Facility Maintenance Operator

Jet Aviation•West Palm Beach, FL

2d•$54,850 - $66,560

About The Position

The Facility Maintenance Operator performs general manual labor, inspections, preventative maintenance, routine maintenance, troubleshooting, parts replacement, and repairs on equipment used at the FBO location. The role supports facility systems and equipment, fuel farm and hazardous waste areas, and works with third-party vendors on major repairs. The position operates in a dynamic, 24-hour-a-day, seven-day-a-week operation and requires flexibility to meet operational, customer, and crew needs. The initial assigned schedule is 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; hours may differ during training, and schedules may change as business needs evolve. This non-exempt position has a stated baseline pay range of $26.37–$32.00 per hour, equivalent to $54,850–$66,560 annually, plus a performance-based bonus of up to 5% of annual salary. The work includes both heavy maintenance environments and upscale customer areas, with exposure to varying weather, vibration, occasional fuel fumes, and noise that can be loud, including during aircraft arrivals and departures. The role requires physical activity such as handling, reaching, standing, walking, climbing, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting. Selected candidates must pass pre-employment requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma, general education degree (GED), or trade school diploma.
Must be over 18 years old.
Valid driver’s license.
At least 2 years of experience maintaining commercial and/or industrial mechanical equipment.
Ability to identify, analyze, and solve maintenance problems.
Ability to read and write in English.
Ability to use Excel, Word, Outlook, Microsoft Teams, and a computer to research information on the internet.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including frequently lifting or moving up to 25 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds above the head.
Willingness and ability to work in all types of weather conditions.
Flexibility to work a changing schedule based on operational needs; the operation runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Nice To Haves

Strong mechanical proficiency and attention to detail.
OSHA or similar safety certifications.
Skill operating a forklift, scissor lift, and aerial boom.
Experience using ride-on floor scrubbers, walk-behind strippers, walk-behind buffers, and pressure washers.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to multitask and prioritize.
Strong project management experience.
Experience in environmental, facilities, or maintenance work.
Familiarity with airport equipment and maintenance.
Pleasant, friendly, and helpful manner when serving customers and colleagues.
Quality-driven approach and passion for excellence as a Jet Aviation Brand Ambassador.
Demonstrated commitment to Jet Aviation values: Trust, Honesty, Alignment, and Transparency.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance and repairs in and around the facility, including overhead doors, hangar doors, exhaust fans, HVAC, emergency exit lighting, floors, and roofs.
Perform routine maintenance and repairs on plumbing, lighting, HVAC, drywall, painting, and irrigation systems.
Record preventative maintenance and repairs using paper forms and applicable Jet FBO systems.
Perform general manual labor, including lifting and moving materials, loading and unloading vehicles, digging, refilling holes, and operating equipment.
Coordinate major repairs with third-party vendors and help source necessary supplies.
Maintain fuel farm and hazardous waste areas, manage hazardous waste disposal, and conduct inspections and maintenance as required by ATA 103: Standards for Jet Fuel Quality Control at Airports.
Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with safety policies, procedures, and practices.
Update or create equipment maintenance manuals and procedures as needed.
Represent Jet Aviation internally and externally with industry groups, regulatory bodies, and the General Dynamics network.
Occasionally travel to other FBO locations to assist with facility maintenance when needed.
Perform other duties as assigned or needed.