Job Title
Airport Operations Intern
Department
Operations
Updated
April 2015
Supervisor
Operations Manager
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Operations Manager, the Airport Operations Internship will commence on June 1st, 2015
and consist of up to 12 weeks of professional introduction into airport operations, airport maintenance, public safety,
and general aviation. This is an educational position in which the applicant will rotate through Airport Authority
Departments including; FWA Operations, Maintenance, Public Safety, and SMD Operations to learn the essential
functions of each department. Duties include but are not limited to the following: conduct daily airfield inspections,
participate in minimal ARFF training, emergency response, data entry, various safety & administrative auditing,
fueling, and maintenance responsibilities.
Duties and Responsibilities May Include:
FWA Operations Department
 Assists in safety and security inspections during construction including monitoring and escorting contractors and
monitors vehicle and equipment traversing on or about the Airport Operations Area (AOA). Monitors commercial
activity on the airport to ensure compliance with the commercial operating permits.
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Assists trained personnel in emergency response or as directed by the incident commander.
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Assists with Airport’s Driver’s Training Program for both Movement and Non-Movement Area driving privileges.
Coordinates with badge-holders to carry out the written and practical testing requirements as needed. Ensures
all persons with driving privileges comply with annual recurrence training and testing. Observes drivers in the
AOA for proper adherence to airfield driving procedures.
Maintenance Department
 Mowing and trimming of grass on the airfield and maintaining landscaping around public areas of the airport
 Maintains equipment, tools and work areas in a clean and orderly condition;
 Vehicle Maintenance and data entry
 Assists in annual building inspections
Public Safety Department
 Responds to all airport emergencies with Incident Commander or Officer in Charge
 Will assist with document management and make corrections/ edits as necessary under the guidance of the
PSD Manager.
 Assist with airport badging process, including initial badge request to badge audits
 Audit Access Control system and exposure to Communications Center
Smith Field Operations
 Conducts daily and special inspections of all facilities (airside, landside, terminal) for safety, security,
aesthetics and regulatory compliance and reports findings to supervisor and takes corrective action when
able or generates maintenance requests.
 Assists Airport Maintenance Department with facility repairs and grounds maintenance, when necessary.
 Conducts regular vehicle/equipment preventative maintenance inspections.
 Fuels aircraft, maintains fuel farm, conducts daily fuel quality controls and accepts fuel deliveries.
 Assist with the development of an Operations Manual
Knowledge and Abilities
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Department
Operations
Updated
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Supervisor
Operations Manager
Working knowledge of FAR Part 77, 139, TSR 1542, and 150 Airport Series Advisory Circulars
Ability to communicate effectively with the public, airport tenants, tower personnel, and other airport
personnel in person, in writing, by two way radio, or by phone.
Ability to respond to emergency situations in a calm and controlled manner.
Ability to be dependable, attentive to detail, willingness to learn.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, make decisions with confidence, show initiative, take ownership of
assigned projects, follow verbal and written instructions and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to manage recurring duties with assigned projects and prioritize workload effectively.
Demonstrated knowledge of effective interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated knowledge in Microsoft Office software at an intermediate level.
Experience and Education Requirements
High school equivalent education with work experience in aviation and airport operations; requires strong working
knowledge of computer, including email. Working towards an Associate or Bachelor degree in an aviation related
field is preferred.
Supervision
Received
General - The employee carries out work assignments in
accordance with the policies and objectives established by the
supervisor. The employee plans and organizes the work,
determines the work methods which will be employed and assists
in determining priorities and deadlines. Completed work is
reviewed in terms of the employee’s effectiveness in producing
the expected results.
Requirements
Supervisor -- No formal
responsibility for supervising
other employees.
Number of
Direct Reports
0
Indirect Reports
0
Special Requirements
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Pass a pre-hire drug screen and is subject to random alcohol and drug testing.
Pass federal fingerprint based criminal history background check.
Must be able to obtain a FWACAA-issued AOA Driving Privileges
Available for recall during non-duty hours for emergencies, snow removal or other required duties.
Meet and maintain qualifications pursuant to Airport Security regulation (CFR 49 Part 1542).
Physical Requirements
Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up
to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects
Physical Activities
Stooping/
Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it
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Bending
Kneeling
Hand-arm
Manipulation/Reaching
Standing
Walking
Crouching
Grasping
Feeling
Talking
Hearing
Department
Operations
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Supervisor
Operations Manager
occurs to a considerable degree and requires full use of the lower extremities and back
muscles
Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
Manual control or manipulation of objects through hand and/or arm movements, which may or
may not require continuous visual control
Particularly for sustained periods of time
Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances.
Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with
skin, particularly that of fingertips.
Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they
must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or
quickly
Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication
Visual and Sound Requirements
Near-visual Differentiation
Far-visual Differentiation
Depth Perception
Color Perception
Sound Pattern
Recognition
Sound Differentiation
Seeing things within arm’s reach
Seeing differences in the details of objects, events or features beyond arm's reach.
Judging the distance from observer to objects, or distances between objects in space
Differentiating or identifying objects materials, or details thereof on the basis of color.
Recognizing different patterns, or sequences of sounds.
Recognizing differences in sounds in terms of their loudness, pitch, and/or tone quality.
Environmental Requirements – Position is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions:
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