NEOGOV · 1 hour ago
Airports Maintenance Technician
Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (Eglin AFB), FL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$21.69/hr - $23.86/hr
2+ years expNEOGOV is seeking an Airports Maintenance Technician to perform a broad range of structural, facility, and grounds maintenance duties at County Airports. The role involves ensuring safe and efficient operations while conducting repairs and maintenance on various airport facilities and equipment.
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Responsibilities
Performs facility maintenance and repairs (i.e., plumbing, electrical, carpentry, masonry) on structures, facilities and equipment
Operates various light equipment and vehicles such as mechanical tools, forklifts, tractors, and parking lot sweepers; performs routine maintenance on assigned equipment and vehicles, i.e., cleaning, changing oil, lubricating, adjusting
Performs maintenance repairs and diagnostic inspections on baggage belt systems, jet bridges, ground power units and pre-conditioned air units
Cleans equipment and tools after use; reports equipment malfunctions and maintenance needs to immediate supervisor; maintains cleanliness and order in storage areas
Performs runway/taxiway maintenance such as striping, marking, and asphalt repairs; maintains airfield lighting and associated equipment
Reads and interprets facility drawings and blueprints; inspects assigned areas for safety and security
Monitors and interprets data from the fuel monitoring system for system maintenance and repairs
Repairs and maintains assigned grounds by carrying-out landscaping duties to include, planting, fertilizing, mowing, weeding, pest control and pruning; repairs and maintains irrigation systems
Troubleshoots facility HVAC’s computerized programming systems; performs minor maintenance on HVAC system such as performing daily checks, adjusting and/or changing pulley belts, adjusts flow valves and changing filters
Performs minor electrical and plumbing repairs, such as replacing light bulbs and ballasts, installing and repairing fixtures and/or other components, and clearing blockages
Conducts aircraft apron, runway and taxiway inspections in accordance with FAA and FDOT guidelines and regulations
Assists law enforcement in the event of building evacuation, to include blocking the roadways, entering and exiting the airport, under the direction of the responding agency’s personnel
Performs repairs on various small engines and electrical motors
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED preferred, supplemented by two (2) years' work experience, preferably in facility maintenance, landscaping, construction or related field; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities
Requires a State of Florida Limited Lawn and Ornamental certificate within one (1) year of hire
Requires a valid driver license
Must be able to obtain and maintain an airport issued Secure Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge
Must be able to effectively operate trucks, light equipment, and a variety of hand held and electrical equipment and tools
Requires the ability to exert 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, or 20 to 50 pounds frequently, or 10 to 20 pounds to constantly lift, carry, push and pull or otherwise move objects
Must be able to ascend/descend ladders, stairs, ramps, and the like
Requires the ability to traverse irregular or uneven terrain frequently and tolerate exposure to outside atmospheric conditions
Must be able to handle, seize, hold, grasp, turn, or otherwise work with hand(s)
Requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time
Requires the ability to communicate effectively in English, including the ability to convey, record and exchange information; requires the ability to give, receive and follow oral and written instructions
Must be able to read and comprehend items such as cleaning agent instructions, warning labels, equipment operation directions, order forms, and other materials related to the job
Requires the ability to apply principles of common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions; to deal with problems involving concrete variables in or from standardized situations; to perform manual labor and machine operations; to make independent judgments in the absence of supervisor; to acquire knowledge of topics related to primary occupation
Must be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide
May require the ability to calculate decimals and percentages
Requires the ability to deal with people beyond receiving instructions
Must be adaptable to performing under stress when confronted with emergencies or tight deadlines
Requires the ability to exercise consistent tact and courtesy when in frequent contact with various professionals, county staff, and the general public
Preferred
Experience with HVAC systems, electrical, and plumbing is preferred
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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