Ernest Castagna
Summary
With 30 years of dedicated service as a recent retiree, I am eager to start a new career and expand my knowledge. A healthy, happy, and vibrant individual, I seek an opportunity to learn and grow. With a strong work ethic and diverse experience, I am confident in my ability to contribute to a new team and make a positive impact. Thank you for considering my resume, and I anticipate the possibility of an interview.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Airport Operations Agent
Port Authority of NYNJ
02.2012 - 04.2025
- With a focus on airfield construction: providing escort for contractors on and off the AOA(Air Operations Area) closing and reopening of taxiway and runways. Deploying cones, barriers, and machinery to protect aircraft and personnel. Monitoring personnel to ensure safety for aircraft, passengers, and all support employees
- Snow removal. In coordination with heavy equipment and operator, removed snow and cleared taxiway system for continuous aircraft movement.
- Billing for itinerant aircraft. Calculating and collecting landing, takeoff, & storage fees for private aircraft.
- Day to day airport operations
- Fluent in all aviation jargon and use of multiple radios and frequencies.
- Improved airport safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Streamlined communication between various airport departments, ensuring smooth operations and timely flight departures.
- Ensured compliance with federal aviation regulations through diligent adherence to guidelines governing all aspects of airport management. FAR 139.
- Training for new personnel: agents and supervisors
Airport Operations Agent
Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
02.2006 - 01.2012
- Wildlife Patrol. In constant communication with ATC(air traffic control) inspected monitored and maintained integrity of runways taxiways and ramp areas
- General Aviation Terminal. Parking and organizing all private aircraft. Loading unloading luggage and cargo. Transportation for passengers and VIPs
- Airfield construction: providing escort for contractors on and off the AOA(Air Operations Area) closing and reopening of taxiway and runways. Deploying cones, barriers, and machinery to protect aircraft and personnel. Monitoring personnel to ensure safety for aircraft, passengers, and all support employees
- Snow removal. In coordination with heavy equipment and operator, removed snow and cleared taxiway system for continuous aircraft movement.
- Billing for itinerant aircraft. Calculating and collecting landing, takeoff, & storage fees for private aircraft.
- Day to day airport operations
- Fluent in all aviation jargon and use of multiple radios and frequencies.
- Improved airport safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Streamlined communication between various airport departments, ensuring smooth operations and timely flight departures.
- Ensured compliance with federal aviation regulations through diligent adherence to guidelines governing all aspects of airport management. FAR 139.
- Training for new personnel: agents and supervisors
Toll Collector
Port Authority of NYNJ
03.1995 - 01.2002
- All aspects of traffic management and toll collection including but not limited to: vehicle classification, organizing and counting large amounts of cash payment, training of new toll collectors
Education
Liberal Arts
College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NYSpeech and Theatre
Wagner College
Staten Island, NYHigh School Diploma -
St Joseph By The Sea High School
Staten Island, NY06-1988
Skills
- Full understanding of FAR 139
- Optimized Time Allocation
- Collaborative Leadership
- Background in Food Service
- Food Industry Customer Service
- Proficient English Communication
- Understanding Airport Safety Protocols
- Analytical Decision-Making
- Skilled in Handling Multiple Responsibilities
- Ground Operations Management
Timeline
Airport Operations Agent
Port Authority of NYNJ
02.2012 - 04.2025
Airport Operations Agent
Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
02.2006 - 01.2012
Toll Collector
Port Authority of NYNJ
03.1995 - 01.2002
Liberal Arts
College of Staten Island
Speech and Theatre
Wagner College
High School Diploma -
St Joseph By The Sea High School
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