Full-Time Airfield Driver Trainer
Job Description
Are you an innovative, organized and team-oriented professional with experience in airfield driving and a working knowledge of FAR Part 139? Would you enjoy a role that allows you to utilize your excellent communications skills to meet, build relationships with and train a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders and help improve driver training including airfield operations, emergency management and safety? Denver International Airport (DEN) is currently seeking an Airfield Driver Trainer to join our team. In this position, you will serve as a trainer for drivers in the Non-Movement, Limited Access Route (LAR) and Movement areas as well as Operators working on the airfield and be responsible for designing, developing, and conducting training for any badge holder driving or operating a vehicle on the Airport. This role offers flexibility and autonomy to be creative in your training style. You will also approve training programs, conduct audits, maintains records of testing and certification, and develop new training programs in conjunction with Airside Operations to meet FAA requirements. If this sounds like a fit, we invite you to apply today!
With competitive pay, great benefits, and endless opportunities, working for the City and County of Denver (CCD) means seeing yourself working with purpose — for you, and those who benefit from your passion, skills and expertise. Join our diverse, inclusive and talented workforce of more than 11,000 team members who are at the heart of what makes Denver, Denver. Click here to find out about all the amazing benefits and reasons to work for CCD!
What We Offer
The City and County of Denver offers a competitive salary commensurate with education and experience. The expected starting salary range for this position is $35-40/hour, based on education and experience. We also offer generous benefits for full-time employees which include but is not limited to:
- Four (4) Medical Plans, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Pension Plan for Life (Employee contributes 8.45%, Employer matches at 17.95%)
- 457 (b) Retirement Plan (no early withdrawal fee!)
- PTO (over 3 weeks in your first year) and 12 paid holidays
- Yearly Merit Increase
- STD, LTD, HSA, FSA, Life Insurance
- CARE Bank, Family Leave Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program, Employee Volunteer Program
- Tuition Reimbursement (up to $2000/year), We Qualify for Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Learning and Development Opportunities; Courses and Career Development Resources
- EcoPass (unlimited free RTD bus/train rides); Free Airport Parking
Location
In this position you can expect to work Monday through Friday, all on site at Denver International Airport, 8500 Pena Blvd. Denver, CO 80249.
Denver International Airport is a 24/7/365 team operation. If staffing challenges occur, weather conditions warrant, or an emergency crisis occurs, all DEN employees will be required to work extended hours or alternative shifts (including nights, weekends, and holidays). Participates in mandatory snow removal duties. Shifts are not guaranteed and are subject to change.
What You’ll Do
DEN is the third-busiest airport in the United States and one of the top ten busiest airports in the world, connecting our community globally through flight and business. DEN is the primary economic engine for the state of Colorado, generating more than $36.4 billion for the region annually and employing nearly 37,000 people. At DEN, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We celebrate individuality and uplift all races, ethnicities, gender identities, national origins, ages, abilities, religion, and LGBTQIA+ communities. We know that our diversity makes us stronger, and we strive to keep diversity, equity and inclusion at the center of all that we do.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work with stakeholders to establish and review their driver training program to ensure they meet airport and federal regulations
- Schedule and conduct airfield driver trainings (including airfield driving, computer and classroom based training)
- Maintains records of testing and certification to ensure compliance with FAA standards
- Participate in construction Safety Risk Assessments (SRA) to address and identify safety concerns through the life of a project
- Work with stakeholders to reduce Vehicle Pedestrian Deviations by reviewing past incidents, attend safety hearings, and by offering suggestions based on lessons learned
- Perform quality assurance reviews with stakeholders on their in classroom and practical training programs
- Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly goals as assigned by manager
- Collaborate with other departments to create training materials
- Performs other duties as assigned or requested
About You
Our ideal candidate has some or all the following experience, skills, and characteristics:
- 3 years of airfield driving experience
- Working knowledge of FAR Part 139
- Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and the Microsoft Office Software Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Workload management skills (multi-tasking and organizational skills)
- Experience developing training materials and conducting trainings
Required Minimum Qualifications
- Education requirement: Graduation from high school or the possession of a GED, HiSET or TASC Certificate
- Experience Requirement: Four (4) years of experience of the type and at the level of Aviation Operations Representative or equivalent in an aviation environment
- Education/Experience Equivalency: One (1) year of the appropriate type and level of experience may be substituted for each required year of post-high school education
- Additional appropriate education may be substituted for the minimum experience requirements
- Requires a valid Driver’s License at the time of application
- Licenses and certifications must be kept current as a condition of employment
Application Deadline
To be considered for this position, you must include the following on your job application (upload the attachment(s) to the Resume/CV section on the My Experience tab):
- Resume
- Cover letter
Please submit your application as soon as possible and no later than June 5th, 2024, at midnight to ensure consideration.
FBI Background Check: FBI criminal background check is required for all positions at Denver International Airport (DEN). Employees are also required to report any felony convictions and/or moving violations to maintain this clearance and be eligible for continued employment. By position, a pre-employment physical/drug test may be required.
Snow / Emergency Duties: Denver International Airport is a 24/7/365 team operation. If weather conditions warrant or an emergency crisis occurs, all DEN employees can be required to work extended hours and/or shifts.
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