Laborer Pittsburgh, PA

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Under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor this position involves heavy physical effort
along with the knowledge of and ability to perform the many manual tasks necessary to maintain and
operate at the Pittsburgh International Airport and Allegheny County Airport.
Here is how the Laborer will help:
Develop or participate in the job safety analysis procedures.
Mix and pour concrete asphalt and hot mix to fill and repair holes in damaged sections of roads
airfield ramps runways taxiways and parking areas.
Use a jackhammer to break pavement.
Paint taxiways runways ramp areas roadways sidewalks curbs and all pavement markings.
Cut grass cut trees with an ax or chain saw perform seeding fertilizing spraying pruning
planting watering weeding mulching and landscape construction.
Empty all trash receptacles outside the building complex litter control of all airport property
cleaning of all work areas sidewalk cleaning - help operators with sand clean-up on ramp and
field.
Remove snow on all sidewalks and steps - assist with the drivers on plow trucks and runway
sanders.
Dig holes and trenches with pick and shovel where dirt may be hard and compact.
Assist the Building Trades by moving all needed materials to and from the worksite assisting as
the ground person when needed providing assistance and removal of trash provide assistance
with demolition assist when pulling wire or cable provide assistance with escort compliance as
needed clean areas and work sites as assigned.
Maintenance of water conveyance systems.
Performs other related work as assigned or directed.
Qualifications
Requirements to apply for role of Laborer are:
High school diploma or GED.
Valid PA Class C Drivers (CDL preferred) License and pass the airfield drivers test within 30
days.
Must provide his/her own personal protective footwear (Safety shoes).
Must adhere to ACAA guidelines set forth by the Department of Maintenance Dress Code and
Personal Protective Equipment Policy.
A pesticide and/or weed applicators license is beneficial.
We also expect that candidates will demonstrate the following knowledge skills and abilities in most
cases:
Extensive working knowledge of FAA Ground Control radio procedures.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and techniques of safety precautions and injury prevention
programs.
Ability to work with a high degree of responsibility and awareness for the safety practices and
standards of a general aviation airport in all tasks assigned to a laborer.
Must abide by all ACAA safety guidelines.
Must be able to wear and use PPE (personal protective equipment) as required.
Able to work in confined spaces.
Serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and
spirit of the Authoritys Ethics Policy.
Dont meet every requirement
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs if they dont meet
every single qualification. As a Smarter Airport we recognize that talent is not always related job history
and skills come from valuable experiences that arent always shown on a resume. If you are excited to
make a positive change for our region but your experience doesnt align perfectly we encourage you to
apply. You may be the right candidate for our organization whether it be this role or another.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand walk use hands to
finger handle or feel objects tools or controls. Reach with hands and arms and talk and hear. The
employee frequently is required to stoop crouch or crawl climb balance and kneel. Considerable ability
to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and
occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Hearing ability must meet the standards
/ levels as required by the Department of Transportation guidelines.
Conditions
While performing the duties of this job the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts
aircraft heavy equipment and vehicles. The employee may be required to work in outside weather
conditions exposed to lights noises fuels and chemicals associated with aircraft and heavy equipment
and to all types of weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is frequently very
loud. Employee may be assigned to additional shifts which encompass a twenty-four hour day seven day
per week operation including holidays. Subject to remain on duty beyond assigned working hours to
provide assistance during emergency situations peak periods or extenuating circumstances.
Medical Examination
Employment is contingent upon the results of a post-offer (initial employment or promotion) physical
examination performed by the Authoritys examining physician.
Drug Testing
Employment is contingent upon the results of a post-offer (initial employment or promotion) drug
screening. Continued employment may be subject to drug and alcohol testing conducted without
advance notice and without individualized suspicion.
Pre-Employment Examination
Must pass a thorough investigation consisting of a criminal history check (including but not limited to the
requirements of CFR 1542.209 and 1542.3) verification of prior employment and performance reference
and credentials checks.
Caring For Our Crew
At ACAA weve got you covered. That applies to how we equip empower and enable our people to do
their jobs. It also applies to our benefits which are broader and more valuable than what many other
employers offer:
We offer two plan options for healthcare coverage from high-quality insurance carriers as well as an
ACAA-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that will help offset the cost of many medical
expenses.
- ACAA employees pay almost $1200 less per year in healthcare payroll contributions than the
average employee in other companies according to market surveys.
- When HRA funding is included the health-plan deductibles paid by ACAA employees are about
$1200 lower on average than the costs paid by employees of other companies.
- ACAA does not require that employees meet a separate deductible for pharmacy expenses before
prescription-drug coverage kicks in.
ACAAs dental plans (included with healthcare coverage) offer an option covering childrens
orthodontia.
Employees also can take advantage of a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to help pay for health care
and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis.
All eligible full-time ACAA employees participate in the Allegheny County Employees Pension Plan a
defined-benefit plan that vests after 10 years of service.
Employees also may participate in a Deferred Compensation Plan which allows them to contribute
part of their pay on a pre-tax basis into long-term retirement investments.
A robust Employee Assistance Program (including access to free counselling sessions financial
guidance and care coordination) life insurance options a wellness program and eligibility for the
Public Service Loan Forgiveness program round out ACAAs exemplary benefits.
About the Allegheny County Airport Authority
The Allegheny County Airport Authority which manages Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) and
Allegheny County Airport (AGC) is committed to transforming Pittsburghs airports to reflect connect and
serve the community inspire the industry and advance the regions role as a world leader.
Pittsburgh International Airport serves nearly 10 million passengers annually to 63 direct routes. PITs CEO
Christina Cassotis has been recognized for numerous leadership 2025 she was named
Pittsburgher of the Year by Pittsburgh Magazine.
PIT recently opened a new modernized pre-security terminal and Terminal Garage designed for and by
the people of the Pittsburgh region. This new airport represents more than a decade of planning
preparation and work from the ACAA team. It serves as the regions front door to the world connecting
the world to Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh to the world.
ACAA is an equal-opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without
regard to race color religion age sex disability and veteran status