Airport Maintenance Worker

Metropolitan Airports Commission•Minneapolis, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Do you want to work for an organization with a purpose? Come work for the Metropolitan Airports Commission! Our award-winning Field Maintenance team is committed to providing exceptional airport experiences, so Minnesota thrives. We are looking to add dedicated team members to keep the runways at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport clear for departure! In the winter months, this team is busy clearing snow from runways, taxi ways, roadways, terminals, and public areas. When the snow is not falling, our Airport Maintenance Workers are busy with groundskeeping, mowing, trash removal, fence installation, concrete, masonry, and asphalt repairs, and other duties that keep the airport looking great! This position performs maintenance duties to FAA standards, which include skilled and semi-skilled level work required to maintain the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport’s airfields, grounds, and roadway maintenance functions. The work may be in close proximity of aircraft operations. Typical work includes snow and ice control on airfield and in public areas such as roadways and terminal areas. Airport Maintenance Workers perform groundskeeping, concrete and asphalt pavement and masonry repairs, truck driving, mowing, weeding, fence installation and repair, garbage removal and general cleanup of the airport. Airport Maintenance Workers are represented by the Minnesota Teamsters Public and Law Enforcement Employees' Union, Local 320. This position requires at least a Class B commercial driver's license. This is a safety-sensitive position which will require a pre-employment drug screen.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Possession of a Class B Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) with airbrake endorsement.
Satisfactory driving record.
Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods including shoveling, carrying, etc.
Ability to lift, carry, push, pull and position up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work outdoors under severe and varying weather conditions for extended periods of time.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Ability to climb in/out of vehicles and equipment.
Ability to pass a criminal history and employment background check.
Ability to pass a physical examination.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a Class A Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) with airbrake endorsement.
Previous field maintenance experience at MSP or another airport.
Two years of work experience operating commercial-rated vehicles, heavy equipment, and/or large agricultural machinery.
Previous work experience in snow removal operations using a variety of snow removal equipment.
Previous work experience in pavement maintenance, including concrete, masonry, and asphalt.
Previous work experience in landscaping or parks maintenance.
Previous work experience with chemical applications related to groundskeeping.
Previous work experience in commercial property maintenance.
Experience in the use of two-way radio equipment.

Responsibilities

Function as an equipment operator performing snow and ice removal using specialized snow removal equipment; i.e., multi-function equipment (MFE), runway snow blowers, runway plows and brooms, ramp push plows, road trucks, tractors, sanders, liquid chemical dispensing vehicles and snow hauling vehicles.
Perform manual snow removal duties.
Perform skilled level work in a variety of groundskeeping duties including landscaping and turf management, grading and rut/depression filling, and application of weed control chemicals.
Plant, remove, and prune trees, shrubs, and flowering plants; install ornamental landscaping fixtures.
Safely operate diesel-powered tractors with mower attachments, small tractors, riding mowers and other powered landscaping equipment.
Perform bituminous/asphalt and concrete repairs on runways, taxiways, aircraft aprons, parking ramps, parking lots, sidewalks, roadways, and other public areas.
Perform joint seal repairs including sawing, routing, and installation of hot-application joint seal material.
Pour concrete for repair of sewers, drains, catch basins and larger concrete repairs.
Perform brick or block work as needed.
Provide traffic control at work sites.
Install, assemble, cut and repair chain-link fence, barbed wire and sliding gate sections, both manual and electric type.
Install, repair and replace signage, signposts and other support structures.
Perform general cleaning of runways, taxiways, aircraft parking aprons, parking lots and structures, and roadways.
Safely operate power sweepers, backpack blowers, power washers, vacuums, and other equipment.
Perform rubbish and trash removal, including manual collection as required.
Empty trash receptacles and transfer debris to dumpsters or disposal sites as directed.
Perform inspections of drainage systems and check operation of storm water control equipment.
Install and replace absorbent collection devices at appropriate locations.
Assist in containing and recovering fuel spills, oil spills, rubber, paint, and other pollutants on airport surfaces or near airport, rivers, lakes, streams and catch basins.
Operate mobile and base-station radio equipment; maintain contact with air traffic control and airport personnel while performing airfield duties according to Federal Aviation Administration regulations and Airport Operations Area movement area procedures.
Operate, listen, and respond to multiple radios and communication devices.
Train co-workers on the safe and proper use of equipment.
Assist trades, contractors, and other personnel as directed.
Assist with equipment maintenance, cleaning, and care.
May assist with parts pick-up and delivery.