Airport Grounds & Snow Removal Technician

St. Clair County (IL); Mascoutah (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Clair County (IL) seeks an airport grounds maintenance worker to perform grounds upkeep, snow removal, and minor repairs around runways, taxiways, roads, and buildings.

You will operate a range of equipment and help keep airport facilities in safe, orderly condition. Requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent, at least 1 year of relevant experience, and the ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and obtain an airport security badge.

Qualifications

• High School or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of work experience utilizing equipment in facility and/or grounds maintenance or construction.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and obtain an airport-issued security ID badge.
• Illinois Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains Airport grounds, including mowing, trimming, filling, clearing, and grading.
• Operates equipment including snow removal equipment, heavy construction equipment, dump trucks, backhoes, and front-end loaders.
• Performs minor repairs on runway and taxiway pavements and maintains pavement joints, seals, and markings.
• Assists in maintenance of airport buildings and equipment, including replacing light bulbs and painting.
• Inspections, maintenance, and repair of grounds, facilities, and equipment.
• Maintains equipment, tools, and work areas in a clean and orderly condition.
• Reports irregularities and abnormal conditions.
• Performs duties in accordance with the Airport's safety rules and operating regulations.
• Must be available to be on-call and respond after hours for weather events and emergencies.

Skills

Independent task execution

Proper handling of equipment

Routine maintenance

Two-way radio communication

Building materials knowledge

Building hardware knowledge

Microsoft Outlook / email basics

Education

High school or equivalent

Tools

CDL (preferred)

Job description

St. Clair County (IL) seeks an airport grounds maintenance worker to perform grounds upkeep, snow removal, and minor repairs around runways, taxiways, roads, and buildings.

You will operate a range of equipment and help keep airport facilities in safe, orderly condition. Requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent, at least 1 year of relevant experience, and the ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and obtain an airport security badge.