Airport Grounds Maintenance (Landscaping)

Horry County • Conway, SC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, maintains the landscaping at all airport terminals and their surround areas. Reports to Grounds Maintenance Supervisor. The position maybe required to work at any county airport, when needed including weekend work. Performs a variety of airport buildings and ground maintenance. Utilizes a variety of mechanic and building repair tools and equipment. May utilize lawn care tools and equipment. Must be able to communicate on 800 MHz radio. Will work in all weather conditions or airport emergencies as needed. Airport security and AOA driver training mandatory. OSHA safety training mandatory. FAA and TSA security rules and regulations training mandatory. Required to have flexible availability for airport emergency staffing purposes and must provide detailed ongoing information to supervisor as to availability during times that he/she is not regularly scheduled. This position may require working at night/weekend. Understands and complies with Horry County and Department policies regarding absences and use of paid leave time and other policies. Performs other related duties as required/ assigned.

Requirements

• Knowledge of airport building maintenance, repairs and painting.
• Ability to perform manual labor and lift at least 50 pounds.
• High school or GED equal, physical ability to perform the required work, or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.
• Two years of practical training and experience in performing general maintenance and repair activities, or any equivalent combination thereof.
• Valid SC motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Must pass a background check without indication of possible aviation security risk as required by the transportation security administration.
• Must meet pre-employment drug screening requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Landscaping and grounds maintenance.
• Knowledge of OSHA, FAA, TSA rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintains the landscaping at all airport terminals and their surround areas.
• Performs a variety of airport buildings and ground maintenance.
• Utilizes a variety of mechanic and building repair tools and equipment.
• May utilize lawn care tools and equipment.
• Communicates on 800 MHz radio.
• Works in all weather conditions or airport emergencies as needed.
• Complies with Horry County and Department policies regarding absences and use of paid leave time and other policies.
• Performs other related duties as required/ assigned.

What This Job Offers

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