Equipment Operator C1A

Allegheny County Airport Authority•Pittsburgh, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves the operating and maintaining of heavy equipment at the Pittsburgh International Airport and Allegheny County Airport. The role requires operating various types of heavy machinery for tasks such as excavation, road and runway maintenance, material handling, and snow removal. The Equipment Operator C1A will also be responsible for performing preventative maintenance on equipment and adhering to all safety guidelines. This is a 24/7 operation, requiring flexibility in shifts and the ability to work extended hours during emergencies or peak periods.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of experience in the operation of heavy mobile road and off-road construction and maintenance equipment.
Must possess a current, valid Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL).
Knowledge of F.A.A. ground control and radio procedures.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and techniques of safety precautions and injury prevention programs.
Ability to work under adverse climatic conditions for extended hours.
Ability to work independently or as a team member for snow removal or other projects.
Ability to learn airfield and safe driving procedures for independent movement on the airfield.
Knowledge of the operation of heavy construction and maintenance equipment.
Serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of the Authority's Ethics Policy.
Exhibit behavior reflective of the Authority’s Values.
Ability to work all shifts scheduled or assigned in a 24/7 operation.

Responsibilities

Develop or participate in the job safety analysis procedures.
Operate backhoes, front-end loaders and excavators for support of tradesman in excavation and repair of water, sewer, electrical and gas lines.
Operate high pressure water sewer cleaning equipment.
Operate pumps for manhole work.
Operate rubber and paint removal equipment on runways and taxiways.
Operate forklift for all material handling at Field Maintenance, Facilities Maintenance, Airline Services and the Central Storeroom with occasional support for the F.A.A., Air Force and outside contractors.
Operate skid steer and related equipment for all landscape projects.
Hoisting and material handling to support tenants.
Operate paving equipment for any in-house paving projects.
Operate crawler loaders and excavator for landside repairs, drainage projects, building parking lots and opening of emergency roads.
Operate loader for loading and stockpiling all sand, salt and construction material such as slag, stone and pipe.
Excavate and install catch basin and storm sewer pipes.
Operate all snow removal equipment with the exception of trucks with plows for the A.O.A. and landside requirements, including brooms, blowers and loaders with 20’ and 24’ ramp hog blades.
Operate graders and loaders to clear ice and hard packed snow on runways, taxiways, ramps and roadways.
Performs equipment preventative maintenance.
Work safely and abide by all ACAA safety guidelines.
Maintain good working relations with management and co-workers, representing the ACAA in a professional manner at all times.
Perform other related tasks as assigned or required.

Benefits

Two plan options for healthcare coverage from high-quality insurance carriers.
ACAA-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that will help offset the cost of many medical expenses.
Dental plans (included with healthcare coverage) offer an option covering children’s orthodontia.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to help pay for health care and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis.
All eligible full-time ACAA employees participate in the Allegheny County Employees Pension Plan, a defined-benefit plan that vests after 10 years of service.
Deferred Compensation Plan, which allows them to contribute part of their pay on a pre-tax basis into long-term retirement investments.
Robust Employee Assistance Program (including access to free counselling sessions, financial guidance, and care coordination).
Life insurance options.
Wellness program.
Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.