Airport Maintenance Worker
About The Position
The City of Lee’s Summit is a thriving, progressive community situated 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. With an estimated population of over 107,000, Lee’s Summit has all the very best attributes of a small town while enjoying the amenities of a large city. Complemented by a growing business community and superior quality of life, Lee’s Summit has become one of the largest cities in Missouri. Lee’s Summit boasts an award-winning school system and holds national accreditations for its Parks and Recreation, Fire, Police and Public Works services. Lee’s Summit has a strong appreciation for arts, culture and entertainment, making it a vibrant place to live and work. The cultural scene includes public art installations, musical performances, theatre productions and Fourth Friday Art Walks. Recently named America’s Great Neighborhood by the American Planning Association, Lee’s Summit’s historic downtown district provides a unique network of restaurants, boutiques and businesses. Special events such as Oktoberfest and Downtown Days draw visitors from all over the Kansas City metro. Lee’s Summit offers countless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. With 30 parks, 92 miles of trails and numerous regional lakes, most residents live within close proximity to a recreational activity. Lee’s Summit continues to receive regional and national recognition for its endless amenities for residents of all ages. Among the notable recognitions, the city received gold certification as a Community for all Ages and was designated a Walk Friendly Community and Bicycle Friendly Community. This position performs intermediate technical work in maintenance and minor construction of the airport grounds, buildings, vehicles and equipment. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Airport Manager.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED
- Experience in maintenance and repairs or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Valid state driver’s license and acceptable driving record required
- Knowledge of and experience in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding and pavement maintenance
- Ability to learn specialized aviation terminology, procedures, and practices
- Ability to maintain confidential information
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and the public
- Must possess exceptional customer service skills
Nice To Haves
- Applicable Vocational or Associate’s degree preferred
- Valid CDL license preferred or ability to obtain within 6 months
- Certified Public Operator license to apply pesticide and herbicides preferred
Responsibilities
- Perform intermediate technical work in maintenance and minor construction of the airport grounds, buildings, vehicles and equipment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
