Job Posting End Date:
08-10-2026
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Position Summary:
Operation and Maintenance Technicians are the primary staff positions that ensure the day-to-day, 24/7 operations of the Central Wisconsin Airport. There are three levels of Operation and Maintenance Technicians with increasing responsibility, skills, knowledge, and abilities needed to perform the job. In compliance with federal regulations, the airport provides sufficient and qualified personnel to comply with the requirements of its Airport Certification Manual. The airport recognizes the importance of a well-trained experienced team. Therefore, the developmental progression of Operation and Maintenance Technicians will not be limited to the position in which they were hired. Operation and Maintenance Technician II’s are primarily responsible for ensuring the airport’s day to day regulatory compliance of all applicable federal, state, and local requirements; the overall maintenance of the airfield, buildings, and fleet; and delivering exceptional customer service.
Standard work schedule:
CWA is a 24 hour operation. The selected candidate can expect to work regularly scheduled weekends and will be subject to being on-call in the wintertime for snow removal. The successful candidate will ultimately be assigned a 3rd shift schedule working Monday-Wednesday and every other weekend.
This ultimate shift assignment will occur after the completion of a 2-3 month training period working Monday – Friday from 8:00AM – 4:00PM and an additional 2-3 months of on the job training rotating through various shifts. Once on the final assigned 3rd shift schedule, this individual will regularly be working alone from midnight to 4AM.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
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Provide exceptional customer service to all stakeholders
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Ensure regulatory compliance through regular review, update and adherence of various documents and manuals, including but not limited to:
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Airport Certification Manual
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Airport Emergency Plan
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Wildlife Hazard Management Plan and USDA coordination
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Snow and Ice Control Plan
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Storm Water Management Plan
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Spill Prevention Containment and Countermeasures
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Airport Security Plan
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Security Directives
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Airport Rule and Regulations
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Perform Airport Rescue and Firefighting duties
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Conduct airport operational self-inspections in accordance with federal regulations
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Publish Notices to Airmen as appropriate to the National Airspace System
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Conduct movement area snow removal
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Perform wildlife hazard mitigation duties
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Conduct airfield mowing near and inside of movement areas controlled by Air Traffic Control
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Ensure the integrity of the airport parking system; process payments, replace consumables, respond to customers, issue parking violations, and report system failures
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Perform construction monitoring and reporting
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Perform vehicle and equipment maintenance, service, and repair
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Perform pavement maintenance, marking and care
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Perform carpentry work including drywall and painting
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Perform building management services including electrical, HVAC, building automation, and plumbing service and repair
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Service, diagnose, and repair airfield electrical systems including runway, taxiway lighting, radios
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Perform passenger boarding bridge service, maintenance, and repair
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Perform Welding
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Maintain accurate, federally compliant logs, records, and inspections
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Utilize airport provided communication equipment including Work Order system, email, and radio
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Positive attitude
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Work effectively as part of a productive and supportive team
Additional Tasks and Responsibilities:
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Assist in the development of Standard Operating Procedures
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Perform airport custodial services including cleaning floors, windows, and restrooms, emptying wastebaskets, and ensuring the clean appearance of the passenger terminal building
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Conduct security inspections and patrols as specified in the Airport Security Plan, Security Directives, or airport security protocols
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Conduct non-movement area snow removal; operate snow blowers, powered brooms, plow trucks, and shovels to remove snow and ice effectively and safely
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Perform landside mowing; operate riding mowers, push mowers, and various trimmers
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Participate in airport team building exercises including Marathon County culture initiatives
Compensation:
Starting hourly rate: Starting hourly rate: $27.61-$30.48 depending on qualifications + shift differential + Marathon County benefits: https://www.marathoncounty.gov/about-us/careers/employee-benefits
Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job Functions (Before Hire):
Education/Formal Training and Experience:
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Technical school or associate’s degree in a related field OR any combination of education training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job
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Basic computer skills
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Valid Wisconsin driver license and a driving history that meets County standards
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Ability to pass various background checks
Additional Airport Certifications and Training Requirements After Hire:
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Minimum Training (Required for all OMT-II Employees)
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All required Part 139 and Part 1542 Training Requirements
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Airport Rescue and Firefighting certification
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First Aid/CPR/AED
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Incident Command System (ICS) training, level ICS-100, ICS-200
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Proficiency Training (Desired for all OMT-II Employees)
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AAAE Basic Airport Safety and Operations Specialist (ASOS)
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ICS-300, NIMS 700, and NIMS 800
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Wisconsin Class B Commercial Drivers’ License
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Advanced Training (Optional for all OMT-II Employees)
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AAAE Advanced ASOS
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AAAE Airport Certified Employee - Operations
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Approved Leadership Program Certificate
Selection Procedure:
The selection of the successful candidate may be made by assessment of education and work experience, oral interview, review of references, and/or other job-related selection procedures. Depending on position requirements, the selected candidate may be required to satisfactorily complete post-offer assessments, including but not limited to education verification, background checks, driver license verification, physical examination, psychological assessment, and drug screening paid for by the County.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Marathon County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status
Special Accommodations:
Marathon County will make arrangements to furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary and reasonable to afford an individual with a disability the opportunity to participate in the recruitment process. Please notify the Employee Resources Department office or phone (715) 261-1451 to request special accommodations prior to the application deadline.
Special Accommodations:
Marathon County will make arrangements to furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary and reasonable to afford an individual with a disability the opportunity to participate in the recruitment process. Please notify the Employee Resources Department office or phone (715) 261-1451 to request special accommodations prior to the application deadline.
Notice to Applicants:
Wisconsin Statutes, Sections 19.36 (7), 64.09 (5), and 64.11 (7) require public employers to treat the following items as a public record: Each applicant’s application, records, recommendations, and qualifications except as provided in Section 19.36 (7), Wis. Stats. that allows the identity of an applicant to remain confidential if the applicant requests in writing that the County not provide access to this information. If you choose not to have this information become a public record, you must make such a request in writing to the Employee Resources Department. If you become a finalist for the position, your identity may be disclosed as required by law
