AIRPORT MAINTENANCE WORKER

County-of-Los-Angeles; California (MO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Angeles County's Department of Public Works is conducting an examination for the Airport Maintenance Worker title. The job involves performing a range of maintenance and repair tasks across airport facilities, using carpentry, electrical, plumbing and painting skills, and operating heavy equipment as needed.

Applicants must have two years of experience in airport facilities maintenance, hold a Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR certificate, and possess a valid California Class C driver

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in the maintenance and repair of airport facilities and equipment involving a variety of minor carpentry, electrical, masonry, mechanical, painting and plumbing work.
• A Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR Certificate is required.
• A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential function.
• Physical Class 4 - Arduous: frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, bending, twisting, or working above ground on irregular surfaces.
• Applicants must provide a copy of a valid standard first aid and CPR certification within five days from the last day of filing the application.

Responsibilities

• Uses stationary and hand power tools to perform construction and repair work across airport facilities.
• Operates and maintains power equipment such as tow-graders, skip loaders, tractors, tandem rollers, stake-bed trucks, crash cranes, and power hoists.
• Makes additions, alterations, and repairs to airport buildings; may construct small portable or permanent structures.
• Performs fence installation, runway lighting installation and repairs, drainage construction and repair, and demolition or relocation of airport facilities.
• Mixes, places, and finishes cement and asphaltic concrete for runways, taxiways, and other airport surfaces.
• Performs minor repairs and replacements to airport utilities including water, sewer, and electrical systems.
• Acts as a lead worker overseeing Airport Service Workers, as needed.
• Operates and maintains crash rescue vehicles and firefighting equipment during emergencies, as needed.
• Provides first aid and notifies proper authorities in the event of an aircraft accident.
• Performs the duties of an Airport Service Worker, as needed.

Job description

EXAM NUMBER

C6077B

FILING PERIOD

We will be accepting online applications from Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) until Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 5:00 PM (PT). All applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, to be accepted.

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT

We welcome applications from anyone.

Why work for us?

With almost than 10 million residents, Los Angeles County has the largest population of any county in the nation! As the largest employer in Southern California, with more than 39 diverse departments and over 2,100 different job descriptions, the County offers a lifetime of opportunities and careers. We are Los Angeles County, Department of Public Works, the largest municipal public works agency in the nation. With more than 4,000 employees, the Department of Public Works offers over 500 different types of career opportunities that promote professional and personal growth as well as a rewarding and exciting work environment!

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OUT-OF-CLASS EXPERIENCE WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION.

If you performed work that differs from the duties described in your class specification and you believe qualifies you for this opportunity, please describe the out-of-class duties in detail in the Work Experience and Supplemental Questions sections of your application.

NO WITHHOLDS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS EXAMINATION.

An Airport Maintenance Worker is responsible for performing a combination of the following essential job functions:

• Uses stationary and hand power tools to perform construction and repair work involving mechanical, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, welding, and painting skills across all airport facilities.
• Operates and maintains power equipment such as tow-graders, skip loaders, tractors, tandem rollers, stake-bed trucks, crash cranes, and power hoists.
• Makes additions, alterations, and repairs to airport buildings; may construct small portable or permanent structures.
• Performs fence installation, runway lighting installation and repairs, drainage construction and repair, and demolition or relocation of airport facilities.
• Mixes, places, and finishes cement and asphaltic concrete for runways, taxiways, and other airport surfaces.
• Makes minor repairs and replacements to airport utilities including water, sewer, and electrical systems.
• Act as a lead worker overseeing Airport Service Workers, as needed.
• Operates and maintains crash rescue vehicles and firefighting equipment, using related tools during fire and crash rescue emergencies, as needed.
• Provides first aid and notifies proper authorities in the event of an aircraft accident.
• Perform the duties of an Airport Service Worker, as needed.

For more information, please view the classification specification: Airport Maintenance Worker.

REQUIREMENTS TO QUALIFY:

Two years of experience in the maintenance and repair of airport facilities and equipment* involving a variety of minor carpentry, electrical, masonry, mechanical, painting and plumbing work.

CERTIFICATE:

A Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR Certificate is required**.

LICENSE:

A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job related essential function.

PHYSICAL CLASS:

Physical Class 4 - Arduous: This class involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working above ground on irregular surfaces. It includes those positions that occasionally demand extraordinary physical activity such as those in Safety positions.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT INFORMATION:

*Maintenance and repair of airport facilities and equipment is defined as maintaining and repairing airport structures (including hangars and buildings), airport infrastructure (including runways, taxiways, and apron areas), airport facilities (including lighting, signage, and navigational aids), and airport vehicles and equipment.

**Applicants must provide a copy of a valid standard first aid and CPR certification issued by a provider authorized by the American Red Cross or American Heart Association within five (5) calendar days from the last day of filing the application. Certificates will be subject to verification before being appointed.

If you are unable to attach required documents with your application, please e-mail them to [e-mail] within five (5) calendar days from the last day of filing the application. Include your name, exam number, and exam title in the Subject line of your e-mail.

We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.

ENDORSEMENT OF COUNTY QUALIFICATIONS: If you performed work that differs from the duties described in your class specification and believe you qualify for this opportunity, please provide verification via official documentation of additional responsibility bonus, out-of-class bonus, temporary assignment bonus or reclassification study with CEO Classification with your application. If you are unable to attach the supporting documentation, you may e-mail them within five (5) calendar days from the last day of the filing period to [e-mail]. Employees do not need to submit such verification if they hold or have held a position that regularly performs functions in alignment with the requirements.

EXAMINATION CONTENT

This examination will consist of TWO (2) parts:

PART I

A Situational Judgment Test weighted at 55%, assessing:

• Professional/Technical Knowledge of:
  • Airport organization, management, and operations
  • Airport facilities maintenance, inspection, and construction standards
  • Equipment maintenance principles and practices
  • Airport rules, regulations, and guidelines
  • Hazardous materials, First Aid, and CPR
• Safety Orientation
• Problem Solving/Decisiveness
• Customer Service
• Team Leadership
• Work habits and attitudes

* Note: Part I will be administered in-person at Public Works Headquarters - 900 South Fremont Avenue, Alhambra, CA 91803

PART II

An evaluation of Training and Experience, weighted at 45%, assessing:

• Professional/Technical Knowledge of:
  • Airport organization, management, and operations
  • Airport facilities maintenance, inspection and construction standards
  • Heavy and light airport power equipment, parts, and attachments
  • Equipment maintenance principles and practices
  • Airport rules, regulations, and guidelines
  • Blueprints and schematic diagrams
  • Hazardous materials, First Aid, and CPR
• Safety Orientation
• Mechanical Comprehension
• Problem Solving/Decisiveness
• Written Communication
• Using Technology

APPLICANTS MUST MEET THE REQUIREMENTS AND ACHIEVE 70% OR HIGHER ON THE COMBINED SCORE OF PARTS I AND II IN ORDER TO BE PLACED ON THE ELIGIBLE LIST.

TESTING ACCOMMODATION

If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for a testing accommodation.

TRANSFER OF TEST COMPONENTS

If you have taken identical components recently for other exams, your responses may be automatically transferred to this examination. This exam contains test components that might be used on future exams, and your responses could be transferred to that exam.

SCORES CANNOT BE GIVEN OVER THE TELEPHONE.

ELIGIBILITY AND VACANCY INFORMATION

Applicants who passed the assessment(s) are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a period of six (6) months. We will use the list to fill vacancies in the Department of Public Works as they occur.

APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION

We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. mail, fax, or in person are not accepted. This website can also be used to get application status updates.

Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employer's name and address, job title, beginning and ending dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

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SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER

Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.

COMPUTER AND INTERNET ACCESS AT PUBLIC LIBRARIES

For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County.

NO SHARING OF USER ID, E-MAIL, AND PASSWORD

All applicants must file their application using their own user ID and password. Using a family member or friend’s user ID and password may erase a candidate’s original application record.

ANTI-RACISM, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION (ARDI)

The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. We are committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Department Contact Name: Annette Weaver

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