Airport Maintenance

Airport Authority of the City of Lincoln Nebraska•Lincoln, NE

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Keep the Lincoln Airport looking its best! This position is primarily responsible for grounds maintenance, landscaping, and mowing, while safely operating and maintaining a variety of equipment, from small handheld tools to large maintenance vehicles, to support the daily operations of the airport and industrial park. Experience operating large equipment is preferred.

Requirements

Ability to thoroughly understand and implement the applicable provisions of FAR PART 139, the Airport Certification Manual, the Airport Rules & Regulations, and the Airport Security Plan.
Knowledge of the principles of construction and maintenance.
Ability to report conditions and describe situations clearly and logically, both orally and in writing.
Work well under pressure to meet project schedules, and be flexible and available to work required overtime upon notice.
Must be able to demonstrate basic knowledge and computer skills.
Considerable knowledge of airport operating hazards and safety precautions.
Must be able to work at heights of 40 feet.
Speak with clarity, and write and read English fluently.
Lift and/or move up to 70lbs. utilizing safe and proper lifting techniques and equipment.
Safely climb in and out of trucks, and up and down stairs and ladders.
Ability to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, stand, and walk.
Specific vision abilities required, such as close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Endure various work environment characteristics to include climatic temperature extremes such as cold, hot, wet, and/or humid conditions; moving mechanical parts/ equipment.
Adherence to standards established in the LAA Employee Handbook, Policy Directives, Airport Rules and Regulations, Standard Operating Procedures, and all other established safety requirements applicable to the position is required.
The employee must be at least 18 years of age.
Successful completion of pre-employment reference check, criminal history check, physical assessment, drug screening, and MVR (motor vehicle report), and other requirements as per Lincoln Airport Authority policy.
The employee must possess, when hired, and maintain while employed, a valid State of Nebraska driver’s license and be insurable under normal rates.
Also, the employee must obtain a CDL license and be airfield certified within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating large equipment is preferred.
Knowledge and ability in basic carpentry, plumbing, and welding are desirable.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled and preventative maintenance checks on the equipment that they operate, such as checking oil levels, inspecting tires, etc., and report malfunctions to the immediate supervisor.
Perform maintenance and replacement work on all building structures and physical property of the Lincoln Airport Authority.
Operate heavy and light equipment and tools safely in connection with the construction, maintenance, and repair of the airfield, industrial park, streets, etc.
Removal of trees, cleaning areas of debris and litter, cutting grass and weeds, sealing pavement cracks, basic repair of machinery, snow removal by mechanical means and by hand, weed spraying, general painting, paint stripping, general labor, and other related to the operations of the airport and industrial park.
Hours will vary during snow removal and emergencies.
Reliable, punctual attendance is a crucial function of the position.
Other duties, tasks, and responsibilities may be assigned at any time.

Benefits

Health Insurance (80% of all plans paid for by the employer for all election levels, for example, employee-only and family coverage)
Dental Insurance (62% of all plans paid for by the employer for all election levels, for example, employee-only and family coverage)
Vision Insurance
Retirement Plan - 414 H with 9% matching contribution (employees are required to contribute 6% and are automatically enrolled)
Deferred Compensation Plan
Short-Term Disability Insurance (100% paid for by the employer)
Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% paid for by the employer)
Flexible Spending Account (Medical and Dependent Care)
Sick Leave (Accrue a total of 96 hours per year)
Vacation (Accrue a total of 80 hours during the first year)
10 Paid Holidays
16 Hours of Personal Leave
$1.25 Shift differential when working between the hours of 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM
Employee Assistance Program
Education Assistance
Wellness Program (Includes earning an additional 3% discount on health and dental insurance and $600 reimbursement on gym memberships or other qualifying wellness items)