Airfield Electrician Maintenance Technician

Lehigh Northampton Airport Authority; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Northampton Airport Authority seeks a full-time skilled maintenance technician at Lehigh Valley International Airport in Allentown, PA. The role focuses on airfield lighting, electrical troubleshooting, and compliance with FAA standards, with a requirement for a high school diploma and five years of experience.

Responsibilities include installing and repairing electrical equipment, reading wiring diagrams, performing inspections, and maintaining maintenance records in a safety‑driven

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum five years of maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of Uniform Construction Codes.
• PC skills: Word, Excel, Outlook.
• CDL preferred.
• Ability to pass skill level testing.
• Valid English language skills required.

Responsibilities

• Work on airfield lighting for runways, taxiways, ramps and automatic gates.
• Install, diagnose, service and repair electrical equipment.
• Read and understand wiring diagrams of electrical circuits.
• Conduct regular inspections of all electrical equipment.
• Maintain maintenance records and comply with safety regulations.

Skills

Electrical

Wiring diagrams

Maintenance

Safety compliance

Tools use

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Job Details

• Job Location: Lehigh Valley International Airport - Allentown, PA 18109
• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: High School Diploma / GED
• Travel Percentage: None
• Job Shift: Day Shift
• Job Category: Skilled Labor - Trades

Essential Functions

• Work on airfield lighting for runways, taxiways, ramps and automatic gates at all authority owned airports
• Install, diagnose service and repair all electrical equipment.
• Read and understand wiring diagrams of electrical circuits.
• Conduct regular inspection of all electrical equipment.
• Comply with FAA standards and advisory circulars must maintain accurate monthly inspection records for NAV aids, comply with all safety regulations while maintaining a clean working environment.
• Maintain all records of the maintenance and repairs of electrical systems.
• Operate snow and ice removal equipment and apply chemicals and other ice control products.
• Class “A” Maintenance Technicians assist Master Maintenance Technicians within a specific craft/ skill. Class “A” Maintenance Technicians will be expected to perform any and all duties of Maintenance “B”, “C” Technicians, and Custodian when needed.
• Must have an intermediate skill level in at least one additional craft, as designated by the Authority,in painting, carpentry, automotive mechanic, air conditioning, electrical, mill right, diesel mechanic, heating, or heavy equipment operation, within one year of hire.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
• Optional – eligible to work the “on-call” schedule, but must commit to a one- year period

Additional Responsibilities

• Proficient with electrical/mechanical hand tools, power tools and testing devices, multimeters,
• megohm meters, ammeters.
• Possess the National Electrical Code Master license within two (2) years.
• All work to be performed within the work order system.
• Perform routine inspections on all equipment to ensure equipment is in top working order and record inspection and maintenance of equipment according to LNAA guidelines.
• Work independently and perform as a leader to other maintenance personnel in accomplishing necessary tasks as assigned.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QualificationsQualifications

• High School Diploma
• Must pass skill level testing administered by contracted agency.
• Possess knowledge of Uniform Construction Codes.
• Possess the necessary level of knowledge, skills and abilities either through education and/or experience; a minimum of five (5) years of experience.
• PC skills to include Word, Excel, Outlook and other applicable computer programs.
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills.
• CDL License Preferred.

Must-Have Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must possess a working knowledge of safety practices and procedures to perform facility repairs, including light duty carpentry, electrical, and plumbing.
• Must wear provided uniforms (uniforms must be clean and presentable) and personal protective equipment.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license that meets insurance requirements
• Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays when required.
• Successfully pass continual training, security and employment requirements
• Must possess acceptable English language skills to include speaking, reading, writing and comprehension.
• Ability to regularly sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb, balance; stoop, kneel and crouch or crawl.
• Must be able to work in a confined space.
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to type, handle bags, boxes, objects or controls.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds unassisted and occasionally lift up to 99 pounds with assistance.
• Vision abilities include, with or without corrective lenses, close, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Sufficient auditory ability, with or without audiological devices, to decipher telephone/radio communications, interact with the public and others, decipher radio communications, and hear alarms, including vehicle and other warning signals.
• Able to tolerate exposure to noise levels up to 150 decibels at times, hearing protection is provided and optional.
• Able and willing to work in inclement weather, including extreme cold and warm temperatures.