Salary: $66,342.00 - $122,025.00 Annually
Location : Wichita Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport Ground Facilities and Fleet, KS
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: Gen Mtce Sup 2 Airport Grounds
Department: Airport
Division: AP Administration
Opening Date: 09/21/2026
Closing Date: 10/11/2026 11:59 PM Central
Bargaining Unit: 1000

Distinguishing Features of Work
This is an administrative and managerial position with direct responsibilities for the maintenance of all Airport Authority (WAA) owned vehicles, and equipment, as well as airfield pavement, streets, parking lots, pavement markings, signage, and all grounds, including landscaping and irrigation systems. Duties include directing, managing and overseeing the Airport Grounds and Fleet Division consisting of supervisors, equipment operators and mechanics. Considerable independence is exercised in all phases of work. Direction is received from the Assistant Director of Airports, Chief Operating Officer. Work is directed and reviewed through the establishment of goals, and subsequent evaluation of progress toward goal attainment.
Workdays and Hours - Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

Bargaining Unit: Employee Council

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Examples of Work Performed

• Establishes performance standards, and evaluates subordinate staff.
• Monitors and oversees compliance with City, department and division policies and procedures.
• Establishes work priorities, goals, objectives and schedules of the division.
• Prepares and administers annual operating budget for division, and maintains fiscal/budgetary compliance within budget limits.
• Communicates with tenants, operators, airlines, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Air Traffic Control Tower (ATCT), and other airport divisions regarding routine scheduled, non-routine, or emergency maintenance.
• Manages airfield painting and sign management in accordance with FAA regulations and guidance.
• Coordinates use of a work order response system to ensure work orders are processed in a timely manner and in accordance with applicable regulations and policies.
• Manage and oversee contracted services, such as landscaping.
• Manage and oversee limited pavement repairs.
• Manages and oversees maintenance of all fleet vehicles and equipment, including heavy equipment such as snowplows, fire trucks, and loaders.
• Manages and oversees airside snow and ice control operations, in accordance with the FAA approved Airport Snow & Ice Control Plan.
• Ensures adherence to the FAA approved Airport's Signs and Markings Plan.
• Manages and oversees landscaping and mowing activities.
• Responsible for preparing specifications for contracted services and equipment purchases.
• Prepares written and electronic reports and correspondence.
• Attends pre-construction and construction safety meetings.
• Responsible for developing, monitoring and maintaining asset condition inventory reports on vehicles, and equipment, making recommendations for repair, refurbishment, or capital replacement of assets.
• Develops and maintains a training program for the operation of specialized equipment.
• Responsible for implementing and maintaining initial and recurrent technical and occupational safety programs and procedures.
• Responsible for implementing and maintaining initial and recurrent airfield driver training program and recordkeeping system for AGF division.
• The examples of work performed are not intended to be all-inclusive. The City of Wichita reserves the right to assign additional responsibilities as needed.

Requirements of Work

• Knowledge of modern methods, techniques, and equipment used in asset maintenance.
• Effectively plan, organize and initiate projects and programs.
• Effectively plan, organize, and supervise the work of others.
• Read and interpret planning documents and drawings.
• Learn and apply technical policies, standards, and regulations.
• Make independent decisions to interpret and apply government regulations, policies and standard operating procedures.
• Use a computer to access, interpret, and record information.
• Communicate clearly and effectively using company radio, and VHF aeronautical radio.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Walk on improved or unimproved surfaces up to one mile
• Climb up and down stairs, ladders and other inclined surfaces, bend and kneel.
• Lift and carry up to 10 lbs. frequently, and 25 lbs. occasionally.
• Work under sound conditions of up to 100 decibels with ear protection.
• Distinguish colors and brightness accurately during day and night conditions.
• Tolerate a work environment that may include jet engine exhaust fumes, inclement weather and windy conditions.
• Ability and willingness to work extended hours and holidays during times of critical need.
• Ability and willingness to be on-call 24 hours per day.
• Pass required federal security background investigation required by the DHS/Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to acquire and maintain airport security identification and access control media
• Pass required AOA, Airport Security Access, and Movement Area Driver training.
• Ability and willingness to develop and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, representatives of other organizations and the public.
• Acquire and maintain a valid Kansas driver's license.
• An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Experience and Training
Required Experience and Training

• Five (5) years of experience working in an environment that required regulatory compliance.
• Five (5) years of supervisory experience directly overseeing maintenance/field staff or contractors.
• Valid Kansas driver's license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

Preferred Experience and Training

• Graduation from a four-year college.
• Five (5) years of experience in airport asset management, airfield systems, or high-security environments.
• Valid pilot's license.

Please note that this position is part of a random drug testing pool, and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing mandatory ten-year background investigation that includes employment, driver's license, security threat assessment (STA), and criminal history records check (CHRC), and pre-employment physical which includes drug screening.
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CITY OF WICHITA

FULL-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

1. VACATION - Most employees with less than five years employment earn 10 days of vacation per year. After five years, accrual rates increase at varying rates to varying maximums, depending on work schedule and/or union representation. Employees can accumulate and carry forward up to 240 hours each year.

2. HOLIDAYS - There are eleven paid holidays. Employees also receive one Personal Holiday that is granted after the first six months of employment.

3. SICK LEAVE - Sick leave accrual begins at one-half day per month. After five years, sick leave accruals are one work day per month. Employees can accumulate and carry forward all unused sick leave each year. Employees who use 24 hours (3 days) or less of sick leave in a calendar year earn a "Well Day." An additional "Well Day" can be earned following a year of perfect attendance.

4. HEALTH INSURANCE - UMR / United Healthcare provides two levels of medical and prescription drug plans. Both medical plan are PPOs and do not require selecting a physician or referrals for specialty care. Both medical plans include Teladoc virtual care (primary care/mental health benefits at no charge), Dario healthy living programs, and VSP Vision benefits. Pre-tax premium deductions are offered. The City contributes 80% of the premium cost towards medical, prescription drug and vision insurance.
5. DENTAL INSURANCE - Two Delta Dental plans are offered - Preferred and Traditional. The Delta Preferred plan requires using a dentist from a smaller network for a lower premium. The Delta Traditional plan allows use of any dentist, although benefits are higher using a dentist from the large Delta network. Benefits under both plans are the same (with the exception of some Orthodontic benefits) Pre-tax premium deductions are offered.
6.LIFE INSURANCE - Low-cost voluntary term life insurance is available. Employees pay one-third of the cost. The amount of Basic Life coverage is two times annual pay up to a determined maximum amount. Dependent coverage is available at $20,000 spouse / $10,000 child(ren) for an additional $0.14 per pay period. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included. The plan is through MetLife.
7.SUPPLEMENTAL LIFE - Additional voluntary employee-paid term life insurance is available from MetLife at low group rates. Participation in Basic Life is required. The Life Insurance plans are portable.
8. LONG-TERM DISABILITY INSURANCE- The voluntary employee-paid group disability plan from MetLife provides 60% of pre-disability income for injury or health related disabilities. Premiums are determined by income and age.

9.VOLUNTARY ACCIDENTAL DEATH & DISMEMBERMENT - Voluntary employee-paid AD&D from MetLife offers coverage for accidental death and dismemberment.

10.RETIREMENT - The City offers two retirement plans - Wichita Employees (WER) Plan 3, and Commissioned Police & Fire Plan C-79. The WER plan is a defined contribution plan; Police & Fire is a defined benefit plan. Both are contributory - employees and the City share the cost.

11.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS - Employees may elect to make FSA pre-tax deductions for dependent care and/or unreimbursed medical expenses, reducing the cost of these expenses by eliminating taxes on the amount deducted.
12. LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE - This plan from UNUM offers facility and home care benefits for employees, spouses, and some other family members. Several options for benefit amount and duration, and specific plan features, are available.
13.MORE BENEFITS & SERVICES
Deferred Compensation Investment Program
Employee Discounts and Wichita Employee Association (WEA)
Bereavement Pay
Employee Emergency Assistance Fund
Voluntary Shared Leave Program
Training Programs
Longevity Pay
Credit Union
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Injury Leave (on-job injury)
Community Volunteer Events
01

The following validates my highest level of education...

• Some High School
• High School/GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate/JD

02

I have following years of experience working in an environment that required regulatory compliance.

• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 5 - 6 years of experience
• 7+ years of experience
• I do not have any experience working in an environment that required regulatory compliance.

03

I have following years of supervisory experience directly overseeing maintenance/field staff or contractors.

• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 5 - 6 years of experience
• 7+ years of experience
• I do not have any supervisory experience directly overseeing maintenance/field staff or contractors.

04

I have following years of experience in airport asset management, airfield systems, or high-security environments.

• Less than 1 year of experience
• 1 - 2 years of experience
• 3 - 4 years of experience
• 5 - 6 years of experience
• 7+ years of experience
• I do not have any experience in airport asset management, airfield systems, or high-security environments.

05

Do you have a valid Pilot's license.

• Yes
• No

06

I have a valid driver's license.

• Yes
• No

07

I am legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

• Yes
• No

Required Question