Airport Operations & Maintenance Specialist

City of Pittsburg; Pittsburg, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Pittsburg in Pittsburg, KS, is seeking an Airport Attendant to maintain all areas of the municipal airport, including runways, taxiways, lighting, and fuel systems. The role requires alertness to time‑sensitive needs and participation in Emergency Response Call-Back.

Working Tuesday through Saturday with varying hours, the position emphasizes safety, inspections, and public assistance while performing routine maintenance and equipment upkeep for aircraft support functions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years airport operations/maintenance preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Ability to perform physical tasks per job demands.

Responsibilities

• Take payments for fuel sales and track inventory.
• Maintain and inspect runway, taxiways, airfield lighting, signage.
• Assist with maintenance of electrical, lighting, and fuel equipment; maintain facilities and pavement.
• Perform airport safety and security inspections per regulations.
• Perform minor maintenance on vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Refuel airplanes; ground handling of aircraft; assist the public as needed.
• Keep airport pavement free of debris.
• Follow safety policies and report unsafe conditions.

Skills

Radio procedures

Ground maintenance

OSHA regs

Emergency response

Safety awareness

Oral/written comms

PC literacy

Vehicle operation

Public interaction

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

City of Pittsburg in Pittsburg, KS, is seeking an Airport Attendant to maintain all areas of the municipal airport, including runways, taxiways, lighting, and fuel systems. The role requires alertness to time‑sensitive needs and participation in Emergency Response Call-Back.

Working Tuesday through Saturday with varying hours, the position emphasizes safety, inspections, and public assistance while performing routine maintenance and equipment upkeep for aircraft support functions.