CREW LEADER (AVIATION) - Quick Hire!

The City of Killeen is a dynamic municipality committed to providing excellent services and maintaining high safety standards within its operations. It values professionalism, effective communication, and a strong work ethic, fostering a positive and safe work environment for its employees as well as the public. The aviation department plays a crucial role in supporting civil and military aviation activities, maintaining operational excellence and regulatory compliance at its facilities. The City of Killeen’s aviation services focus on delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality ground support services vital to the smooth functioning of all aircraft and their customers. The Aviation Line Service Crew Leader position is essential within the aviation line services team, responsible for overseeing and coordinating daily operations. This is a supervisory role that requires leadership in managing a team of aviation line service technicians who perform a variety of duties related to aircraft ground handling, fueling, towing, and general support operations. The Crew Leader ensures that all operations comply with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, safety protocols, and the City’s standards. This role demands strong communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to fostering a culture of safety and professionalism on-site. In addition to managing daily workflow and training team members, the Crew Leader acts as a liaison between departments, providing exceptional customer service to pilots, passengers, and tenants. Responsibilities also include maintaining aviation fuel storage facilities, performing equipment maintenance, conducting quality control on fuel deliveries, and assisting with inspections related to security and airfield operations. The role requires someone who can react promptly to emergencies and possess a working knowledge of various advanced ground support equipment and aviation safety procedures. The City of Killeen emphasizes professional development and offers a work environment where employees can grow their skills while contributing to vital aviation services in a supportive community setting. The role may require working nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts, reflecting the nature of aviation ground support. The position requires the ability to lift heavy objects and work in sometimes challenging weather conditions, always prioritizing safety and efficiency. This is an excellent career opportunity for individuals with experience in aviation fuel services who are seeking a leadership role in a respected public sector employer. The Crew Leader will enjoy the benefits of working for a city committed to employee well-being, safety compliance, and professional excellence, making it a fulfilling job in both responsibility and reward.

• possess a valid Class C Texas driver’s license by date of hire
• pass FBI fingerprint-based background check by date of hire
• pass TSA Security Threat Assessment by date of hire
• may be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts
• successfully completed or complete within 90 days FAA acceptable aviation fuel training course in fire safety
• graduate from high school or equivalent
• one year experience operating civilian or military aviation fuel service equipment or two years as an aviation line services technician preferred
• ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions
• ability to establish effective working relationships
• ability to perform arithmetic computations accurately and quickly
• basic computer skills
• ability to work independently
• skill in time management
• skill in operation of equipment
• ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely
• working knowledge of equipment, materials and supplies used in fueling and servicing aircraft
• ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance