Electrician - Airfield Maintenance

Kenton County AP External•Burlington, KY

About The Position

Responsible for skilled work installing, maintaining, and repairing airfield lighting, signs, and regulators. The role also maintains and repairs street lighting, airport entrance and exit gate electrical systems, and other electrical systems on airport grounds as needed. The position assists with snow removal operations on varying shifts based on operational needs and responds to emergencies on CVG Airport property 24/7. Safety Trainer responsibilities include training airfield maintenance personnel on CDL, safety, and snow removal, and writing training programs and standard operating procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Five years of direct experience.
Journeyman electrician experience installing, repairing, and maintaining major electrical distribution systems, facilities, and equipment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties.
Required Kentucky Journeyman Electrician license.
Obtain and maintain Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) clearance.
FLIR Training.
Confined Space Training.
AAAE Airfield Lighting Certificate or ADB Airfield Lighting Certificate.
Valid Commercial Driver’s License, or ability to acquire a Class A CDL within six months of hire.
Ability to drive on the airfield and airfield ramps.
Knowledge of electrical theory and calculations.
Knowledge of mechanical concepts, including structures, physics, and engine operation.
Knowledge of generators and Automatic Transfer Switches.
Knowledge of equipment and associated conduit and wiring installation.
Knowledge of high voltage, motor, and lighting controls.
Knowledge of OSHA Standards, the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70E, and Airfield and FAA Regulations.
Skill using computer-based technologies, including word processing and spreadsheets.
Skill establishing and maintaining effective, fair, cooperative, collaborative, and respectful relationships with internal and external colleagues, peers, work teams, and workgroups.

Responsibilities

Maintain runway, taxiway, and other special airport lighting and signage systems in accordance with applicable codes, standards, and requirements.
Maintain and repair airfield regulators, runway guard lights, and runway ground weather sensors.
Maintain and repair street lighting.
Maintain and install electrical equipment in buildings as needed.
Maintain and repair security gate operators and emergency generators.
Maintain airfield computer systems.
Perform snow and ice removal.
Assist with emergencies on CVG Airport property 24/7.
As a Safety Trainer, train airfield maintenance personnel on CDL, safety, and snow removal.
Write training programs and standard operating procedures.
Perform other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Benefits

100% employer-paid Health & Wellness Center.
Comprehensive insurance options, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; a $0 premium medical plan option; and no spousal surcharge.
CVG CARES: $2,500 employer-paid childcare subsidy.
Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account.
Retirement plans with employer and employee contributions to the KY Public Pension Authority retirement plan.
KY Deferred Comp 401(k) and 457 options.
Generous paid time off, including 10 holidays a year.
Employee Assistance Program.
Voluntary Wellness Program with opportunities to earn financial incentives and paid time off.
Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
Performance Reward Program with potential to earn up to $2,100 annually.
Onsite fitness facilities.