Airport Maintenance Worker

The Full Time Airport Maintenance Worker is a heavy equipment operator and will perform maintenance on airport grounds, facilities, buildings, vehicles and heavy equipment as directed. This is an on-call position, 24/7, including holidays, without a predictable schedule, especially in the winter.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Performs ground maintenance, including mowing grass, cutting brush, etc. to ensure safety and well-groomed appearance.

2. Plows snow, maintaining field operations throughout the winter; operates snow removal equipment to clear ramp, taxiways, runways, general aviation areas and terminal walkways and gateways.

3. Assists in the maintenance of buildings, structures and signs, including repair as needed.

4. Performs scheduled and emergency maintenance of airport equipment and vehicles.

5. Records vehicle information and places fee collection envelopes on vehicles; completes daily log.

6. Cleans, inspects (after use) all equipment/tools used prior to returning to proper area, bringing any problems to the attention of the Maintenance Supervisor or Airport Manager.

7. Uses tractors and mowing equipment, front loader, dump truck, heavy snow removal equipment, excavator, carpentry and maintenance hand and power tools, chain saws and radios.

8. Performs airport, runway and facility inspections for safety and FAA compliance.

9. responsible for wildlife inspections and mitigation, including deprivation as authorized.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED FOR POSITION:

Experience and Skill Requirements: The following experience and skills are considered essential:

• Up to a year of experience in maintenance of grounds, buildings, vehicle and/or equipment and in the operation of large trucks, other powered equipment, hand tools, etc., is highly desired.
• Must have Class B CDL.
• Familiarization or experience working on and around aircraft is desired.
• An understanding of communications and the nature of public safety is desired.
• Have no criminal record and be willing to submit to both psychological and polygraph examinations.

Education Requirements: The following education requirements are considered essential:

• A high school education or equivalent and working knowledge of grounds, building, vehicle and/or equipment maintenance skills is required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.57 - $21.76 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Maintenance: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Class B CDL (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Owls Head, ME 04854: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person