Operations Specialist I

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, is responsible for ensuring the operational safety and security of the airport, as well as FAR 1540 and CFR Part 139 compliance. Respond to fire alarms, medical emergencies, hazardous materials, and airport rescue. Participate in fire prevention and training and maintain the fire station and firefighting equipment.

Essential Functions:

• Under direction, ensure that the activities of this position and relevant programs are consistent with the mission, vision, core values, and sponsored initiatives of the Akron-Canton Airport Authority.
• Use appropriate equipment safely and follow safety guidelines established by the department. Watch for and report potential safety hazards to department manager.

Operations:

• Conduct visual inspection of the airfield and field trucks in search of safety and security concerns, report concerns to department manager, and/or intervene as needed.
• Interact with TSA, FAA and tenants for safety and security needs.
• Prepare and issue badges in accordance with TSA guidelines and other regulations.

Fire Fighter:

• Respond to fire alarms; lay and connect hose; maintain pumping apparatus; hold nozzles and direct water streams; climb ladder for rescue; ventilate burning structures or airplanes; enter buildings or airplanes to evacuate occupants.
• Operate all types of fire operation and rescue equipment including portable fire extinguishers, pike poles, hand lines, smoke ejectors, salvage covers, and forcible entry tools.
• Participate in fire station housekeeping and regular floor watch detail.
• Perform search and rescue of individuals in hazardous environments including collapsed buildings, airplane accidents, hazardous material spills, and confined spaces.
• Attend special instruction in firefighting techniques; perform drills with other teammates; become familiar with airport layout, and established response routes and hydrant system.
• Assist Field Maintenance department with emergency snow removal.
• Work non-standard work weeks and shifts, including holidays, within a 24-hour operation in extreme weather conditions or emergency situations and work overtime as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED. Additional training/volunteer firefighter and safety compliance experience preferred
• 6 months ? 1 year of related experience in fire fighter and/or airport experience preferred.
• Must possess a valid driver?s license
• State of Ohio Fire Fighter Certification and First Aid, , or willing to obtain within 12 months of hire.
• Aptitude to learn, read, understand, and follow Part 139 and Part 1540, 1542 and 1544 Code of Federal Regulations
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety practices. Must be OSHA certified within 18 months of hire.
• Aptitude to learn to use and operate heavy equipment safely.
• Intermediate understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook; basic knowledge of Crystal reports
• Ability to operate personal computer, copier, scanner, company vehicles, maintenance trucks, tipper trucks, snow plows, fire trucks, runway brooms, ramp loaders, snow blower, leaf blower, commercial mowers, fire extinguishers, pike poles, hand lines, smoke ejectors, salvage covers, and forcible entry tools