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Description

About the Role

+ Under the supervision of the General Maintenance Supervisor, the selected candidate will be responsible for providing direct supervision of Newark Liberty International Airport’s Landscaping Section, which is comprised of IUOE employees.

+ This permanent position will primarily be on weekdays from 06:30-15:00. However, the selected candidate may be required shift work on an as-needed basis

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

+ Creating daily schedules of work and monitoring successful completion of work.

+ Coordinating work with other craft groups and planning future work.

+ Instructing assigned personnel in work methods and techniques, safe work practices, and proper use of materials and equipment.

+ The selected candidate will also participate in the airport’s snow removal plan, produce and update the yearly facility snow removal procedure manual, and maintain the daily snow operator call-in equalization list.

Additional Information

Further details will be provided by Human Resources Department at the time of the offer.

The successful candidate must be able to pass a fingerprint-based Criminal History Check as mandated by 49CFR 1542 and will be required to obtain and maintain an Airport Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) ID card with DR-2 Airfield Driving and escort privileges.

The selected candidate is required to participate in the Airport Snow Removal Program and must be able to respond to other emergency activities on a 24 hour/7 day a week basis, and must be available to work any shift necessary, including weekends and holidays and work overtime as a regular function of the job.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must present the following qualifications to be considered eligible for this position:

+ Must have three (3) years of full-time, paid maintenance work experience, with 1 year of paid full-time supervisory experience.

+ Must possess a valid driver’s license.

+ High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution required.

+ All applicants that meet the above qualifications and have been selected for an interview, must also be qualified on a Port Authority Entry-Level Assessment (ESA) test prior. This test assesses supervisory skills and will be administered virtually.

Desired Qualifications

Candidates must present the following qualifications to be considered eligible for this position:

+ Ability to read, review and work from contract drawings (blueprints) and contract specifications and make comments/recommendations regarding maintenance aspects of proposed new construction or alterations. Keep precise records of the unit’s contracts.

+ Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.

+ Comprehensive knowledge and experience in the Bid Document process in regards to requirements contracts. As a contract administrator, must understand the provisions of the purchase document, have the ability to communicate contract obligations to all parties involved, and maintain control over the contract performance.Shall act as liaison with/or oversee the performance of service vendors

+ Maintain FAR Part 139 Airport Certification related to aeronautical landscaping and ensure safety conditions for landside areas.

+ Identify necessary corrective actions for work, recommend improved maintenance routines, and ensure effective use of staff, materials, and equipment.

+ Plan, initiate, and direct the instruction of assigned personnel in work methods and techniques, safe work practices, and use of materials and equipment.

+ Make supervisor inspections of facility conditions and equipment

+ Support and update unit’s roster or routines as approved by the Unit Chief.

+ Perform random audits on materials, equipment, inventoried spare parts, etc. at the direction of the General Maintenance Supervisor

+ Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact effectively with various levels of Port Authority staff and Federal Agencies, as well as external contractors, tenants, and customers

+ Knowledge of PC programs and applications, including Maximo, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Power Point, and Excel

+ Experience in scheduling maintenance work activities and monitoring and preparing inventory of materials.

+ Demonstrated ability to supervise work of subordinates and train new employees

+ Ability to coordinate work with other craft groups and to organize several jobs simultaneously.

+ Responsible for having a thorough knowledge of all union agreements that pertain to unionized staff under their charge, to the extent necessary to resolve grievances and maintain labor harmony.

+ Ability to supervise and work flexible hours for airport emergencies including but not limited to snow emergencies.

+ Strong knowledge of airport terminal, landside, and aeronautical operations.

+ Knowledge of the facility’s snow removal plan.

+ Knowledge of Airport Security Program and ability to enforce security standards.

+ Thorough knowledge of the Audit Process thus assuring facility compliance with established audit policies and procedures.

+ Knowledge of Port Authority Code of Ethics as they relate to PA staff, Contractors, and Contract Staff.

Selection Process

The application process varies by position, but typically includes an initial phone interview for qualified candidates, followed by a more in-depth interview(s) and/or assessment(s). Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a background check.

Compensation & Benefits

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.

Click here (https://www.jointheportauthority.com/pages/working-here) for more information about benefits, our culture, and career development opportunities.

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