Northern Colorado Regional Airport (FNL) is a commercial Service Airport under the FAA’s Part 139 and TSA 1542. FNL is the 5th busiest airport in Colorado. With major infrastructure investments including a new terminal building and a $20M runway widening project, FNL is increasing commercial air service and continued regional growth. We are seeking a detail‑oriented, safety‑driven Airport Operations Technician to help support and maintain a safe, compliant, and efficient airfield environment for all airport users.
Under the direction of the Airport Operations Manager, the Airport Operations Technician ensures the airport’s operational safety, regulatory compliance, and airfield readiness. This role performs daily airfield inspections, maintenance, repairs, and operational tasks required to meet FAA Part 139 standards and TSA Part 1542 security requirements. The position works collaboratively with the operations team, FAA, ATC, Certification and Security Inspectors, city departments, local police and fire, and all stakeholders including airlines, corporate and general aviation tenants while promoting a positive, professional, and safety‑focused work culture.
Requires weekend availability and twenty-four (24) hour on-call response when requested to events such as aircraft emergencies, special events, and snow removal during winter months, including weekends and holidays.
Required to pass the TSA background check requirements and must be able to obtain clearance to work within airport secured areas.
Job Summary:
Duties include maintaining the operational readiness of all safety and security protocols, programs and equipment to meet and or exceed requirements outlined in the Airport Certification Manual. The Northern Colorado Regional Airport operates 24 hours per day; 365 days per year. This entails maintaining the airfield infrastructure and operational areas to the highest levels including the achievement of airport safety in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Code of Federal Regulations Title 14 Part 139 and airport security in accordance with Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Regulations Title 49 Part 1542 and the actions and behaviors of all airport tenants, stakeholders, operators and guest.
The salary range for this position is $25.42 - $34.32 per hour with a hiring range of $25.42 - $29.87, depending on qualifications and experience. This opportunity will be available to applicants until filled.
A current resume is required, and a cover letter is preferred.
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- Collaboration, Innovation
- Safety
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Essential Functions:
- Perform and document daily airfield inspections in accordance with FAA Part 139 regulations and advisory circulars during all 4 defined seasons of Colorado.
- Maintain compliance with all airfield safety, operational, and security standards outlined in the Airport Certification Manual and TSA Part 1542 and the Airport Security Plan.
- Respond to airfield incidents, irregular operations, tenant concerns and emergency situations.
- Operate aviation radios and support 24/7 nonemergency airport communications.
- After required training, assist the Airport Security Coordinator with airport security compliance and enforcement of the Airport Security Plan.
- Perform all duties safely within an active airfield environment.
- Monitor airport weather conditions and issues Notices to Air Missions (NOTAMS) as needed to ensure safe airport operations.
- Support winter operations, including snow and Ice control using heavy and light equipment.
- Assist with airfield construction oversight to ensure compliance with FAA, Federal, state, and local rules and safety requirements.
- Conduct maintenance, repair, and alteration of airfield pavements, lighting systems, buildings, hangars, grounds, and airport equipment.
- Perform wildlife hazard management in accordance with FAA 139 requirements outlined in the airport compliance manual, including monitoring wildlife activity, implementing mitigation, measures, and safely deploying approved wildlife controls.
Other Job Functions:
- At the direction of the Supervisor issues inspection work orders, completes work orders, issues safety notices to airmen (NOTAMS).
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Level and Management Expectations:
- There are no manager/supervisor expectations for this position.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Required: 2 Years/Associated Degree in aviation or related field.
- Preferred: 4 Years/Bachelor's Degree in aviation or related field.
- An equivalent combination of education and or experience may substitute for education requirements on a year for year basis.
Experience:
- Required 2 Years experience working in airport operations.
Certifications:
- Must possess a valid driver's license.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong understanding of airport operations, airfield safety, and regulatory compliance.
- Interpret and apply FAA Part 139 and TSA Part 1542 requirements.
- Communicate effectively in writing and verbally including use of aviation radio communications.
- Must perform strenuous physical work indoors and outdoors including lifting, climbing, and equipment operation.
- Must have proficient computer, Microsoft platforms and mobile devices.
- Strong problems solving skills
- Work independently and as part of a team
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, colleagues, tenants, and the public.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
- Frequent: Minimal physical effort typically found in clerical work. Primarily sedentary, may occasionally lift and carry light objects. Walking and/or standing as needed and minimal.
- Occasional: Light to moderate physical effort that includes frequent standing or walking or maintaining arms and hands in the same position for repetitive tasks. Frequently works with light objects and light hand tools.
- Occasional: Moderate to considerable physical effort that includes working from ladders in awkward positions. Frequent use of light or medium weight objects (e.g., 25-50 lbs) and use of medium weight tools.
- Occasional: Strenuous to extreme physical effort that includes frequent use of heavy objects (e.g., 50+ pounds) and may also use heavy tools or require strenuous application in awkward positions.
Working Environment:
- Occasional: Exposure to hazards that are predictable or well protected against.
- Frequent: Exposure to heat and noise along with working outside in the elements.
- Occasional: Exposure to hazardous conditions that may lead to workplace injury such as working in heights, exposure to fly ash and/or energized electrical equipment.
- Frequent: Exposure to heat and noise along with working outside in the elements.
- Occasional: Exposure to marginal to moderate conditions that are unpredictable and may lead to injury.
- Occasional: Exposure to hazardous conditions that may lead to workplace injury such as working in heights, exposure to fly ash and/or energized electrical equipment.
Additional Working Demands / Conditions:
- Performs duties in several different locations at the airport, which includes traveling between buildings, airport perimeter and on the airport’s runways and taxiways. Required to drive motorized vehicles, climb ladders, push, pull, stoop, kneel and crawl to perform the essential functions of the job.
This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:
- Two (2) Medical plans, Dental, Vision (for self/ spouse/ children)
- A Dedicated, exclusive Employee Health and Wellness Center
- Discounted Chilson Center passes
- Paid vacation, holidays, floating holidays, and medical leave
- Flexible spending including Dependent Care
- Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-term and Long-term disability, and voluntary Critical Illness Coverage
- Retirement 401a, 457, Roth (pre-& post tax) and company match
- A Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
- Voluntary 529 College Invest program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Program
- Personal and Professional Development opportunities
- Employee Recognition Program
- Exceptional work-life balance
- Market based pay & regular performance reviews
- Local Government employment is eligible for Public Loan Forgiveness Program
Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Employment offers will be conditional on the successful completion of a driving record, criminal history background check, and TSA background check to obtain clearance to work within airport secured areas.
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