Airfield Maintenance Technician

City of Amarillo; Vantaa; On-site; EUR 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Amarillo is seeking an Airport Mechanic I to perform entry- and journeyman-level maintenance and troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical systems at Amarillo International Airport. You will operate heavy equipment and work on active runways and taxiways, ensuring safety and reliability of critical airport infrastructure.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, emergency response, HVAC, plumbing and electrical work, plus completing work orders.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be trained and qualified to drive on an active airfield within 60 days and pass recurrent training every 12 months.
• Apprentice level experience in mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Valid Class C driver’s license (Class B preferred).
• Must pass TSA background check and drug/alcohol screening.
• Must complete FEMA N.I.M.S. training within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and perform preventive maintenance and repairs on airport equipment and systems.
• Act as a first responder during airfield emergencies and support recovery efforts.
• Maintain and repair airport mechanical and electrical equipment (pumps, boilers, chillers, motors, switchgear, etc.).
• Survey tenant leased buildings and facilities for needed repairs.
• Troubleshoot electrical and mechanical systems; work on HVAC systems and air handlers.
• Complete plumbing and electrical repairs and maintenance.
• Participate in snow removal operations during winter.
• Complete work orders and PMs; document work performed.
• Perform daily duties including trash removal and cleaning.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading blueprints

Troubleshooting

HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Irrigation

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Critical thinking

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Basic hand and power tools

Job description

City of Amarillo is seeking an Airport Mechanic I to perform entry- and journeyman-level maintenance and troubleshooting of mechanical and electrical systems at Amarillo International Airport. You will operate heavy equipment and work on active runways and taxiways, ensuring safety and reliability of critical airport infrastructure.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, emergency response, HVAC, plumbing and electrical work, plus completing work orders.