Airport Maintenance Worker (part time) - Weekends

DeKalb Health; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

DeKalb Health in Fort Wayne is seeking a part-time Airport Maintenance Technician to perform scheduled maintenance on baggage handling systems and related facilities. The role involves clearing jams, maintaining buildings, and assisting with light fixtures and painting tasks.

The candidate should have a high school diploma and at least three years of maintenance experience, with basic computer skills and the ability to work independently. Weekend hours (Sat/Sun 5:00AM–1:00PM) are required.

Qualifications

• Three years maintenance experience required in related field.
• High school or equivalent education is required.
• Basic computer operations including email preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance on baggage handling systems.
• Clear passenger bag jams from conveyer belt system.
• Maintain airport buildings and grounds.
• Replace light bulbs and maintain fixtures.
• Paint interior/exterior structures and perform general maintenance.
• Keep tools and work areas clean and orderly.
• Report irregularities and safety concerns to supervisor.
• Follow airport safety rules and operating procedures.
• Direct and assist other staff as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Conveyor systems

Independent work

Routine maintenance

Equipment operation

Radio communication

Building materials

Education

High School diploma

Job description

• Location 3801 W FERGUSON RD,FORT WAYNE, IN, 46809-3142,United States
• Base Pay $23.09 - $29.50 / Hour
• Job Category Maintenance
• Employee Type Part Time
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

Saturday & Sunday 5:00AM - 1:00PM are REQUIRED

Total of 16-24 hrs / week

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance scheduled duties on baggage handling system
• Clears passenger bag jams from conveyer belt system
• Maintains airport owned buildings and grounds.
• Replaces light bulbs and maintains light fixtures.
• Paints interior and exterior structures and performs general building maintenance.
• Maintains equipment, tools and work areas in a clean and orderly condition.
• Reports irregularities and abnormal conditions at the airport.
• Performs duties in accordance with the airport's safety rules and operating regulations and practices.
• Directs the work of employees assigned to assist and assists employees of equal or higher classification.
• Performs other duties as required.

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of conveyer belt systems is a plus
• Ability to perform assigned tasks independently involving proper use of airport equipment;
• Ability to perform routine maintenance;
• Ability to properly use two-way radio equipment and safely operate equipment on the airfield.
• Knowledge of building material selection and application;
• Knowledge of building hardware and its maintenance;

Requirements

Experience and Education Requirements

High School or equivalent with at least three years of work experience in maintenance (i.e., equipment operation, building maintenance, construction, electrical systems maintenance); requires basic computer operations experience, including email (Microsoft products desirable).

Special Requirements

• Pass a pre-hire drug screen and random alcohol and drug testing.
• Pass federal fingerprint based criminal history background check.

Summary

This position focuses on maintaining the baggage system, clearing conveyor jams, operating equipment, supporting facility upkeep, keeping work areas orderly, reporting issues, and following safety procedures while completing other assigned tasks.

Saturday & Sunday 5:00AM - 1:00PM are REQUIRED