JOB
Participate in the maintenance and repair of airport equipment and surrounding property and facilities; perform snow removal from airfield runways, taxiways and terminal areas; operate pavement maintenance equipment to repair airfield surfaces and perform a variety of maintenance tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.
This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.
Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
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Perform minor maintenance and repair of airport equipment and surrounding property and facilities; perform mechanical repairs; assist technical staff and electricians with the repair of complex airport mechanical systems as required.
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Operate trucks, rollers, tractors, buses, backhoes, dump trucks and other airport equipment and vehicles; inspect equipment and vehicles for repair and maintenance needs; report findings to the mechanics shop.
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Operate mechanical scrubbers to clean-up oil and fuel spills.
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Maintain runways and related areas; excavate or move materials, dig trenches, clean ditches and maintain a variety of pavement maintenance equipment including crack saws, pavement routers, crack sealing machine and melters in a safe and effective manner; scoop, shovel, load, dig, blade and roll asphalt.
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Maintain airport runways and taxiways; control rain caused erosion around runways and taxiways to ensure runway stability.
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Perform construction tasks; construct forms and pour concrete; construct airport fences; build signs.
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Mow landscaped areas and medians around runways, taxiways and roads; maintain and repair mowing equipment.
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Perform snow removal using snow plows, snow brooms, snow blowers and sand spreaders.
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Drive street sweepers on runways, taxiways and in front of terminals to remove sand, dirt and trash.
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Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures; maintain effective communications with communications tower.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:-
Perform building custodial, maintenance and repair functions as required.
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Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
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Respond to airfield emergencies as requested.
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Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Environmental:
Airfield environment; work around construction equipment and aircraft; exposure to noise, and inclement weather conditions.
Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for heavy, moderate or light lifting; walking standing or sitting for prolonged periods; and operating motorized equipment and vehicles.
