Job description
The Airport Noise Monitoring Specialist performs a wide range of airport management responsibilities and provides specialized knowledge in noise abatement and noise management for the airport and surrounding areas.
1 Assists, supports and participates in maintaining the airport in order to meet Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and advisory circulars for airport operations and noise management; performs work in line with Transportation Security Administration (TSA) rules for security, compliance, and adherence to environmental regulations.
2 Performs both semi-skilled and skilled labor in the Aircraft Operations Area (AOA) of all City of Dallas owned and operated airports; provides specialized knowledge and management of airport noise and abatement procedures; identifies issues with the surrounding communities and works to resolve noise concerns.
3 Performs daily safety, security and operational inspections of the airport’s equipment, runways, taxiways, perimeter fences and gates for compliance with Federal, State and local airport rules and regulations.
4 Assists and participates in a wide range of airfield and airport maintenance tasks including pavement maintenance, wildlife management, and noise abatement and management.
5 Responds to and provides assistance as needed, during aircraft emergencies facility equipment failure, airfield lighting failures, building/structure emergencies, pavement failures, hazardous incidents and related emergency situations.
6 Maintains work records, including complaint resolutions, maintenance and repair logs, vehicle inspection forms, daily work logs, FAA inspection records, noise complaints, and other documentation; assists the public by properly responding to routine questions or complaints and requests for service; handles noise issues quickly and effectively.
7 Performs any and all other work as needed or assigned.
EDUCATION:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, Physics, Public or Airport Administration, Airport Management, Air Transportation, Acoustics, Environmental Science or a related field.
- Two (2) years of experience in airport operations, airport communications, construction, noise or environmental acoustics monitoring in the public or private sectors.
- Associate's degree in any field plus five (5) years of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
- Bachelor's or higher in a non-stated field plus (4) years of the specified experience will meet the education and experience requirements
- Master's or higher in a stated field will meet the education and experience requirements
- Subject to 24 hour/weekend callout in response to HAZMAT spills
- Effective oral/written communication skills.
- MS Office or similar software skills.
- Knowledge of all federal and local rules and regulations
Experience in Airport operations and procedures commonly used at both air carrier and general aviation airports. Knowledge of Federal, state, and local aircraft noise regulations and environmental standards, specifically FAR Parts 150 and 161, practices and techniques of sound monitoring using complex electronic and computer equipment. Noise characteristics of various categories of aircraft, including fixed and rotary wing, jet, and reciprocating engines preferred. Candidates with C.M., A.A.E. or ACE in Operations or having a private pilot license is highly preferred. Will work with Airport Operations, Federal Aviation Administration, and Local Community.
1 Knowledgeable in City organization, operations, policies and procedures.
2 Knowledgeable in the safe operation of trucks, tools and equipment according to airport operating and safety procedures.
3 Ability to perform a wide variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks in maintenance and repair of airport facilities and equipment.
4 Ability to operate a variety of simple to complex power tools or power equipment used in construction or landscaping.
5 Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
6 Ability to use and apply two way radio communications devices.
7 Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with a wide variety of people.
About Dallas
CEO: Michael S. Rawlings
Revenue: Unknown / Non-Applicable
Size: 10000+ Employees
Type: Government
Website: www.dallascityhall.com
Year Founded: 1856