Airport Service Worker (Airport Department)

City of Detroit•Michigan, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of an airport work crew, or individually to do service and maintenance work related to airport operations, and to operate both light service vehicles and heavy snow removal equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D. (General Education Development)
Valid State of Michigan Driver’s License, preferably but not a Class B designation and Air Brakes endorsement.
Ability to operate and manage Heavy Equipment in a controlled environment.
Must be able to meet physical standards of the duties including the ability to lift at least 50lbs.
Skill in the use of common landscaping and construction tools and equipment.
Ability to comprehend and follow both written and oral instruction.
Ability to use tact in dealing with fellow workers, supervisors, and management.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of experience in work related to airport grounds maintenance.
Two (2) years of experience in landscaping and street construction activities.

Responsibilities

Clears, grades, and levels landscaping.
Removes snow and applies deicing materials to snowy and icy areas both air and landside.
Cuts, trims, rakes, seeds, fertilizes, and waters grass areas and shrubbery both air and land side.
Erects and repairs fences, guard rails, and snow fencing.
Fills cracks and holes on runways and other areas on the airport as designated by superiors.
Loads refuse [trash] and waste materials onto refuse packer [garbage truck] and activate compaction controls.
Cleans and picks up debris and spills or other refuse [trash] on airport premises and thoroughfares [roads].
Operates light service vehicles and heavy snow removal equipment.
Operates two-way radio communication equipment for ATC clearance to operate on movement areas, runway and taxiway crossings, RSA, and report any safety hazards or equipment failures.
Assists mounting or hooking up sand spreaders, brooms, plows, or and other equipment used and/or needed for the operation.
Erects and dismantles bleachers, stands, and other structures, as needed.
Loads and unloads equipment and supplies.
Refuels all equipment when necessary and tracks the usage.
Helps with minor carpentry, plumbing, pipefitting, electrical, and paint work.