AIRPORT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I - Range 15 / ENG

Municipality of Anchorage; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Municipality of Anchorage is seeking an airport equipment operator at Merrill Field Airport. The role involves operating light to heavy equipment, performing routine maintenance, and supporting facility projects. You will work under the airport management office and adhere to FAA/OSHA safety standards.

Applicants must have a High School diploma or GED and two years of equipment operation experience. A valid Alaska Class B CDL with tanker endorsement is required, with a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of experience operating equipment such as graders, loaders, snow blowers, runway broom, sweepers, light/medium trucks, and steam cleaners preferred.
• Valid Alaska Class B CDL with tanker endorsement, no airbrake restrictions, and clean driving record at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate light, medium, and heavy airport equipment under airport management direction.
• Perform basic maintenance on airport equipment and assist senior technicians on facility maintenance projects.
• Assist with painting, plumbing, and electrical tasks; support NOTAM procedures and safe flight operations.
• Adhere to FAA and OSHA regulations and MOA safety program; complete background checks and vehicle-related requirements.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety-conscious

Manual labor readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Open to the public, International Union of Operating Engineers Local 302 Union members, and any current Municipal Employee.

This position is represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers and is subject to the provisions of the current agreement between the Municipality of Anchorage and the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 302.

Merrill Field Airport

Monday through Thursday, 6:30am to 4:30pm

800 Merrill Field Drive

To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.

Under administrative direction from the airport management office, operates a variety of light, medium, and heavy equipment. Perform light maintenance on airport equipment. Perform a variety of tasks including manual labor, unskilled, and semi-skilled work, diagnostic and repair of electronic gates and controls. Seasonal snow removal and grounds maintenance. Assists senior level technicians in performing mechanical maintenance on heavy equipment. Performs basic electrical work on lighting systems. Performs light carpentry tasks and assists senior technicians on facility maintenance projects. Duties include painting, plumbing, and electrical tasks. Familiar with airport flight patterns and issuing of Notice to Airmen (NOTAMS). Remove trash and debris on airport surfaces. Other duties as assigned. Expected to adhere to all applicable FAA and OSHA regulations and Municipality of Anchorage's safety program. Other duties as assigned.

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and two years' experience in operating equipment such as graders, front end loaders, snow blowers, runway broom, sweepers, light/medium trucks, and steam cleaners. Physically capable of performing heavy work, often under adverse weather conditions.

All applicants must possess and/or obtain:

• A valid State of Alaska Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with tanker endorsement, no airbrake restrictions, and satisfactory driving record at time of hire. Applicants with a restriction of "L-Vehicles Without Air Brake Systems Only" are not eligible.
• Satisfactory background check which includes criminal, education, and employment history at time of hire.
• A satisfactory drug screening at time of hire.

The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to http://www.uscis.gov/E-verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the candidate's Alaska Driver's License, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected candidate. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines. (Download PDF reader)

All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.

Military Service Interview Preference

Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows the full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization, and shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.

The MOA is an EO and AA Employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.

For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at 907-343-4571.