Line Attendant

Line Attendant

Performs a variety of responsible semi-skilled to skilled duties relative to the operation and maintenance of a municipal airport. Moves aircraft in and out of hangars and on ramp areas using hand and motor-drive tugs. Parks, fuels, and ties down / chocks aircraft. Cleans windshields and airs tires on aircraft; de-ices aircraft when needed. Assists customers with catering, car rentals, hotels, taxis, etc. Operates UNICOM to give airport advisories; issues and cancels NOTAMS. Inspects runways and taxiways, and reports any lights out. Refills fuel trucks, takes readings on trucks and tanks, and completes fuel storage inspection reports; takes scheduled inventory of fuel and oil; sumps fuel trucks and jet storage tanks. Inspects and airs tires, and washes airport vehicles and equipment. Mows, weed-eats, and applies herbicides to turf areas. Picks up trash / litter around assigned areas. Answers telephone and responds to inquiries, refers callers, and / or takes messages. Processes credit, charge, and cash payments; balances cash drawer and prepares related reports. Cleans office and hangar areas; inspects, cleans, and replenishes supplies in restrooms. Performs any other related duties as required or assigned.

Supervision Received

Works under general supervision of an administrative superior. Supervision Exercised : None.

Qualifications

Education and Experience : High school diploma or equivalent; and one (1) year of responsible experience in the aviation field; at least six (6) months in building and grounds maintenance and in work involving public contact; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Licenses or Certifications : Must possess a valid drivers license and a clean driving record. May be required to be a licensed herbicide applicator.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Working knowledge of municipal airport operations. Working knowledge of aircraft fueling requirements and basic operation. Working knowledge of grounds maintenance. Working knowledge of janitorial equipment, supplies, and practices. Working knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions associated with the aviation industry. Skill in the operation of various equipment, including fuel trucks, mowers, bush-hogs, and tugs. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to effectively greet customers and assist with their needs. Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions. Ability to work independently and to make sound decisions relative to the work. Ability to maneuver aircraft in confined areas by use of tugs. Ability to detect and correct or refer to proper authority any operating deficiencies in equipment. Ability to maintain accurate records and to prepare reports. Ability to operate a fuel truck with standard transmission. Ability to climb ladders.

Physical / Mental Demands

While performing the functions of this job, the employee frequently stands, walks, talks, and hears; occasionally sits; uses hands to handle objects; reaches with hands and arms; stoops, kneels, crouches, crawls, climbs, or balances; specific vision requirements include close, color, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus; occasionally required to lift more than 100 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud. The employee works near moving r