Airfield Maintenance Worker ($500 Hiring Incentive)

Albuquerque International Sunport; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Albuquerque is hiring an Airfield Maintenance Worker in Albuquerque, NM. The role involves maintaining airport equipment, performing snow removal on runways and taxiways, and supporting pavement maintenance tasks.

A safety sensitive position, it requires CDL and compliance with TSA rules. The department seeks candidates with a high school diploma or GED and 2 years of related experience in construction, paving, or grounds maintenance, plus the ability to operate a range of heavy

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; plus two years of related experience in construction, paving, facilities or grounds maintenance.
• Two years of related experience in maintenance roles as described.
• Applicants must have valid CDL Class A or B license and COP eligibility considered.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor maintenance and repair of airport equipment and facilities; assist with complex mechanical repairs.
• Operate trucks, rollers, tractors, buses, backhoes and other airport equipment; inspect and report repair needs.
• Maintain runways and surrounding areas; excavate, move materials, and use pavement maintenance tools safely.

Skills

Snow removal

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years experience in construction/paving/facilities or grounds maintenance

Tools

CDL Class A/B

Job description

Airfield Maintenance Worker ($500 Hiring Incentive)

Salary: $38,521.60 - $40,664.00 Annually

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 2700035

Department: Aviation

Division: AV-Airfield Maint

Opening Date: 07/13/2026

Closing Date: 8/18/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Bargaining Unit: BL

Position Summary

Participate in the maintenance and repair of airport equipment and surrounding property and facilities; perform snow removal from airfield runways, taxiways and terminal areas; operate pavement maintenance equipment to repair airfield surfaces and perform a variety of maintenance tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Essential Functions

• Perform minor maintenance and repair of airport equipment and surrounding property and facilities; perform mechanical repairs; assist technical staff and electricians with the repair of complex airport mechanical systems as required.
• Operate trucks, rollers, tractors, buses, backhoes, dump trucks and other airport equipment and vehicles; inspect equipment and vehicles for repair and maintenance needs; report findings to the mechanics shop.
• Operate mechanical scrubbers to clean-up oil and fuel spills.
• Maintain runways and related areas; excavate or move materials, dig trenches, clean ditches and maintain a variety of pavement maintenance equipment including crack saws, pavement routers, crack sealing machine and melters in a safe and effective manner; scoop, shovel, load, dig, blade and roll asphalt.
• Maintain airport runways and taxiways; control rain caused erosion around runways and taxiways to ensure runway stability.
• Perform construction tasks; construct forms and pour concrete; construct airport fences; build signs.
• Mow landscaped areas and medians around runways, taxiways and roads; maintain and repair mowing equipment.
• Perform snow removal using snow plows, snow brooms, snow blowers and sand spreaders.
• Drive street sweepers on runways, taxiways and in front of terminals to remove sand, dirt and trash.
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures; maintain effective communications with communications tower.

Supplemental Functions

• Perform building custodial, maintenance and repair functions as required.
• Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
• Respond to airfield emergencies as requested.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

High school diploma or GED; and Two (2) years of experience in any combination of the following areas:

• construction
• paving
• facilities or grounds maintenance

Additional Requirements

Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class A or B.

Possession of a valid City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.

Must be able to successfully qualify for and maintain a Sunport Access Control Card as determined by the criteria set forth by the policies and guidelines of the Aviation Department and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

Successful completion of a security background check conducted by U.S. Customs & Border Protection, if applicable.

Working Conditions

Environment

Airfield environment; work around construction equipment and aircraft; exposure to noise, and inclement weather conditions.

Physical

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for heavy, moderate or light lifting; walking standing or sitting for prolonged periods; and operating motorized equipment and vehicles.

Total Rewards

• Paid holidays? Check
• Paid parental leave? Check
• Paid birthdays off? Check
• Vacation and sick leave starting Day 1? Check and check
• Our people matter and we prioritize physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. With resources such as onsite and mobile medical clinics, an employee assistance program that encourages work-life balance, and tuition assistance and professional development pathways, the City is committed to equipping our employees with tools to better their lives and grow their careers while serving their community.
• Total Rewards — City of Albuquerque
• Fire Department
• Albuquerque Police Department

Employer

City of Albuquerque

Address: 400 Marquette N.W., Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103

Phone: [phone]

Website: http://CABQ.GOV