Director of Field Maintenance
About The Position
Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority is looking for a Director of Field Maintenance to lead the team that keeps our airfield and grounds safe, efficient, and ready for takeoff. This role oversees all maintenance and repair operations across our airside and landside areas-ensuring a world-class experience for millions of travelers each year. At RDU, you'll guide a team that keeps the airport running at full throttle-supporting safety, innovation, and exceptional service. If you're ready to take command and help shape the future of one of the nation's most dynamic airports, your career is cleared for takeoff.
Requirements
- Associate degree in a trades-related area, management, engineering, engineering technology, construction management or related field OR relevant equivalent experience to an Associate's degree
- 6 years of maintenance within a large multi-facility complex, such as an airport, university, or hospital environment.
- 4 years of supervisory experience
- Valid NC Driver's License
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in management, engineering, engineering technology, construction management or related field
- 10 years of maintenance within a large multi-facility complex, such as an airport, university, or hospital environment.
- 7 years of supervisory experience
- Class B Driver's License with Air Brake
- AAAE ACE-Airfield Lighting Maintenance Certification
- NC Contractors License
- ORC for Wastewater
- Professional trade license (electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC)
- Certified Facility Manager
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL encouraged after obtaining position)
- Maintenance and Reliability Management Diploma or similar
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and inspire a high-performing maintenance team that keeps RDU's infrastructure operating at peak performance.
- Oversee inspections, repairs, and upkeep of runways, taxiways, lighting systems, signage, and navigational aids in compliance with FAA standards.
- Develop departmental goals, budgets, and preventive maintenance programs using a CMMS-based system.
- Coordinate projects, vendors, and environmental programs to maintain operational excellence and regulatory compliance.
- Respond to airport emergencies-providing steady leadership 24/7.
- Manage snow and ice operations under RDU's Snow and Ice Control Plan to ensure safe aircraft movement.
Benefits
- Our benefits start on day one, including medical, dental, vision, tuition assistance, employee discounts, and perks like an on-site gym, a dedicated wellness team, and frequent company and team outings. For a full list of benefit offerings, check out the RDU.com Careers Page
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
