Austin Aviation - Airport Facility Representative

City of Austin•Austin, TX

2d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Airport Facility Representative provides facility maintenance, security, emergency services, general housekeeping cleaning and disinfecting services, and moving and arranging services for the airport terminal and campus. Utilizes general housekeeping tools such as brooms, vacuums, mops, dusters, etc. for sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, trash/recycle removal, etc.; operates vehicle; utilizes bio-hazard cleanup methods and monitor/replace bio-hazard syringe boxes. Prepares cleaning solutions by mixing and measuring a variety of cleaning substances. Under direct supervision, this position provides housekeeping, security, and facilities services throughout Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and the AUS campus.

Requirements

Knowledge of janitorial processes and procedures.
Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Transportation Security Administration (TSA) regulations and mandates; and City, departmental, State, and Local rules and regulations.
Knowledge of FAA and TSA Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) regulations and requirements.
Knowledge of Airline Baggage Hygiene procedures.
Skill in establishing and maintaining collaborative working relationships with others.
Skill in identifying suspicious and unusual activities.
Skill in operating vehicles and janitorial housekeeping tools.
Ability to pass and maintain TSA and SIDA security requirements.
Ability to communicate via two-way radio.
Ability to communicate effectively in English.
Ability to understand oral and written instructions.
Ability to train others.
Ability to utilize computer software.
Ability to walk and stand continuously.
Ability to sit, bend, stoop, twist, climb, kneel, and crawl for periods of time.
Ability to reach and stretch overhead.
Ability to demonstrate repetitive hand and foot movement, finger dexterity, grasping, squeezing, and repetitive motions.
Ability to carry, lift, push, and pull up to fifty (50) pounds unassisted, with occasional climbing of stairs and ladders.
Ability to work in environments with exposure to vibrations, noise, mechanical and chemical hazards, fume and odor hazards, toxic waste and material hazards.
Ability to work with possible contact with blood and other potentially infectious materials.
Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus two (2) years of experience related to janitorial services.
Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.
Valid Texas Class C Driver License within ninety (90) days of hire.
Must have the ability to read, write, and fluently speak in English.

Responsibilities

Provides facility maintenance, security, emergency services, general and detailed cleaning and disinfecting services using heavy and specialized equipment and moving and arranging services for airport terminals and campus.
Utilizes general housekeeping tools such as brooms, vacuums, mops, and dusters for sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, trash/recycle removal, etc.; operates vehicles; utilizes biohazard cleanup methods and monitors/replaces biohazard syringe boxes.
Prepares cleaning solutions by mixing and measuring a variety of cleaning substances.
Works in conjunction with airport personnel to ensure security and safety for airport facilities; ensures facility lockdown to include closets, offices, entrance and exit doors; and monitors for security breaches, unattended packages, and suspicious persons and activities, etc.; reports any unsafe and suspicious activity to appropriate personnel.
Evacuates customers and isolates airport facilities when emergencies arise such as security breaches, bad weather, and fire emergencies; inspects trash cans for suspicious items.
Responds to facility and event requests such as airline baggage system failures and contingencies, requests from airlines, City employees, airport tenants, biohazards and spills, and calls for lost and found items.
Provides customer service to passengers, tenants, and visitors by providing solicited and unsolicited information.
Performs administrative duties and responsibilities to include completing forms, logs, and personal timesheet; submitting work order requests and other requested documentation; and notifying supervisor of low inventory and work orders.
Ensures hand sanitizers are distributed at all checkpoints and exits to reduce/prevent the spread of disease and ensures expiration dates are current.