Employment at DM AIRPORTS, LTD. Operators of Morristown Airport

The Airport Operations Coordinator I is primarily responsible for acting as Airport Management’s representative to ensure efficient operations of the airport including enforcement of airport rules and regulations, resolving problems that arise, and following security protocols. This position is also responsible for all operations activities at airfield, fuel farm, etc.

Essential Functions

• – Must be able to complete and pass pre-employment background check, drug screen, and physical exam. Must be able to pass audiogram and spirometry test.
• – Must be able to lift, unassisted, up to 35 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• – Must be able to bend and push/pull frequently, squat, kneel, climb stairs and ladders, reach above shoulder level, and lift from high/low positions occasionally.
• – Must be able to wear a N95 Particulate Respirator while working with certain chemicals/substances as defined under the Respiratory Protection Program.
• – Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• – Able to communicate effectively (reading, writing, speaking) in English.
• – Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.
• – Must be able to operate a vehicle or machinery at all times.
• – Must be willing to work a rotating shift including nights, weekends, and holidays. Also, willing to work a rotating on-call schedule, and respond to the Airport as needed,  such as in the event of an aircraft or weather emergency.
• – Must reside within 30 minutes of the Airport.

Responsibilities 

• – Ensure Act as representative of Airport Management and assist in the enforcement of airport Rules and Regulations, resolving problems/queries with established operating procedures and protocols.
• – Conduct airfield inspections. Identify, prevent, and/or remove all hazards to aviation including FOD, wildlife, obstructions, etc.
• – Identify and report all deficiencies and/or irregularities found on the AOA, associated lighting, and NAVAID systems.
• – Issue and records all NOTAMS.
• – Investigate, log, and respond to all aircraft noise complaints.
• – Oversee daily construction activities to ensure safety of operations areas around construction site and mitigate all operational hazards to aircraft.
• – Act as liaison between Air Traffic Control, Morristown ARFF, and all other responding agencies during emergencies.
• – Assist U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Department of Agriculture officials during international arrivals by marshalling aircraft in/out of the ramp and collecting international garbage.
• – Conduct daily and periodic safety and quality control inspections of aviation fuel storage facility.
• – Monitor all loading/offloading operations at the fuel storage facility.
• – Responsible for the timely and accurate accounting of fuel product transactions including invoicing fuel sales and processing fuel receipts.
• – Closely monitors fuel farm inventories and ensures adequate fuel has been ordered to replenish inventory in a timely fashion.
• – Create invoices and process receipts for Jet-A and 100LL Aviation Gasoline.
• – Responsible for airport security, including badging, access control, challenging, and camera operation.
• – Complete various administrative tasks including statistic reports.
• – Act as member of the Snow Removal Team; responsible for snow removal equipment operation, braking action tests, Runway Condition Codes, and NOTAMS.
• – Maintain professional and technical knowledge through various means including attending educational conferences, reviewing professional publications, building professional networks, and participating in professional organizations.
• – Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• – Excellent problem-solving/troubleshooting skills.
  Detail-oriented.
• – Strong organizational skills.
• – Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• – Excellent interpersonal and consultative skills.
• – Ability to work well in a collaborative environment.
• – Works well independently as well as part of a team.
• – Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently and effectively.
• – Self-motivated and self-directed.
• – Strong Microsoft Office skills.

Education and Experience

• – High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation Management or related field preferred.
• – Previous work or internship experience in the aviation industry preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• – Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

The Facilities Specialist I is responsible for all maintenance of buildings, fleet, and grounds including the airfield under direction of the Manager, Facilities & Projects. Responsible for all repairs needed for the airfield, any equipment, buildings, or fleet with outside vendors, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), State of New Jersey, and other departments. Assist with all aspects of snow removal and wildlife control. Responsible for airfield lighting system and coordination of issues or repairs through vendors. Review and respond to work orders and discrepancies identified as part of airfield inspections.

Essential Functions

• – Must be able to complete and pass pre-employment background check, drug screen, and physical exam. Must be able to pass audiogram and spirometry test.
• -Must be able to complete and pass pre-employment background check, drug screen, and physical exam. Must be able to pass audiogram and spirometry test.
• – Able to drive and operate a motor vehicle/machinery at all times.
• – Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• – Able to stand for long periods of time.
• – Able to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 75 pounds.
• – Able to work a flexible/on-call schedule including overtime hours as needed, such as in the event of an aircraft emergency, snow event or other weather event.
• – Able to perform tasks in extreme environmental conditions, including all weather conditions, loud noises, fumes, gases, etc.
• – Must be able to bend and push/pull frequently, squat, kneel, climb stairs and ladders, reach above shoulder level, and lift from high/low positions occasionally.
• – Must be able to wear a N95 Particulate Respirator while working with certain chemicals/substances as defined under the Respiratory Protection Program.
• – Able to communicate effectively (reading, writing, speaking) in English.
• – Ability to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.

Responsibilities 

• – Responsible for conducting all maintenance of buildings, fleet, and grounds including airfield under the direction of the Manager, Facilities & Projects.
• – Conduct preventative maintenance on all equipment and coordinate repairs for equipment that needs work completed by an offsite vendor.
• – Responsible for activities related to maintenance of the airfield and buildings with outside contractors, vendors, FAA, State of New Jersey, and other departments.
• – Maintenance of all airport electrical systems in accordance with FAA specifications, insuring safe airfield operational status.
• – Responsible for overseeing and managing landside landscaping efforts, including mowing and weed whacking of all grounds.
• – Perform equipment maintenance as required by the Manager, Facilities & Projects.
• – Conduct fall and spring cleanup of the facility.
• – Order supplies and maintain a proper inventory of new and spare parts for the proper upkeep of the airfield, fleet, and buildings.
• – Assist with research and developing specifications for purchasing of equipment or for the design of building and grounds construction projects.
• – Responsible for resolving maintenance issues in all buildings to include electrical, mechanical, structural, or environmental.
• – Operate snow removal equipment and other large equipment as required.
• – Carry out duties associated with airport security, snow removal and emergency functions as directed in the requisite plan. Report any discrepancies associated with the landscaping contractor to the Manager, Facilities & Projects.
• – Conduct preventative maintenance for non-rolling stock equipment.
• – Maintain the inventory and storage of all hand tools and makes any subsequent recommendations to the Manager, Facilities & Projects if in need of replacement.
• – Ensure daily tasks assigned to seasonal staff by the Manager, Facilities & Projects are completed.
• – Assist with completing regular and monthly maintenance requirements at the fuel farm.
• – Assist with sales of fuel at the fuel farm on a limited basis.
• – Assist with airfield escorting as needed.
• – Response to airport emergencies as required.
• – Completes other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• – Self-motivated.
• – Able to work well independently with minimal guidance as well as part of a team.
• – Adapts easily to shifting priorities or tasks as needed.
• – General knowledge of construction preferred.
• – Strong oral and written communication skills.
• – Problem-solving skills.
• – Strong hand-eye coordination required.
• – Knowledge and ability of operating power tools preferred.

Education and Experience

• – High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• – 1-year experience in landscaping preferred, including mowing and weed-whacking.
• – Experience operating large equipment such as a backhoe preferred.
• – Experience with snow removal preferred.