The purpose of this job is to supervise maintenance operations at the Columbia Regional Airport to ensure safe, efficient, and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) compliant facilities and airfield conditions for commercial and general aviation activities. The position supervises maintenance personnel, airfield inspections, snow and ice control activities, preventive maintenance programs, regulatory compliance efforts, capital improvement projects, and budget administration while promoting a culture of safety and operational excellence.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities - The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description
- Supervises, manages, and evaluates assigned employees and makes decisions about hiring, and discipline of employees; prioritizes and assigns work; develops and oversees employee work schedules and approves time away from work; provides and/or facilitates employee training and development; addresses employee concerns and/or problems; counsels and/or disciplines as appropriate; completes employee performance appraisals; determines or makes recommendations regarding new hire salaries; and acts as liaison between employees and management.
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Manages snow and ice removal operations and airport winter weather response.
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Creates and implements preventative maintenance plans.
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Coordinates all airport maintenance needs with tenants, general aviation, and commercial aviation customers.
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Inspects, monitors, instructs, and reports on maintenance activities.
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Receives and responds to inquiries and complaints.
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Oversees budgets, expenditures, and contractual services. Recommends purchases, develops specifications, and analyzes bids for acceptance.
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Creates and maintains accurate records.
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Manages special projects.
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Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Work requires supervising and monitoring performance for a regular group of employees (2 or more full-time employees), including providing input on hiring, issuing formal discipline, conducting performance evaluations, and realigning work as needed. Such authority is not merely of a routine or clerical nature but requires the use of independent judgment.
Human Collaboration and Job Impact - This area describes the personal interaction with others outside direct reporting relationships as well as the impact the job has on organization, the department or unit objectives, the output of services, or employee or public satisfaction
- Interactions may result in decisions regarding implementation of policies. Contact may involve support of controversial positions or the negotiation of sensitive issues or important presentations. Contacts may involve stressful, negative interactions with the public requiring high levels of tact and the ability to respond to aggressive interpersonal interactions.
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Interactions have limited impact on the organization in terms of time, money, or public/employee relations.
Fiscal Responsibility
- Position has limited fiscal responsibility.
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May assist in the collection of data in support of recommendations for departmental budget allocations. May monitor division- or program/promotional-level budgets and expenditures.
Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered
Education and Experience
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Certification program or 2 years of college in a related field. Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Construction Management, Facilities Management, or related field preferred.
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5 to 7 years’ experience in airfield maintenance or a related field.
Licenses or Certifications
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Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with no airbrake restriction.
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Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certification.
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Electrician and welding certification preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position
Knowledge of:
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Relevant laws and regulations pertaining to the FAA and the Transportation Security Administration.
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Standard practices, methods, materials, tools, and equipment of building trades.
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Safety standards and precautions pertaining to maintenance and repair work.
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Common business software applications such as Microsoft Office, Google Calendar, and Google Mail.
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Budget control methods, policies, and procedures.
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General office practices and administrative procedures, records management, and administration techniques and procedures.
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Effective supervisory practices and techniques.
Skill in:
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Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the needs of the audience.
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Adhering to safety protocol and standards.
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Maintaining detailed records.
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Estimating time and materials needed to complete jobs.
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Monitoring and assessing the performance of employees or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
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Managing projects from initial concept through final closeout.
Ability to:
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Have knowledge of relevant laws and regulations pertaining to the Federal Aviation Administration and the Transportation Security Administration.
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Demonstrate and adhere to safety protocol and standards.
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Exercise sound judgment in making decisions.
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Effectively plan and delegate the work of others and train others.
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Organize and prioritize work.
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Handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
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Recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
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Create and present reports.
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Regularly use a computer, software, phone, and related office equipment.
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Provide high levels of effective customer service.
Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job
Work Environment
- Office or similar indoor environment – Sometimes
- Outdoor environment – Frequently or Often
- Street environment (near moving traffic) – Frequently or Often
- Construction site – Frequently or Often
- Vehicle – Sometimes
- Warehouse environment – Sometimes
- Shop environment – Frequently or Often
- Right-of-way environment – Sometimes
Exposures
- Individuals who are hostile or irate – Sometimes
- Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) – Frequently or Often
- Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) – Frequently or Often
- Moving mechanical parts – Frequently or Often
- Fumes or airborne particles – Frequently or Often
- Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances – Frequently or Often
- Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction) – Frequently or Often
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- This position involves frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards and outside work.
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Incumbents may be required to exert up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly, having to move objects.
Hours/Days
Monday-Friday 7:30AM-4:00PM
Starting Salary
$31.80/hr. - $39.13/hr. Min-Midpoint; Commensurate with training and experience
Number of Positions Available
1
Deadline to Apply
07/10/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Notice to Applicants
Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573.874.CITY (2489)
TTY: 711 (MO RELAY)
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE
THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING
The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program
