Airport Maintenance Technician I/II

City of Paso Robles•Paso Robles, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Paso Robles is seeking a dependable, motivated individual to serve as an Airport Maintenance Technician. This hands-on position plays a vital role in maintaining the safety, security, and daily operations of the Paso Robles Municipal Airport. From conducting airfield inspections and maintaining airport facilities and infrastructure to operating specialized equipment and responding to emergencies, this position performs a variety of work that helps keep the airport safe, operational, and ready to serve pilots, businesses, and the community. If you enjoy working outdoors, solving problems, and taking pride in maintaining critical public infrastructure, this is an exciting opportunity to develop specialized skills in airport operations and maintenance while making a meaningful impact.

Requirements

Possession of a high school diploma or a General Educational Development (GED) certificate
Airport Maintenance Technician I: Six months of experience performing basic maintenance or custodial work in janitorial services, electrical, carpentry, plumbing, or a closely related field.
Airport Maintenance Technician II: Two years of skilled maintenance experience in janitorial services, electrical, carpentry, plumbing, or a closely related field.
Requires possession of a valid California Class C driver license and a satisfactory driving record

Nice To Haves

Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the construction, inspection, maintenance, and repair of airport facilities, grounds, and infrastructure.
FAA rules, regulations, safety standards, and applicable federal, state, and local laws related to airport operations, maintenance, environmental compliance, and safety.
Principles and practices of airfield inspections, pavement maintenance, airfield lighting systems, signage, markings, and airport security procedures.
Safe operation and minor maintenance of vehicles, heavy equipment, hand tools, and power tools used in airport, grounds, and facility maintenance activities.
Preventative maintenance principles for buildings, facilities, irrigation systems, lighting systems, and related infrastructure.
Landscape and grounds maintenance methods, including planting, pruning, mowing, irrigation installation and repair, weed abatement, and the safe application of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides.
Safe work practices, including traffic control and the handling and storage of hazardous materials and chemicals.
Basic custodial methods, cleaning procedures, and the proper use of custodial tools, equipment, and supplies.
Basic mathematical principles and recordkeeping practices related to maintenance and operational activities.
Customer service principles and techniques for interacting effectively with tenants, contractors, airport users, regulatory agencies, and the public.
Perform semi-skilled to skilled construction, maintenance, repair, custodial, and grounds maintenance work related to airport facilities, infrastructure, and equipment.
Conduct routine airfield inspections and identify maintenance, operational, safety, and security concerns.
Safely and effectively operate vehicles, equipment, machinery, and tools used in airport maintenance and operations.
Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair irrigation systems, lighting systems, facilities, and related airport infrastructure.
Read and accurately interpret blueprints, diagrams, manuals, technical specifications, and work orders.
Locate underground utilities and perform work in accordance with Underground Service Alert (USA) requirements.
Maintain accurate logs, inspection records, maintenance reports, and other documentation related to airport operations and regulatory compliance.
Understand, interpret, and apply applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and technical instructions.
Respond calmly, effectively, and professionally during emergencies, incidents, and unusual situations.
Communicate clearly, professionally, and effectively through a variety of methods, including face-to-face interactions, telephone, email, and other appropriate mediums.
Provide courteous and effective customer service and maintain positive working relationships with tenants, contractors, regulatory agencies, coworkers, and the public.
Work independently or collaboratively as part of a team and exercise sound judgment within established procedures.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Make accurate arithmetic calculations and estimates related to maintenance and operational work.

Responsibilities

Performs a wide variety of work in support of the daily operation, maintenance, safety, and emergency response of the Paso Robles Airport.
Conducts routine airfield maintenance and inspections in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) standards and specifications, including maintenance of airfield lighting systems, airfield markings, hangars, surface preparation and repair, beacons, tie-downs, and chains.
Operates, maintains, and performs minor servicing of a variety of vehicles, equipment, and tools used in airport maintenance activities, including mowers, tractors, sweepers, loaders, utility vehicles, and hand and power tools.
Performs routine repairs and preventative maintenance on airport facilities, including the terminal, hangars, restrooms, meeting rooms, and related infrastructure.
Performs landscape and grounds maintenance on airport property including, mowing, planting, pruning, irrigating, fertilizing, weed abatement, and the application of herbicides and pesticides in accordance with applicable regulations; maintains landscaped areas surrounding buildings, roadways, and airfield facilities.
Installs, repairs, and maintains irrigation systems, fencing, signage, pavement markings, and other airport infrastructure and amenities.
Coordinates and communicates with fixed-base operators (FBOs), tenants, hangar owners and renters, contractors, the FAA, and the public regarding airport operations, maintenance activities, and access needs.
Monitors airport grounds and facilities for safety, security, and operational concerns; responds appropriately to emergencies, incidents, hazardous conditions, and security issues.
Assists in responding to aircraft incidents and emergencies in accordance with established procedures and applicable regulations.
Maintains accurate records related to inspections, maintenance activities, work orders, equipment usage, materials, and regulatory compliance; prepares reports and documentation as needed by management, clients, and compliance agencies.
Assists with compliance activities related to applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including the City’s Stormwater Pollution Prevention Program (SWPPP) and other environmental and safety requirements.
Provides courteous and professional customer service to tenants, contractors, airport users, and the public; provides information and escorts visitors as needed.
Performs routine custodial and janitorial duties to maintain airport facilities in a clean, safe, and presentable condition.
Maintains knowledge of applicable aviation regulations, airport safety procedures, and operational best practices.
Must be available for regular standby assignments (be ready to respond/arrive to calls for service within 30 minutes) and work emergency overtime as required and in accordance with existing Memorandum of Understanding.
Must be available to work weekend shifts as needed and may be assigned to regular or rotating weekend shifts.