Austin Aviation - Airport Facilities Construction Worker

austintexas; Austin (TX); On-site; AUD 78,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is seeking an Airport Facilities Construction Worker to perform complex carpentry, roofing, framing and painting tasks, ensure safety, and train others. The role requires coordinating crews and materials, reading blueprints, and adhering to building codes.

Responsibilities include basic plumbing, scheduling, and data entry in CMMS, with shifts that may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent plus three (3) years of experience in general building or facility construction.
• Experience in the Aviation industry is preferred and may substitute for education up to four (4) years.
• Texas Class C Driver's License or ability to obtain within ninety (90) calendar days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs all phases of construction, maintenance, and repair projects requiring complex work in carpentry, roofing, cabinetry, framing, and painting.
• Trains others in executing repair and construction projects.
• Coordinates activities and ensures availability of personnel, material, and equipment.
• Follows blueprints, specifications, and building codes to meet standards.
• Completes data entry for work-related functions in CMMS.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Carpentry

Time estimation

Safety practices

Team training

Planning and organizing

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CMMS

Job description

About This Position

About Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
Owned by the City of Austin and operated by the Department of Aviation, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport is an economic engine, supplying over 74,000 direct and indirect jobs in the Central Texas region. Now, as we build the airport's largest improvement program in its history, we are redefining the travel experience in one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States. This is an exciting opportunity to join the team behind Journey With AUS, the airport's expansion and development program, where bold ideas, cutting-edge infrastructure, and a shared commitment to excellence are taking flight.

Job Description:

Airport Facilities Construction Worker - Aviation

Purpose:

Under general supervision, this position performs complex, skilled work in the construction, installation, repair, maintenance, and remodeling of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) facilities.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

• Performs all phases of construction, maintenance, and repair projects requiring complex work in carpentry, roofing, cabinetry, framing, and painting. Trains others in executing repair and construction projects.
• Performs basic plumbing installations and repairs.
• Assists in coordinating activities and ensuring availability of personnel, material, and equipment necessary to complete assigned construction projects. Performs various technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Provides input to management concerning time, workforce, equipment, and materials necessary perform AUS maintenance assignment and projects.
• Follows blueprints, specifications, and building codes to ensure assigned construction requests meet specifications and codes.
• Completes data entry for work-related functions in the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• May lead and train others.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
• Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of materials, equipment, and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes.
• Knowledge of proper safety practices, procedure and regulations.
• Skill in following and understanding blueprints.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with City employees and the public.
• Ability to maintain Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requirements authorizing unescorted access entry into Security Identification Display Area (SIDA).
• Ability to safely operate City vehicles, tools, and equipment.
• Ability to estimate time, materials, and costs of repairs.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to work in a shift capacity that may rotate or adjust with little notice including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent, plus three (3) years of experience in general building or facility construction, including one (1) year of which was in the Aviation industry. Experience may substitute for education up to four (4) years.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Texas Class C Operator's License or ability to obtain within ninety (90) calendar days of hire.

Notes to Candidate:

Position Overview: Performs all phases of construction, maintenance, and repair projects requiring complex work in carpentry, roofing, cabinetry, framing, and painting. Trains others in executing repair and construction projects. Performs basic plumbing and Carpentry installations and repairs. A ssists in coordinating activities and ensuring availability of personnel, material, and equipment necessary to complete assigned construction projects. Performs various technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility. Provides input to management concerning time, workforce, equipment, and materials necessary perform AUS maintenance assignment and projects. Follows blueprints, specifications, and building codes to ensure assigned construction requests meet specifications and codes. Completes data entry for work-related functions in the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Assessment:

A skills assessment will be required for this position.

Salary Range :

$26.86 - $32.43

Driver's Requirement:

This position must travel between various locations as part of the regular job duties and the individual will be required to drive a City vehicle. Position will also be required to drive on the AOA.

This position requires a Valid Texas Class C Drive