Airports Operations Specialist

Join the team that keeps Fresno's airfield running safely, smoothly, and at peak performance! As an Airports Operations Specialist , you'll take on hands-on, high-impact work—from maintaining runways and taxiways to supporting critical safety inspections and airport operations. If you're skilled in pavement, construction, or maintenance and ready for a dynamic role where every day makes a difference, this is your chance to elevate your career. Apply now! Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Maintain and repair runways, taxiways, aprons, and airfield infrastructure
• Operate hand tools, vehicles, and heavy equipment
• Perform FAA
• compliant safety and security inspections
• Complete concrete, asphalt, and general maintenance tasks
• Support low
• visibility aircraft escorts and airfield operations
• Assist with international baggage screening and security duties
• Respond to emergencies and assist with hazardous spill cleanup
• Perform grounds, vegetation, and wildlife control activities
• Prepare logs, reports, and documentation using software
• Performs other related duties as assigned Incumbents may be assigned to work any eight (8) hour shift and may be required to work holidays and weekends. Duties and schedules may vary by assignment and/or department, please inquire about specific duties and/or schedules if called upon for an interview. Salary increase scheduled to be effective June 15, 2026, with a range of $5,103
• $6,204/month.

Explore the job specification for additional position details. The current vacancies exist in the Airports Department, Maintenance Division/Airside. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created with the option of extending that period at the City's discretion. Should the competitive process be suspended for this recruitment, the eligibility list may be limited to three (3) months. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that are necessary to safely, effectively, and efficiently perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation. This classification's physical demands involve 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. Additionally, the following physical demands may be required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, visual acuity, walking The Requirements Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and does not assure a place on the eligibility list. Possession of a High school diploma or equivalent GED AND Two (2) years paid experience in asphalt and concrete pavement maintenance or construction work and building maintenance. Experience working around airport facilities is preferred. Additional Requirements The selected eligible candidates for this position will be required to successfully pass a Department interview, an extensive background investigation, and a Department of Justice fingerprint process prior to employment with the department. Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License is required at the time of application and continued maintenance throughout the entire term of employment in this classification. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record. A valid Class B California Driver License is required within twelve (12) months of appointment and must be maintained for the entire term of employment in this classification. The Selection Process The selection process will consist of the following: Written Examination

• 100% a job-related written examination will be administered to assess a candidate's knowledge, skills and abilities in various areas which may consist of methods, tools, and equipment used in construction maintenance and repair; safety; interpersonal relations; technology and/or other job-related items.

Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list. The written examination is tentatively scheduled for the week of June 15th, 2026. Veteran's Preference If an examination is conducted for a position within the classified service, qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score. Candidates must submit a copy of their DD214 Member 4 form or electronic copy indicating honorable discharge with each application prior to the filing deadline.