Airport Equipment Servicer: Fuel & Heavy Maintenance

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 62,466,000 - 81,205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation benefits

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is seeking an Equipment Servicer for the Mobile Lounge Shop within the Engineering and Maintenance Department at Washington Dulles International Airport. You will perform preventive maintenance, fuel equipment, and assist with heavy equipment servicing in a hands‑on environment.

Requirements include a state Class B CDL with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements, 0–1 year of heavy truck experience, and the ability to operate safely in a critical airport

Qualifications

• Zero to one year of experience in operating medium to heavy‑duty trucks in traffic or work zones.
• Ability to perform a vehicle walk‑around inspection, check fluid levels and safety equipment, and identify discrepancies.
• Rudimentary knowledge of automotive and equipment repairs.
• Skill in using basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to work safely and knowledge of the safety rules, regulations, and procedures needed to do so.
• Ability to speak and write effectively.
• Ability to use a computer, computerized work order system, and time and attendance system.
• Licensed as a Class B Commercial Driver (CDL) with H & N (X) Endorsements (Hazmat & Tanker) by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Operates an Airports Authority tanker truck to refuel Mobile Lounges and Plane‑Mates on the airfield and critical runway snow removal equipment during snow emergencies.
• Drives equipment to fueling station dispenses fuel, and records amount in fuel log.
• Inspects equipment during refueling, identifies repair or maintenance needs and refers repairs.
• Transports excess and unrepairable tires to dump sites to dispose of them.
• Checks fluid levels and adds fluids, as needed.
• Progressively performs more difficult assignments under the lead of a higher‑grade Mechanic.
• Assists Mechanics in lubricating equipment and vehicle components; replacing oil and air filter elements; draining, flushing, and checking fluid levels in braking systems and power steering reservoirs; checking hydraulic fluid reservoirs; and replacing accessories such as rear‑view mirrors and headlight bulbs.
• Checks components such as spark plugs, fan belts, tailpipes, hoses, and similar items.
• Replaces, as needed.
• Refers identified major repairs to higher‑grade mechanics.
• Cleans engines of mobile lounges and other heavy mobile equipment, as instructed.
• Operates a tanker truck or vehicle on and off the airport complex.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy truck operation

Safety awareness

Tool usage

Computer skills

Effective communication

Computer systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is seeking an Equipment Servicer for the Mobile Lounge Shop within the Engineering and Maintenance Department at Washington Dulles International Airport. You will perform preventive maintenance, fuel equipment, and assist with heavy equipment servicing in a hands‑on environment.

Requirements include a state Class B CDL with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements, 0–1 year of heavy truck experience, and the ability to operate safely in a critical airport