Airfield Maintenance Technician I

Tulsa Airports Improvement Trust•Tulsa, OK

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Tulsa Airports Improvement Trust operates and manages Tulsa International Airport, and Tulsa Riverside Airport. We enjoy a smooth and collaborative work environment with a great work/life balance and comprehensive benefit package. Benefits include a pension, partially employer-funded medical insurance and life insurance, 13 paid holidays, and personal time off. The hourly rate is $17.14. JOB SUMMARY Responsible for performing a variety of job duties involved in the maintenance and operation of the airfield.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or GED with a minimum of 1-year experience in building maintenance, grounds maintenance, and equipment operation to perform the work.
Knowledge of light to medium automotive and power equipment, materials, and supplies used in building and grounds maintenance.
Knowledge of equipment and supplies used to do minor repairs.
Knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions.
Skill in the safe operation of listed tools and equipment.
Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule.
Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods, and to perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
Ability to communicate orally, in writing, and over the radio.
Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the public.
Possession of a valid Oklahoma Class "D" Operator’s License.
Must demonstrate progressive competency on a mower and loader within twelve (12) months of hire.
Ability to obtain and maintain eligibility to hold a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge.

Responsibilities

Mows and maintains terminal grounds, as well as airport open space areas.
Inspects and performs routine maintenance of airport buildings.
Sweeps, washes, paints, and repairs or replaces property belonging to airport inventory.
Performs minor maintenance of open space structures such as restrooms, shelters, maintenance sheds, etc. by performing custodial, maintenance, painting, plumbing, carpentry, and other types of maintenance as required.
Performs routine maintenance on lawn and power equipment.
Carries out the seeding, fertilizing, top dressing, soil conditioning, watering, and the pest and weed control of airport grounds.
Maintains and adjusts specialized equipment and tools, including electric motors, pumps, tractors, mowers, and hand-held equipment.
Operates tractors, mowers, trucks, brush hogs, and other equipment as needed.
Maintains current skills and knowledge in the proper and safe techniques of building and grounds maintenance functions.
Collects and disposes of solid waste from buildings and grounds; picks up litter from premises.
Assists in setting up and taking down equipment for various functions and programs, prepares facilities for program use.
Maintains runway and taxiway lighting and surrounding areas to meet FAA standards.
Responds to public or other inquiries concerning airport policies and procedures.
Exhibits willingness to work with tenants, concessionaires, and patrons on a daily basis.
Reports to work on a regular and timely basis and performs other duties as assigned.