Airfield Marking Technician I (3rd Shift) Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina

Airfield Marking Technician I (3rd Shift) 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 700 East 4th Street, Charlotte, NC 28202

Date Opened:

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 12:00

AM Close Date:

Monday, May 12, 2025 12:00

AM Department:

Aviation Department Function Facilities Maintenance Salary:

$23.00 – $28.54 Commensurate with Experience SUMMARY Operates airfield markings equipment and performs related manual labor with the Field Maintenance Division, maintaining paint and pavement on runways, taxiways, ramp, and other paved areas at Charlotte Douglas International Airport. Primarily operates walk behind paint striper, paint truck, water blaster, and street sweeper. Assists in training peers. Work is performed under strict guidelines such as FAA regulation 14 CFR Part 139, time limitations, and limited supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Repairs and maintains painted and paved areas by operating truck-mounted and walk-behind paint strippers, water blaster, and street sweeper. Assists in rubber removal operations and friction testing. Operates the following, but not limited to, as needed by assignment: flusher truck, backhoe, tractor, bat wing mower, front-end loader, and tandem dump truck. Inspects assigned equipment for readiness and safety. Completes related records and reports. Performs related manual labor. Assists other crews as needed. Participates in snow/inclement weather preparation activities. Operates assigned snow equipment and performs related manual labor during winter/inclement weather. Perform job duties while complying with TSA security requirements. Job duties may require operating vehicles or heavy equipment in/on and around active runway and taxiway environments while following instructions provided by FAA Air Traffic Controllers and following airfield signage, lighting and paint marking instructions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

No minimum level plus three years of experience High School Graduate or Equivalent plus one year of experience CDL-B required within 12 months of employment Preferred Qualifications High School graduation/GED and at least one year experience operating equipment previously mentioned, or if no high school diploma/GED, three years of experience required or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work/industry/military/job specific experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential job duties. Additional experience in airfield paint markings related to FAA 139 Certification and the operation of several pieces of heavy equipment mentioned previously is desirable. Must be familiar with or have the ability to become familiar with the FAA part 139 standard requirements for the airfield environment, TSA airport security requirements, and the FAA part 77 standard requirements. Required Licenses or Certifications Valid driver’s license and ability to qualify for a City driving permit. Ability to acquire MAT endorsement within 6 months. Valid CDL-B with no more than 6 points or the ability to obtain within one year from the date of employment.

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

Knowledge of:

Knowledge of safety precautions and work hazards involved in the operation of equipment. Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations involved in the operation of equipment. Must be able to read and write sufficiently to complete records and reports Knowledge of airfield markings-related work. Knowledge of rubber removal-related work.

Skill in:

Skills to be able to read and write sufficiently to complete records and reports.

Ability to:

Ability to comprehend diagrams and measurements related to work performed. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to communicate in a professional and positive manner with co-workers, airport tenants, and the public.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Works (Sun-Wed 8:00 pm-6:00 am). This position is considered essential and requires the ability to work other shifts and overtime when required by assignment, inclement weather, or urgent/emergency situations. Subject to emergency calls back to work. Certain convictions will disqualify individuals from unescorted access privileges and therefore exclude from employment.

Airfield Maintenance Offers:

Competitive salary and benefits $2,000 sign-on bonus 2.5% premium pay for Airfield Maintenance technicians who possess a CDL 2.5% shift differential for technicians on third shift Employee referral bonus opportunity Career growth opportunities, including pre-paid tuition for an Associate’s Degree through

CPCC CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check. Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports. Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments. The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job. You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby where we have workstations available. Our office is located at 700 East 4th Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202. Our hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (EST), excluding official City holidays. For questions about your application or the hiring process, please email Careers@ci.charlotte.nc.us . The City of Charlotte is committed to making the job application process accessible to all. Upon request, auxiliary aids, written materials in alternate formats, language access, and other reasonable accommodations or modification will be provided. To make a request, please email HRADAAdministration@charlottenc.gov , call 704-962-6168, or visit us in person at 700 4th St., Charlotte, NC 28202 .

BENEFITS

The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to all employees. The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.