AIRFIELD TECHNICIAN

LED FastStart • Alexandria, LA

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About The Position

The England Authority is seeking an Airfield Technician to perform maintenance and operational duties in and around Alexandria International Airport (AEX). The position supports daily maintenance of airport grounds, runways, taxiways, airfield facilities, and equipment to help ensure the airport remains safe and compliant with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements. The ideal candidate has experience operating and performing routine maintenance on tractors, large commercial mowing equipment, and other heavy equipment. Experience operating large equipment in a regulated environment is preferred.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license, which must be maintained.
• Successfully complete a pre-employment criminal background check and any subsequent background checks required for airport employment.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and perform physically demanding maintenance duties.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain a variety of heavy equipment and grounds maintenance equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Three years of experience operating large commercial mowing equipment and performing routine equipment maintenance.
• Experience operating heavy equipment.
• Experience operating large equipment in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general maintenance of airfield buildings, pavement, and related facilities to meet FAA requirements.
• Maintain airport grounds by mowing, trimming, weeding, pruning, and performing other landscaping duties.
• Repair and maintain irrigation systems.
• Assist with daily maintenance of runways, taxiways, safety areas, and airfield lighting systems.
• Clean equipment and facilities and perform minor repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Assist with the proper mixing and application of herbicides, pesticides, fertilizers, and other approved chemicals in accordance with applicable regulations and safety procedures.
• Troubleshoot and assist with repairs of electrical issues related to airfield systems and equipment.
• Operate heavy equipment, including front-end loaders, runway brooms, sweepers, dump trucks, backhoes, tractors, and other related equipment.
• Operate equipment to grade and maintain runways, taxiways, safety areas, airport roadways, and other airport property.
• Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance of equipment and report mechanical or operational issues.
• Clean equipment and tools after use and maintain clean, organized, and safe storage areas.
• Perform other related duties and general maintenance tasks as assigned or requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED