Airport Maintenance Worker (Seasonal) - Grade 12

Mandan Fire Department•Mandan, ND

1d•$22

About The Position

This position performs general maintenance work that is noncustodial in nature around and on the Mandan Airport’s airfield, runways, grounds, and equipment.

Requirements

Knowledge of principles, procedures, and equipment involved in maintenance and repair of equipment, grounds, and other related projects.
Ability to create, read, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to perform general maintenance work on airfield, grounds, and buildings.
Ability to operate equipment such as tractor, front loader, snowplow, chemical spreader in a manner consistent with safety principles.
Ability to follow oral and written instruction and communicate effectively verbally.
Ability to perform preventative maintenance on equipment and maintain accurate records and logs.
Ability to deal effectively and courteously with associates and the general public and present an overall professional image for the position.
Ability to perform essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of others.
Skilled in the use and care of tools and equipment necessary to perform facility maintenance and repair tasks.
Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of North Dakota for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Must successfully complete airport training in Wildlife Management, Emergency Plan, Snow and Ice Control, Airport Self Inspection Program, and FAA regulations regarding safety and security.
Readily able to complete NATA Aircraft Refueling Modules and understand the importance of misfuelling prevention.

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of tasks in the operation, repair, and maintenance of airport buildings, grounds, runways, facilities, and equipment.
Mows, trims, cuts weeds or brush, on grounds as required.
Picks up trash, rocks, leaves, limbs, and debris, and loads into trucks for removal.
Operates equipment used in maintenance of the airport including tractor with mowing machine or front loader, snowplow, chemical spreader and any other equipment deemed necessary.
Performs preventative maintenance on airport equipment and grounds, runway, taxiway, and road surfaces.
Conducts maintenance inspections and reports deficiencies.
Operates two-way radio.
Utilizes necessary equipment including hand and power tools to complete airfield and grounds maintenance work.
Loads, unloads, and maneuvers a variety of materials and equipment such as saws, drills, etc.
Drives vehicles and equipment with both standard and automatic transmissions to a variety of worksites.
Reads and applies instructions and labels for product and equipment operation.
Utilizes appropriate safety equipment and procedures.
Maintains simple records, lots, etc. as required.
Maintains equipment and tools through proper care and maintenance.
Performs other duties of a comparable level/type as required.
Backs trailers and mowers on a single pivot with accuracy and control.
Moves aircraft safely using a tug in accordance with established procedures.