This position is responsible for day-to-day safety, security, emergency preparedness, and regulatory compliance of the Airport during an assigned shift. This role is often required to work independently, with little supervision, on any given shift, 24/7/365. Applicants must be proactive, self-motivated leaders. Responsibilities include the inspection and documentation of airfield conditions in accordance with FAA and DHS/TSA regulations, responding to and managing emergencies in the capacity of an Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighter, maintenance and repair of all airside, terminal, and landside facilities.

Other duties include snow removal, coordinating airport construction, mitigating wildlife hazards, and enforcing Federal, State, and local regulations including environmental regulations.

Full job description can be found at https://iflysun.com/employment-opportunities/ Starting between $30-$34 hourly. Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to natalie@thompsonconsulting.com.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma and 3 years of full-time relevant work experience in fire, law enforcement, EMS, or similar; Or, a Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management/Aeronautics, pilots certificate and 1 year full-time work experience (aviation-related internships may be counted towards experience)
• Great interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with various personalities.
• Moderate mechanical ability, preferred
• Ability to pass a 10-year Criminal History Records Check, TSA Security Threat Assessment, and Drug Screening.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation related field, prior experience in Airport Operations, Pilot certification, Fire/EMS Services, or Law Enforcement experience.
• Experience in Heavy Equipment/Machinery Operation including snow removal 

About Sun Valley / Friedman Memorial Airport

Nestled high in the mountains of the Wood River Valley and just 13 miles south of some of the best skiing in the world, the Sun Valley/Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN) is the gateway to Idaho's famed Sawtooth Mountains and rugged backcountry. All-season beauty and year-round outdoor recreation have made this region a top destination for visitors from around the world. SUN is a commercial service airport served by Alaska, Delta, and United Airlines with daily non-stop flights to Chicago, Denver, Salt Lake City, Seattle, San Francisco, and Los Angeles. The airport is jointly owned by the City of Hailey and Blaine county, and under a joint powers agreement, is operated by the Friedman Memorial Airport Authority. The booming tourism industry has brought significant growth to the valley and as the third busiest commercial service airport in the state, the airport plays a vital role in the local economy. Safety, above all, is our core value. We welcome you to our mountain town airport.

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