Airport Maintenance Supervisor

The Job

The Department of Airports is seeking an experienced Airport Maintenance Supervisor for the Chino Airport. This position is responsible for planning, assigning, supervising, evaluating, and participating in the construction, maintenance, and repair of airport buildings, grounds, runway and taxiway surfaces, and related equipment.

Key responsibilities include coordinating the maintenance and improvement of airport facilities and grounds, establishing employee work schedules, training and mentoring staff, and ensuring safe and efficient operations. The position also assists in developing recommendations for the annual maintenance and operations budget and supports the overall upkeep and functionality of airport infrastructure.

The current vacancy exists at the . The resulting eligible list may be used to fill future vacancies throughout the County as they occur.

Pre-Employment Process: Incumbents must pass a background investigation, which includes fingerprinting, work history verification, as well as a job-related physical exam and drug screening.

Availability Requirement: Airport Maintenance Supervisors are required to respond to phone calls or text messages during off-duty hours, either immediately or as soon as reasonably possible, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays. In emergency situations, supervisors may be required to report to an airport within 45 minutes.

Certification: The successful candidate must obtain the Certified Member (C.M.) designation from the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE) before the completion of the probationary period.

Travel: Travel throughout the County may be required and employees will be required to make provisions for such transportation.

Physical: Physical requirements of the position include the following: the ability to frequently lift, carry, push/pull up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. Requires the ability to sit, stand, balance, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, turn, climb, twist, crawl, and reach. Requires fine manipulation in both hands. Employees work outside continuously and are exposed to electricity, chemicals, heat, oil, odors, dust, gas, and noise.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is unable to consider candidates who require Visa Sponsorship at this time or in the future. Candidates must be able to present their legal right to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Minimum Requirements

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have experience working at a general aviation airport and a strong understanding of FAA Advisory Circulars related to airport operations and maintenance compliance. Highly desirable qualifications include strong leadership and interpersonal skills, the ability to motivate and develop staff, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Selection Process