JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for maintenance and repair of runways, taxiways, grounds, airfield lighting systems, runway & taxiway markings, pavement surfaces, joint repairs, clearing fence lines, and wildlife management. Maintenance includes but is not limited to mowing, weed eating, grading, filling ruts and the layout and painting of airfield markings by operating a paint striping machine.  Operate equipment such as dump trucks, mowers, diesel-powered tractors with attachments, small tractors, riding mowers and other powered landscaping equipment.  Maintain preventive maintenance records and logs for all airport vehicles and airfield equipment.  Perform bituminous and concrete repairs on runways, taxiways, and aprons. Perform joint seal repairs including sawing, routing and installation of hot-application joint seal material.  Operate power sweepers for cleaning of runways, taxiways, and aprons.  Operate backpack blowers, power washers, vacuums and other equipment including the use of all appropriate safety equipment.  Participate in the installation, maintenance, and repair of runway lighting system and associated controls.

Install, assemble, cut and repair chain-link fence, barbed wire and sliding gate sections, both manual and electric.  Install, repair and replace signage, signposts and other support structures.  On occasion, may be required to conduct inspections of the AOA per the Airport Certification Manual (ACM). Inspections will ensure aprons, runways, taxiways, safety areas and airfield lighting comply with FAA Part 139. Log data and prepare reports ensuring repairs or discrepancies are reported and/or repaired properly.  Regular routine attendance at work is required. Must be willing to work in a shift capacity that may rotate or adjust with little notice including weekends and holidays.  Must be able to meet and maintain Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requirements authorizing unescorted access entry to Security Identification Display Area (SIDA).  Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills 

Knowledge of operations, services and activities of airfield grounds and maintenance programs. Knowledge of materials, methods, practices and equipment used in airfield maintenance, construction and repair activities.  Applicable federal laws, codes, regulations and guidelines pertaining to airfield signs, marking and lighting.  Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in the management of the work.  Familiarity with CFR Part 139, Part 1542, associated Advisory Circulars, and the Airport Certification Manual desired. Ability to identify airfield maintenance needs and report to supervisor for coordinated action. Provide input to supervisor concerning time, work force, equipment, and materials necessary to perform airfield maintenance assignment. 

Assist in the preventive maintenance program for maintenance equipment and vehicles. Ability to operate heavy equipment, lift 50 – 100 pounds and effectively manipulate hand tools. Principles and techniques for patching asphalt and concrete.  Legibly and accurately record information on various report forms. 
Must be able to communicate clearly using a two-way radio system.  Read and understand technical manuals, blueprints, wire diagrams and schematics. Basic electrical/electronic operating principles pertaining to airfield lighting systems. Work with electrical circuits up to 13,800 volts.  Establish and maintain effective working relationship with those contacted in the course of work. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.  Familiarity operating computers and other office equipment such as printers, copiers, and calculators.