Overview
Airfield Maintenance Specialist III (may underfill) – Salt Lake City Department of Airport. This role involves ensuring the day-to-day safe, secure, and efficient operations of the airport, including maintaining landing strips, airfield facilities, perimeters, and operating and maintaining trucks and heavy equipment.
Responsibilities
- Airfield Maintenance Specialist I – Typical Duties : assist by performing skilled level work in maintenance areas including aircraft movement environment, asphalt, pavement and repair, road construction, building demolition, concrete construction and repair; fencing installation and repair as per FAA guidelines; landscaping and grounds-keeping duties; operate heavy equipment and maintain it; operate pavement marking equipment and related systems; perform snow and ice removal operations per FAA guidelines; perform general maintenance duties (garbage removal, sub-drainage, signage, TSA-mandated fence work); coordinate with Airport Tower / Ground Control; follow FAA regulations in the AOA; perform other duties as assigned.
- Airfield Maintenance Specialist II – Typical Duties : perform snow and ice removal with specialized equipment; operate and maintain heavy equipment; operate pavement marking and related systems; perform skilled maintenance across aircraft movement environment, road / sidewalk, and fencing; read blueprints; coordinate with Airport Control; supervise crew maintenance; train co-workers; maintain daily logs; respond to aircraft emergencies; perform general maintenance duties; perform other duties as assigned.
- Airfield Maintenance Specialist III – Typical Duties : function as lead operator for snow and ice removal; operate and maintain heavy equipment and pavement marking systems; perform skilled maintenance across multiple areas; supervise crew maintenance and ensure safety; train co-workers; maintain logs; respond to aircraft emergencies; perform general maintenance duties; perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Airfield Maintenance Specialist I : One year experience operating heavy / light equipment; valid Commercial Driver's License; DOT medical card; knowledge of safety and operation of heavy / light equipment; ability to work varied shifts; ability to pass Post Offer Employment Test; ability to pass criminal history checks for FAA certification; ability to pass random drug screenings.Airfield Maintenance Specialist II : Three years' experience operating heavy / light equipment; CDL and DOT medical card; knowledge of airfield and landside operations; ability to work varied shifts; safety knowledge; ability to supervise crew maintenance; pass checks and certifications; ability to read blueprints.Airfield Maintenance Specialist III : Five years' experience operating heavy / light equipment; CDL and DOT medical card; knowledge of airfield and landside operations, safety rules, and snow / ice removal; ability to supervise crew maintenance; maintain certifications (confined space, temporary traffic control, flagger, forklift); ability to read blueprints; ability to pass criminal history checks and FAA knowledge exams; ability to pass drug screenings.Desired Qualifications
Familiarity with basic computer applications; aviation experience; ability to communicate effectively; possession of additional certifications (e.g., Backflow Technician, non-commercial pesticide applicator, crane operators, CPR, etc.).Career Path
Progression from Airfield Maintenance Specialist I to II to III based on requirements, performance, and supervisory approvals.Note : The descriptions are not exhaustive and requirements may be modified to accommodate disabilities.Working Conditions
Moderately heavy physical activity; exposure to dust, fumes, noise, weather; seasonal and varying job duties; potential safety risks during snow / ice removal and airfield operations.Additional Information
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.Department : Airport. Employment type : Full time. Scheduled Hours : 40.Salt Lake City, UT $66,000.00-$100,000.00
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