Airport Maintenance Worker Seasonal

This position is responsible for the operation of highly specialized diesel gasoline hydraulic and pneumatic powered heavy equipment and related heavy addition this position is responsible for performing skilled work in the construction maintenance and repair work of airport buildings taxiways runways roadway system and related facilities.

Union Affiliation: Non-Union
Pay Grade:$25.45 Hourly
Remote Tier 1: Zero (0) days remote/week

• Operate heavy equipment including but not limited to bucket loaders with multi attachments excavator skid steer forklift bulldozers tractors dump trucks sweepers blowers high-speed runway plows vacuum sweeper etc.
• Clean runways taxiways and ramp areas of asphalt chips and debris.
• Repair and maintain airport roads runways and taxiways; patch holes lay asphalt and regrade for proper storage in a manner consistent with VOSHA and City safety standards.
• Operate high-speed airport specific snow removal equipment on runways taxiways and ramps includes but not limited to; spread de-icer and sand.
• Communicates with FAA Air Traffic Control for clearance onto movement areas.
• Maintain signage and pavement markings on roadway system airfield runway and taxiway system and parking garage; line striping work with templates and fabrication of signs.
• Assist airport electricians as needed with airfield lighting system and electrical construction or renovation to airport structures.
• Assist vehicle mechanics with general equipment maintenance as required included but not limited to; airport vehicles heavy equipment welding broom changes plow blade changes.
• Remove rubber from runway surfaces; chemically wash and flush rubber from runway using runway sweepers and tanker trucks
• Perform construction and maintenance duties on ramps including but not limited to operate jackhammers and cut saws to break up damaged pavement mix pour and apply concrete to damaged areas.
• Raise or lower storm drain and service covers; cut and remove pavement locate and reposition as needed.
• Perform various maintenance and repair in terminal building and other facilities on airport property including but not limited to painting sealing carpentry glazing basic plumbing electrical and HVAC repairs and wood working welding etc.
• Perform general airport maintenance work as required including but not limited to fence and gate repairs.
• Empty trash barrels as required on airport property handle and recycle hazardous waste tires and waste sludge as state and federal laws mandate. (hazardous waste including but not limited to cleaners degreasers lubricants runway de-icers and waste sludge that collects in open storm water/sewer lines.)
• Maintain grass areas landslide and on and off airfield including but not limited to mowing along taxiways and runways maintaining landscaping shrubs flowerbeds and plantings around airport grounds and buildings.
• Load and unload vehicles
• Perform related work as required.
• Act as Ambassador for the City carrying out work and interacting with co-workers and the public in a respectful professional manner.
• Carry out work in the field and interact with the public in courteous and respectful manner presenting self and City in a positive manner.
• Position may require the operation of City vehicles and/or personal vehicles in order to conduct City business.

• Other duties as assigned including operation of various types of equipment including but not limited to special duties for other divisions of the department and other City departments on a seasonal or project basis.

• Ability to actively support City diversity equity and cultural competency efforts within stated job responsibilities and work effectively across diverse cultures and constituencies.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity equity and inclusion as evidenced by ongoing trainings and professional development.
• High School diploma or equivalent and two to four years of experience in the construction trades or related skill trades with a background in either carpentry electrical and/or plumbing preferred.
• Previous training and experience in use of related highway and construction equipment is preferred
• Ability to acquire knowledge of Federal Aviation Airport Traffic Control procedures
• Ability to effectively communicate with Air Traffic control and other maintenance vehicle operators while performing other duties.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with others in a team environment.
• Ability to acquire the skill of operating heavy equipment.
• Working knowledge of and skill in using small tools and equipment.
• Employee must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of himself/herself or others
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Vermont State Drivers license.
• Ability to work in inclement weather.
• Must learn and follow VOSHA safety rules and regulations
• Must be a flexible team player that takes direction well is safety conscious customer-oriented and willing and able to learn to operate all equipment and perform all tasks as assigned.
• Ability to maintain professional appearance while engaging in field work by refraining from any use of profanity inappropriate language or inappropriate behavior required.
• Regular attendance is necessary and is essential to meeting the expectations of the job functions.
• Ability to understand and comply with City standards safety rules and personnel policies.
• Ability to obtain a valid drivers license within 45 days of hire and the continued maintenance of a valid drivers license. Operation of a City vehicle or personal vehicle to conduct City business without providing proof of a valid drivers license to Human Resources will not be permitted. A valid drivers license shall be defined as a current state of residence-issued license to operate a motor vehicle on public roadways. Position also requires the ability to be covered under the Citys vehicle insurance policy prior to operation of any City vehicles or non-City vehicles for City business

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