Airfield Grounds Technician – Part-Time, Hands-On

Flyknoxville; Alcoa (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority's McGhee Tyson Airport in Alcoa, TN is hiring a Part-Time Airfield Maintenance Technician. This on-site role keeps runways, taxiways, and roads safe and functional.

You’ll operate trucks and maintenance equipment, perform landscaping, assist with snow removal, and help with basic repairs. A High School diploma is required; experience with maintenance preferred. Pay: $17.00–$17.75 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School diploma (or equivalent) required.
• Experience with equipment, mowing, or maintenance preferred.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather.
• Strong teamwork and safety mindset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain runways, taxiways & airport roads.
• Operate trucks, mowers & maintenance equipment.
• Perform landscaping & mowing.
• Assist with snow & ice removal.
• Complete basic repairs & preventative maintenance.
• Conduct safety inspections around the airfield.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety mindset

Outdoor work

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority's McGhee Tyson Airport in Alcoa, TN is hiring a Part-Time Airfield Maintenance Technician. This on-site role keeps runways, taxiways, and roads safe and functional.

You’ll operate trucks and maintenance equipment, perform landscaping, assist with snow removal, and help with basic repairs. A High School diploma is required; experience with maintenance preferred. Pay: $17.00–$17.75 per hour.