Maintenance Worker - Airport

City of New Braunfels, TX • New Braunfels, TX

24d • $18 - $19 • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Worker supports the City of New Braunfels Airport by performing general labor and maintaining airport grounds, facilities, and infrastructure under close supervision and in accordance with applicable safety regulations and procedures. Duties vary according to assignment and may include operating specialized equipment, cleaning facilities, landscaping, and making or reporting repairs. The position is designated safety and/or security sensitive and may require work immediately before, during, or after an emergency or disaster.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• One year of general maintenance or landscaping experience.
• Valid Texas Driver’s License.
• Knowledge of basic tools and equipment used in facilities and grounds maintenance.
• Knowledge of City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards, and safety precautions.
• Skill in safe and efficient operation and maintenance of tools and equipment according to standard operating and safety procedures.
• Effective communication skills to foster positive relationships with employees, patrons, and the general public.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and irregular hours, including evenings, weekdays, weekends, and holidays on an assigned or scheduled shift.
• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, and bend for extended periods; work outdoors in all weather conditions; work around hazardous equipment and in low- to no-light conditions; sustain physical effort for extended periods; and safely lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 80 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate specialized equipment and perform manual labor to maintain assigned grounds and facilities safely.
• Operate and maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment such as hand tools, commercial mowers, weed eaters, blowers, chain saws, pickup trucks, trailers, utility vehicles, tractors, and skid steer loaders, following safety procedures.
• Clean and maintain City facilities and buildings.
• Assist with planting, watering, mowing, weeding, trimming, and renovating turf and landscaping.
• Repair and maintain buildings, facilities, irrigation systems, and equipment using carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and mechanic skills; report problems requiring additional attention.
• Maintain landscaped grounds and clear trash, brush, weeds, and debris from grounds and facilities.
• Recognize, avoid, and report unsafe acts and conditions, accidents, and injuries.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.
• Work immediately before, during, or after an emergency or disaster when required.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 2:1 match on retirement contribution.
• 16 hours of paid volunteer time off per year.
• Vacation accrual begins at date of hire, up to 120 hours annually in the first year.
• Longevity pay after one full year of employment.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Bilingual pay offered.
• Professional and personal development training available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED