Grounds Maintenance Equipment Operator

Raleigh-Durham Airport Authority•Raleigh, NC

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Grounds Maintenance Equipment Operator serves as a skilled pilot on the Airport Authority’s Field Maintenance team, navigating motorized machinery essential for keeping the airfield’s "runways" smooth and safe. Just like a captain ensures a smooth flight, this role involves expertly operating equipment for the construction and maintenance of airstrips, taxiways, access roads, parking lots, and airport grounds. The operator also "runs pre-flight checks," inspecting equipment, performing preventative maintenance, and making "in-flight adjustments"—or repairs—when necessary to ensure all systems stay operational. This is a full-time position with a five-day workweek. Because the airport operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, employees are required to work either Saturday or Sunday as part of their regular schedule. In return, employees enjoy two consecutive days off each week—typically Friday and Saturday or Sunday and Monday. Shift assignments are permanent and do not rotate. Assignments are based on operational needs, as well as the employee's qualifications, experience, and skills. Hiring for multiple shifts: 2nd shift - 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. 3rd shift - 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Compensation Range: Maximum: Based on experience Minimum: $21.40 - plus shift differential

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
2 years of experience in the operation of motorized construction/mowing equipment or 2 years labor experience.
Valid NC Driver’s License
CDL class B License (or ability to obtain within 9 months)

Nice To Haves

Completion of a vocational operator’s program

Responsibilities

Operates and maintains a variety of motorized equipment used in mowing, runway rubber removal, airfield painting, snow removal, waste management, concrete and asphalt repair and other needs as required.
Maintains the grounds and airfield to ensure the grass, paint markings, security fence, runways, taxiways, and roadways are safe for travel, including taking care of debris.
Performs pre-trip inspections of equipment; and reports needs for repair to supervisor.
Assists with setup and teardown for most airport events such as the Plane Pull, Walks for events and Holiday events.
Assists in reading and replacing water meters.
Assists the electricians with changing lights on runway, changing lights on parking deck and repairing gates.