Airport Landscaper

Jefferson County•Westminster, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport is currently hiring an Airport Maintenance Worker. This position provides the opportunity to work for a county that thrives on working collaboratively and overcoming challenges, offering job security and the unique opportunity to learn all aspects of airport operation as well as participate in great events. The Airport Maintenance Worker (landscaper) is responsible for performing a variety of Landside operations by maintaining and repairing the grounds. The ideal candidate manages a range of responsibilities that include: Mowing, trimming, tree trimming, bush trimming, irrigation repair including sprinklers, sprinkler clocks and more. This position also includes operating light and heavy equipment and assisting in application of herbicides and pesticides. Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (RMMA) is owned and operated as a division of Jefferson County Government. The Airport is located in the northeast corner of the County and is strategically situated between Denver and Boulder on U.S. Highway 36 and Colorado 128. RMMA is the 4th busiest airport in Colorado and is an important component of the national air transportation system and the Denver metropolitan area. The Airport is designated as a reliever for Denver International Airport and provides a home to many corporate aviation facilities, commercial aviation businesses, charter companies, general aviation tenants and hobbyists.

Requirements

A valid Colorado driver’s license is required for positions that drive on County Business in either a county or personal vehicle within 30-days of hire or beginning to serve as an intern or volunteer.

Nice To Haves

Strong customer service
Experience in Landscape Maintenance
Basic knowledge of Airport operations

Responsibilities

Maintaining RMMA-owned grounds through general maintenance practices and repair.
Applying herbicide and pesticides when needed for weed and pest control
Irrigation repairs and maintenance.
Ensuring Landscape equipment is functioning properly.
Responding to on-call and emergency situations in an airport environment.
Possibly assisting with maintenance and repair of buildings and all related mechanical and structural components such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, etc.
Assisting in janitorial duties as needed.
Other duties as assigned.