The City of Lee’s Summit is a thriving, progressive community situated 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With an estimated population of over 107,000, Lee’s Summit has all the very best attributes of a small town while enjoying the amenities of a large city. Complemented by a growing business community and superior quality of life, Lee’s Summit has become one of the largest cities in Missouri. Lee’s Summit boasts an award-winning school system and holds national accreditations for its Parks and Recreation, Fire, Police and Public Works services. Lee’s Summit has a strong appreciation for arts, culture and entertainment, making it a vibrant place to live and work. The cultural scene includes public art installations, musical performances, theatre productions and Fourth Friday Art Walks. Recently named America’s Great Neighborhood by the American Planning Association, Lee’s Summit’s historic downtown district provides a unique network of restaurants, boutiques and businesses. Special events such as Oktoberfest and Downtown Days draw visitors from all over the Kansas City metro. Lee’s Summit offers countless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. With 30 parks, 92 miles of trails and numerous regional lakes, most residents live within close proximity to a recreational activity. Lee’s Summit continues to receive regional and national recognition for its endless amenities for residents of all ages. Among the notable recognitions, the city received gold certification as a Community for all Ages and was designated a Walk Friendly Community and Bicycle Friendly Community. The Airport Attendant, under the direct supervision of the Assistant Airport Manager, performs semiskilled work to include fueling, towing, and servicing aircraft; sales, concierge transactions and customer service; airport maintenance functions include performing and recording inspections of grounds, facilities and vehicles, foreign object debris (FOD) removal, mowing and snow removal. Starting hourly rate: $20.04 per hour Minimum Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age Valid state driver’s license and acceptable driving record required Customer service experience preferred Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Exceptional customer service, time management and communication skills Skills in the use of common airport equipment such as aircraft tug, aircraft tow bars, fuel truck, stationary fueling equipment and ground power unit (GPU) Ability to learn specialized aviation terminology, procedures and practices to operate in a restricted environment involving active runways, taxiways and aprons. Ability to work safely in an airport environment. The City of Lee’s Summit offers a variety of municipal career opportunities with more than 150 job classifications. Those interested in a public service career with the City of Lee’s Summit may review vacancies and obtain applications. Applications and resumes are accepted for all vacant positions. Applications/resumes may be submitted online, on or before the deadline posted. The City is fully committed to a policy of hiring without regard to sex, age, color, race, religion, national origin or disability as prescribed by federal and state laws. The City will require a post-offer background check and physical which includes a drug/alcohol screening. The City is a drug-free workplace.
