Airfield Maintenance Technician: Runways, Snow & Grounds

Flyknoxville; Alcoa (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Vacation leave

401(a) retirement program

Job summary

METROPOLITAN KNOXVILLE AIRPORT AUTHORITY in Tennessee seeks an Airfield Maintenance Technician to maintain airfields, roads, and facilities. You will perform hands-on tasks with mowers, light and medium equipment, and support safe airport operations.

The ideal candidate has mowing and equipment experience, knowledge of airfield terminology and safety standards, and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions; DOT and FAA guidelines are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; outdoor work.
• 1–3 years of experience in mowing, snow removal, concrete maintenance, or related equipment use.
• Must understand DOT regulations and FAA specs; able to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Mow and landscape maintenance on airport property with various tools.
• Safely operate heavy and light equipment near airfield and public roads.
• Maintain airfield pavement and roads; perform repairs on concrete/asphalt.
• Complete training to ensure safe worksites and compliance with safety rules.
• Remove rubber from runways using chemical application to maintain safety.
• Perform snow removal on airfield and roads with trucks/tractors.
• Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Inspect airfield, gates/fences, and drainage areas regularly.

Skills

Zero-turn mower operation

Basic hand tools

Airfield terminology

ATC communication practices

Workplace safety standards

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

METROPOLITAN KNOXVILLE AIRPORT AUTHORITY in Tennessee seeks an Airfield Maintenance Technician to maintain airfields, roads, and facilities. You will perform hands-on tasks with mowers, light and medium equipment, and support safe airport operations.

The ideal candidate has mowing and equipment experience, knowledge of airfield terminology and safety standards, and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions; DOT and FAA guidelines are preferred.