Aviation Grounds & Maintenance Technician

Otsego County; Gaylord (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Otsego County Airport is seeking a skilled maintenance worker to perform a variety of maintenance, mechanical, and janitorial duties across airport and county facilities. Responsibilities include operating snow removal equipment, maintaining lighting, HVAC systems, and a range of vehicles, plus providing pilots with parking, fueling, and hanger services.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, Michigan drivers license, and one year of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and one year of progressively more responsible experience in facilities and grounds maintenance.
• The county may consider an alternative combination of formal education and work experience.
• Possession of a Valid Michigan Vehicle Operators License.
• Working knowledge of building and facility maintenance procedures and safety practices.
• Ability to operate power and hand tools used for repair and maintenance.
• Ability to operate lawn tractors, snowplows and other motorized vehicles.
• Ability to read and follow instructions and manuals.
• Basic written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and exercise good judgment.
• Skill in using office equipment and learning new software programs.
• On-call service on evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Must wear and maintain duty uniform.

Responsibilities

• Operates snow removal equipment to keep runways, taxiways, ramps, roads and parking lots free of snow and ice.
• Maintains airfield lighting and county facilities; changes bulbs, replaces parts, and rewires electrical systems.
• Operates and maintains equipment including tractors, mowing gear, snowplows, fuel trucks, and related devices.
• Monitors heating and cooling units; checks filters, troubleshoots issues, and maintains HVAC components.
• Tests electrical circuits and replaces components like ballasts, motors and pumps.
• Performs carpentry tasks such as drywall work, door frames, walls, and storage units.
• Maintains county vehicles and equipment with tune-ups, oil changes, and diagnostics.
• Performs ground maintenance like mowing, trimming, debris removal and lawn care.
• Provides fuel, hanger services, towing, de-icing and piloting-related services; directs pilots to motels, rentals, and transport.
• Monitors fuel storage and pumping operations and conducts testing per guidelines.
• Cross-trained to perform maintenance duties at all Otsego County facilities and grounds.

Skills

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Michigan Driver's License

Facilities and grounds maintenance

Ability to operate lawn tractors and

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Otsego County Airport is seeking a skilled maintenance worker to perform a variety of maintenance, mechanical, and janitorial duties across airport and county facilities. Responsibilities include operating snow removal equipment, maintaining lighting, HVAC systems, and a range of vehicles, plus providing pilots with parking, fueling, and hanger services.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, Michigan drivers license, and one year of related experience.