Airport Operations Supervisor - Maintenance
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Airport Operations Supervisor - Maintenance
Salary
$31.49 - $35.95 Hourly
Location
4500 Will Clayton Pkwy.
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
37110
Department
Houston Airport System
Opening Date
09/12/2025
Closing Date
9/18/2025 11:59 PM Central
Description
Benefits
Questions
POSITION OVERVIEW
Applications will be accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED
Division/ Section: Houston Airport System - Maintenance Support
Workdays & Hours: Sunday -Thursday 10:00pm to 06:30am. *Subject to change (Shift work, including rotation, weekends, and holidays).
PURPOSE OF DIVISION
The purpose of the Houston Airports (HAS) Maintenance Support Division is to effectively deliver self-performed, and contracted, maintenance services at each of the three HAS airports.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The Airport Operations Supervisor - Maintenance is responsible for supervising the maintenance of various mechanical and plumbing systems at each of the three Houston Airport System facilities. The Airport Operations Supervisor - Maintenance is an advocate for the organization and the employees, ensuring maintenance meets quality standards and is delivered at the defined level of service. This position will be for the overnight shift and may have duties at all three Houston Airport System facilities including IAH, HOU, and EFD.
"Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required. Candidates must be able to obtain all security required badge access including Custom Border Patrol access within 6 months from the hire date."
The Airport Operations Supervisor - Maintenance responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
Plan, organize and directs the day-to-day maintenance activities of the HAS Maintenance section at the Houston Airport System to include but not limited to terminal restroom facilities, mechanical systems, stormwater lift stations, sanitary lift stations, domestic water systems, various plumbing systems, and roofing.
Organize and issue work assignments and materials to meet workload demands.
Inspect and monitor progress of various work crews to ensure compliance with schedules and work order specifications.
Track work orders, materials, and hours expended in the HAS Enterprise Asset Management System (EAMS).
Assist with responses to various airport emergencies and incidents.
Verify materials and spare parts stock level and prepare specifications for requisitions.
Assist with various personnel actions to include interviews and recommendations of potential employees, promotions, counseling, disciplinary actions, and performance evaluations.
Train employees and operate various @types of equipment assigned to the section.
Assist in preparing and monitoring budget expenditures to ensure appropriate resources are procured, stored, and accounted for in compliance within approved budget.
Experience in the operations and maintenance of lift stations pumps, controls, and other related equipment
WORKING CONDITIONS
The position occasionally requires stooping or bending. Occasional very light lifting, such as three or four reams of papers or books (up to 50 pounds or an equivalent weight) may be required. There are occasional minor discomforts from exposure to less-than-optimal temperature and air conditions. The position may involve dealing with modestly unpleasant situations, as with occasional exposure to office chemicals and/or extensive use of a video display terminal. Requires the ability to make coordinated gross motor movements in response to changing external stimuli within moderately demanding tolerances; or the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within low tolerance demands with no real speed requirements.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires specialized training in principles, procedures, practices, routines or techniques in a specific area OR trade applicable to the position, which might normally be acquired through at least 18 months of education OR training beyond the high school level.
Vocational competence in the operation of mechanical or electronic equipment may be required.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Two years of experience in Operations and/or Maintenance of a large facility are required, with some Supervisory experience preferred.
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Must have a valid Texas driver's license and comply with the City of Houston's policy on driving.
PREFERENCES
Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.
GENERAL INFORMATION
SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION - YES
If Yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
Pay Grade - 22
SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.
To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (281-233-1043). If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. If you need special services or accommodations, call (281-233-1043). (TTY 7-1-1) Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume along with their completed application when applying. For further information pertaining to the Houston Airport System, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDWLV_sJFoM.
EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include:
Medical
Dental
Vision
Wellness
Supplemental Insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability
Retirement pension
457 deferred compensation plan
Employee Assistance Program
10 days of vacation each year
11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday
Compensable Sick Leave
Personal Leave
Flexible schedules
Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions
Professional development opportunities
Transportation/parking plan
Section 125 pretax deductions
Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html
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Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions?
Yes
No
02
Are you a Houston Airport System employee?
Yes
No
03
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
Less than High School Diploma/GED
High School Diploma/GED
Trade school training applicable to the position, typically acquired through at least 18 months of education beyond the high school level
Associate degree or beyond
No experience
04
Please indicate the degree concentration you obtained ("See Resume" is not acceptable, if statement does not apply, please insert N/A)
05
If you attended a vocational, trade, or training program (up to 18 months), please list the name of the school. If you received a certificate or license, please attach a copy to your application. ("See Resume" is NOT acceptable, if statement does not apply, please insert N/A).
06
If you have a high school diploma or GED, please list the name of the school where you graduated or obtained your GED.
07
How many verifiable years of experience in operations and/or maintenance of a large facility do you possess?
Less than 2 years
2 to less than 4 years
4 to less than 6 years
6 years or more
No experience
08
How many verifiable years of Supervisory experience do you have?
Less than 2 years
2 to less than 4 years
4 to less than 6 years
6 years or more
No experience
09
Have you used hand tools and/or special equipment such as welding torches to test, repair, and maintain buildings' physical plants and equipment?
Yes
No
10
List additional mechanical skill experience(s) relevant to this position and/or environment that you have performed ("See Resume" is NOT acceptable answer. If No experience, please @type "N/A").
11
This position may require working rotating shifts, holiday AND/OR weekends. Are you available to work the required schedules?
Yes
No
12
Select all that best describes your verifiable work experience:
Performed visual inspections
Performed preventive and/or corrective maintenance
Lift Stations
Pumps
Backhoes
Drain cleaner machines
Sewer cleaner trucks
Plumbing
Troubleshooting mechanical components
None of the above
13
Do you have a valid Driver's License?
Yes
No
Required Question
