Airfield Field Maintenance Technician - Heavy Equipment

Omaha Eppley Airfield; Nebraska; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Omaha Eppley Airfield seeks a Field Maintenance Worker to perform maintenance, repair, and labor tasks at Eppley and Millard airports. The role requires operating heavy equipment, painting, paving, and fuel/power tool use in all weather conditions.

You will collaboratively support multiple departments, often outdoors, with occasional indoor tasks. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, and must obtain a Nebraska or Iowa CDL.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED certificate with ability to read and write.
• Must obtain a Nebraska or Iowa CDL prior to qualification period; random drug/alcohol testing required.
• Physical duties include lifting up to 50 pounds and operating power tools.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy and off-road equipment including snowplows, dump trucks and loaders.
• Repair asphalt, concrete, and perform painting and striping tasks.
• Maintain machinery and perform general building repairs.
• Perform manual labor such as trash pickup and land clearing.
• Provide airport lighting maintenance and radio communications with FAA personnel.
• Escort duties on air operations area and respond to emergencies.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL license

Job description

Omaha Eppley Airfield seeks a Field Maintenance Worker to perform maintenance, repair, and labor tasks at Eppley and Millard airports. The role requires operating heavy equipment, painting, paving, and fuel/power tool use in all weather conditions.

You will collaboratively support multiple departments, often outdoors, with occasional indoor tasks. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, and must obtain a Nebraska or Iowa CDL.