540 - Maintenance Worker I

City of Brownsville•Brownsville, TX

26d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Worker I is responsible for performing maintenance of airfield and airport facilities, including the interior and exterior of the passenger terminal. The employee works according to set procedures under direct supervision and strictly adheres to all applicable state and local laws, regulations, safety rules, departmental policies, and procedures.

Requirements

Must be able to read, interpret and follow work orders, government regulations, in particular, any and all regulations pertaining to Airport Operations and Maintenance.
Possesses the ability to manage time efficiently to accomplish goals and tasks.
Must be customer service oriented, have a customer friendly attitude and professional appearance at all times.
Must maintain professionalism and technical knowledge.
Must be able to work effectively under pressure and stringent schedules and produce accurate and satisfactory results.
Must be capable of working with Management, internal department, other departments and staff to maintain positive image of the division and services.
Must be able to effectively respond to questions from Management, groups of managers, customers, and the public.
Must be able to communicate effectively, in English, at all levels, both orally and in writing.
Safely operates tools and equipment in all types of weather, or conditions.
High school or GED, or sufficient education to read and write with no experience.
Valid Texas Driver’s License.
The City of Brownsville requires all employees to successfully pass a Drug & Alcohol and a physical examination and a Background Check.

Nice To Haves

Six months of work related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains green areas by mowing, weeding, and or trimming vegetation.
Maintains facilities, tools and equipment in a clean and neat appearance.
Maintains airport facilities, buildings and structures following direction from the supervisor and/or manager. This might include, but not limited to, drywall repair, painting, installation of fixtures, pavement hot and cold patches, street signs and pavement markings. It also involves cleaning, washing, moping, sweeping, vacuuming, re-stocking supplies, etc.
Maintains airport grounds (airside and landside) free of trash, debris, and FOD (foreign object damage)
Thoroughly inspects and performs daily equipment and tool inspections; reporting mechanical defects, needed repairs, and damage upon daily inspection.
Complies with all State and local laws; Departmental policies, safety rules, and procedures.
Reports hazardous and dangerous conditions in and around the airport, including incidents/accidents immediately.
Communicates professionally and responsibly.
Is able to work in groups, and is a good team player.
Operates a two-way radio or other communication devices.
Performs other related work as required.

Benefits

Robust retirement plan through the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) City to Employee Matching Ratio 2:1, with eligibility for retirement after 5 years of service at age 60 or 20 years of service at any age.
Medical, dental, and life insurance plans for employees and their families.
Vision coverage for employees enrolled in health insurance through MetLife.
Access to Frontier Clinic at no cost when covered by the City's health plan.
Pet insurance is available as a voluntary benefit.
Deferred compensation plans through Equitable.
Supplemental insurance options from AFLAC and Colonial Life.
10 sick days annually.
15 vacation days annually.
Parental leave concurrent with FMLA for eligible employees.
Longevity pay.
100% tuition assistance up to $5,000 annually.
14 holidays per year.
Two floating holidays.