Part Time Airport Maintenance Tech

The Airport Operations & Maintenance Technician performs maintenance and custodial duties to ensure airport facilities and equipment are in good repair and in a clean, orderly, and safe condition. This position is trains on aircraft rescue and firefighting equipment and respond in an emergency. Hours of the position are Monday-Friday-3:30am-7:30 am or or Monday/Wednesday 3:30-11 am and Tuesday 3:30-10 am. Applies knowledge of facilities maintenance to inspect and perform routine maintenance on electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, architectural features/finishes, carpentry, grounds, and other systems for the facility and tenants therein. Utilizes heavy equipment operation skills and routine maintenance knowledge to operate and preserve equipment used in maintaining the airport; operates testing and equipment for all snow and ice removal on runways, taxiways, roadways, and sidewalks. Employs knowledge and experience of custodial procedures in a commercial setting to perform custodial duties, including general cleaning, throughout the facility. Exercises expertise in safety control; attends initial and annual certified live fire training to meet federal standards for aircraft rescue and firefighting; responds to and operates airport crash truck and fire extinguishment equipment during Aircraft Rescue emergencies in compliance with federal regulations and in cooperation with other local emergency response organizations. Responds to and operates airport crash truck and fire extinguishment equipment during Aircraft Rescue emergencies in compliance with federal regulations and in cooperation with other local emergency response organizations. Directs learning and compliance abilities to complete federal training requirements for airport operations and maintenance personnel and maintains recurrent training to meet federal requirements. Executes exceptional oral and written communication skills to inform pilots of irregular operations via the Notice to Airman (NOTAM) system. Applies logic and attention to detail to complete various inspections to inspect airfield and runway to ensure federal standards are being met; prepares necessary paperwork to document airport conditions and maintenance. Performs other related duties as required or assigned. High school diploma or equivalent. One (1) year of paid, full-time experience in operating and performing routine maintenance on heavy equipment and/or one (1) year of commercial facility maintenance work. Appointment will be conditional upon successful completion of a background check, including fingerprinting, to obtain and maintain a 49 CFR Part 1542.209 mandated Security Identification Display Area badge for access to airport facilities. Position will be subject to pre-hire, random, and post-accident drug and alcohol testing during the course of employment. This position requires availability for overtime, call-in assignments, and emergency response situations, including inclement weather events, as operational needs dictate. Position will require a pre-employment physical with 50-pound lifting ability, and include testing required to wear Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA). Possess and maintain a valid Wisconsin driver's license and acceptable driving record. Possess, or ability to obtain, and maintain a valid Wisconsin Class B Commercial Driver License without "L" restriction for plowing duties within six (6) months of hire. Certified in, or ability to become certified in Aircraft Rescue and Fire Firefighting (ARFF) within three (3) months of hire and maintain certification thereafter. Experience in airport maintenance and operations. Experience or training in electrical system repairs and heating/cooling system maintenance. Commercial custodial experience.