Salary/Position Classification

• $65,000+ annual, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• $5000 sign-on bonus: 
  • $2,500 paying at hire, remaining $2,500 paying upon successful completed of the 6 month probationary period
• 40 hours per week

Purpose of Position

To manage the UND Aerospace Line Department which provides aircraft/helicopter movement operations by towing from indoor storage hangars to designated ramp parking locations and positioning back into indoor storage hangars during non-flying activity or hazardous weather conditions. Conducts fueling operations for fixed wing aircraft and helicopter fleet using mobile trucks. Performs ground support operations for fleet aircraft and helicopters including: external power engine starting, pre-heating for cold engines, defrosting to remove contamination, and deicing to allow safe take-off. Executes tank farm operations by inspecting systems, filling mobile fuel trucks, and offloading bulk aviation gasoline tanker trucks into bulk storage tanks. Performs all duties in accordance with FAA, State, and local governing procedures. Executes duties applying principles outlined in Safety Management System policy and applicable operational checklists.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage Flight Line Operations:
  • Ensure that all aircraft/helicopters are removed from indoor storage area in preparation for the daily flight activities, positioned on designated ramp parking locations, and returned to indoor storage area after activities are complete.
  • Ensure staff properly secure aircraft/helicopters stored out-of-doors.
  • Ensure ramp operations are conducted IAW most current policy and procedures.
  • Ensure staff coordinate aircraft/helicopter location along with availability requirements with maintenance, dispatch, and air crews.
  • Promote and implement Safety Management System policies into operational procedures. 
• Manage fuel facilities, fueling vehicles, and support equipment:
  • Confirm fuel farm tanks are checked for quantity and contamination with associated systems inspected on a daily basis.
  • Verify inventory and quality of incoming fuel shipments; inventory and quality of fuel transferred from storage to service trucks.
  • Ensure quantity of fuel delivered from each truck to specific aircraft/helicopter is properly documented verifying accuracy by reconciling daily activity utilizing the monthly report.
  • Coordinate monthly fuel report activity with aerospace fiscal affairs and Grand Forks Airport Authority.
  • Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal mandates applicable to fuel handling operations.
  • Confirm periodic maintenance is being accomplished on fueling vehicles and prioritize discrepancy repairs.
  • Coordinate with line maintenance to ensure periodic maintenance is being accomplished on support equipment and prioritize discrepancy repairs.
  • Confirm line maintenance sustains effective inventory control providing critical on-hand assets to perform timely repair actions. 
• Manage ramp and hangar facilities and security system:
  • Ensure building security system is properly set up so staff can access their work areas.
  • Develop, review and revise line/fueling standard operating procedures as necessary to meet the needs of the operation. 
• Training of staff:
  • Establish training procedures for the performance of all line support operations
  • Ensure all staff meet training standards for line operation.
  • Ensure all staff training is properly documented.
  • Develop and administer line support operation training for newly assigned and current staff.
• Administration of staff:
  • Assist Director of Maintenance in the interview and selection of full-time staff.
  • Hiring part-time student employees following established campus procedures.
  • Ensure maximum utilization of staff and resources.
  • Develop budget for ground equipment maintenance and acquisition. 
• Responsible for the upkeep of the line ground support equipment. Responsible for completion of monthly state vehicle reports:
  • Acquire and maintain aircraft engine winter covers.
  • Acquire and maintain aircraft tie down straps.
  • Provide summary of expenses on monthly basis for all licensed vehicles used and maintained by line operation.
  • Perform periodic safety checks of line vehicles and equipment.
• Maintain safety of Line facilities and UND Aerospace ramp areas:
  • Provide findings of operational impaction items with recommendations to Director of Maintenance.
  • Develop and coordinate designated ramp parking plan with applicable organizational leadership.
  • Develop maximum safe capacity on indoor storage of aircraft/helicopter for 10 hangar facilities.
  • Maintain accessibility of tie-downs anchor points by removing snow, ice, dirt, and other debris as required.
  • Coordinate snow removal from UND Aerospace ramp facilities IAW Grand Forks Airport Authority Host-Tenant policy. 

Required Competencies

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Will perform repetitious body movements (climbing, bending, and extensive walking) and lift or move heavy objects-up to 70lbs.
• Will use mechanical aptitude.
• Will use good interpersonal skills.

Minimum Requirements

• Associates degree, OR High School diploma/GED with equivalent experience.
• 3 years of experience as a Flight Line Manager/Supervisor.
• 5 years of experience moving and fueling fixed wing and rotorcraft aircraft.
• Experience with writing, implementing, and enforcing safe Flight Line operations standards.
• Experience with the ordering, dispensing, the safekeeping of, and detailed record keeping of aviation fuels.
• Must complete CFR Part 139:321 training: “Handling and Storage of hazardous substances and material”.
• Experience/familiarity with TSA airport operations.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Successful Completion of Criminal History Background Check and be able to obtain ramp security badge.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 7 years of experience as a flight line Manager/Supervisor.
• 10 years of Flight Line experience.
• Experience using equipment and tools used in the operation of aircraft, tow tractors, heaters refuelers, etc.
• Experience performing policies and procedures in accordance with FAA, State, UND and local governing procedures.

To Apply

Submit application material by the closing date for the position.