aircraft on arrivals and departures; greet all pilots and passengers.
• Assist passengers with luggage.
• Safely tow and position all types of aircraft to and from hangars.
• Perform regularly scheduled safety checks on GSE and fuel trucks.
• Perform minor maintenance on airport equipment.
• Perform custodial duties in the terminal and corporate hangars.
• Operate hangar cleaning equipment in close proximity to high value aircraft.
• Unload fuel transport trucks and record fuel distribution.
• Load aircraft fueling trucks and record fuel distribution.
• Inspect Jet and Avgas fuel for clarity and contaminants.
• Monitor ramp area for customer security.
• Obtain and record differential pressure readings to Flight Line Manager daily.
• Conduct daily fuel farm and fuel truck inspections.
• Dip tanks and log results.
• Actively serve on the rotation of the overnight phone when in use.
• Perform any other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Airport Flight Line Specialist Supervisor or FBO General Manager.
• Comply with all written City policies and procedures.
• Adhere to assigned work schedule as outlined in City and department attendance policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Two years of experience in a similar position for Flight Line Specialist I.
• Three years of experience in a similar position for Flight Line Specialist II.
• Ability to qualify for safe handling of fuel products.
• Knowledge and familiarity of all types of general aviation and corporate aircraft.
• Knowledge of towing all types of aircraft.
• Ability to work shift schedule that includes weekends and holidays.
• Valid Class C Texas Driver's License.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of Fixed Based Operation (FBO).
• Familiarity with on-airport vehicular operations.
• Good communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to service the public in a diplomatic manner.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Flexibility and adaptability during times of change.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range for Flight Line Specialist: $42,068.15 - $61,964.24.
• Competitive salary range for Flight Line Specialist II: $44,801.85 - $64,964.24.