Grounds Maintenance Worker I

Norfolk Airport Authority•Norfolk, VA

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Begin a challenging career with the Norfolk Airport Authority, a political subdivision of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Our mission is to connect our community with the world by safely, reliably, and efficiently operating Norfolk International Airport. This position is primarily responsible for performing those duties assigned to the exterior maintenance and repair of the airport's facility and equipment including runways, taxiways, perimeter fencing, grounds, roadways, and parking lots.

Requirements

Knowledge of use of various hand tools.
Ability to perform simple, manual tasks on a continuous basis.
Ability to perform extended walking, standing, climbing, pushing, pulling, bending, shoveling and heavy lifting.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to understand verbal and written instructions.
Ability to pursue training and development activities and strive to continuously build knowledge and skills.
High school graduate or equivalent.
Six months’ work experience in this field.
Possess a valid driver’s license and must meet NAA driving record requirements.
Ability to obtain and maintain eligibility to hold a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge as may be required by assigned job duties and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Perform physical labor required to maintain exterior grounds, grass, pavement, fencing, garages, etc. to include cleaning grounds, emptying trash, mowing grass, raking leaves, mulching, maintaining flower beds, trimming hedges and trees, blowing and edging, tree removal, repairing potholes and storm drains.
Keep drains and catch basins clear.
Pressure wash, wax and polish signs, terminal buildings, sidewalks and parking booths.
Touch up road markings on roadways and parking lots and possibly runways and taxiways.
Move office furniture, planters, etc. as directed.
Plant trees and shrubs.
Operate all equipment and tools safely and properly, as directed.
Observes safety and security procedures, uses equipment and materials properly and reports potentially unsafe conditions.
Perform snow removal duties to include shoveling, spreading sand, operate snow removal equipment and clear snow from runways and taxiways.
Performs all other duties as assigned and directed.
Administer and adhere to all Authority policies and guidelines.