Laborer

Allegheny County Airport Authority; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage options

HRA account

Pension plan

Life insurance options

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Allegheny County Airport Authority seeks a Laborer to join the Maintenance team at Pittsburgh International Airport. The role involves heavy physical work and a range of manual tasks to keep runways, taxiways, ramps, and surrounding areas safe and operational.

You will participate in safety analyses, assist with paving, painting, landscaping, snow removal, and material movement, while following FAA procedures and the Authority's PPE policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid PA Class “C” Driver’s License; airfield driver’s test within 30 days.
• Must provide own PPE safety footwear.
• Must adhere to ACAA safety guidelines and PPE policy.
• Pesticide/weed applicator license beneficial.
• Extensive knowledge of FAA Ground Control radio procedures.
• Ability to work with a high degree of responsibility and awareness for safety practices at a general aviation airport.
• Must be able to wear PPE and work in confined spaces.
• Honesty and integrity per the Authority’s Ethics Policy.

Responsibilities

• Develop or participate in job safety analyses.
• Mix and pour concrete, asphalt and hot mix to fill and repair holes in damaged sections of roads, airfield ramps, runways, taxiways and parking areas.
• Operate a jackhammer to break pavement.
• Paint taxiways, runways, ramp areas, roadways, sidewalks, curbs, and all pavement markings.
• Landscape tasks including cutting grass, pruning, planting, watering and mulching.
• Maintain cleanliness and trash removal across the airport property and ramps.
• Assist with snow removal and sand distribution on ramps and runways.
• Move materials and assist trades as needed, including demolition support and wiring pulls.
• Maintain water conveyance systems.
• Perform other related work as assigned.

Skills

Ground Control radio procedures

Safety awareness

PPE usage

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Jackhammer

Concrete equipment

Job description

Let Your Career Take Flight! We're committed to being a global aviation leader driving innovation, regional growth and prosperity by investing in our employees, customers, airlines, and partners Under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, this position involves heavy physical effort along with the knowledge of and ability to perform the many manual tasks necessary to maintain and operate at the Pittsburgh International Airport and Allegheny County Airport.

Here is how the Laborer will help:

• Develop or participate in the job safety analysis procedures.
• Mix and pour concrete, asphalt and hot mix to fill and repair holes in damaged sections of roads, airfield ramps, runways, taxiways and parking areas.
• Use a jackhammer to break pavement.
• Paint taxiways, runways, ramp areas, roadways, sidewalks, curbs, and all pavement markings.
• Cut grass, cut trees with an ax or chain saw, perform seeding, fertilizing, spraying, pruning, planting, watering, weeding, mulching, and landscape construction.
• Empty all trash receptacles outside the building complex, litter control of all airport property, cleaning of all work areas, sidewalk cleaning - help operators with sand clean-up on ramp and field.
• Remove snow on all sidewalks and steps - assist the drivers on plow trucks and runway sanders.
• Dig holes and trenches with pick and shovel where dirt may be hard and compact.
• Assist the Building Trades by moving all needed materials to and from the worksite, assisting as the ground person when needed, providing assistance and removal of trash, provide assistance with demolition , assist when pulling wire or cable, provide assistance with escort compliance as needed, clean areas and work sites as assigned.
• Maintenance of water conveyance systems.
• Performs other related work as assigned or directed.

Qualifications Requirements to apply for role of Laborer are:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid PA Class “C” Driver’s (CDL preferred) License and pass the airfield driver’s test within 30 days.
• Must provide his/her own personal protective footwear (Safety shoes).
• Must adhere to ACAA guidelines set forth by the Department of Maintenance Dress Code and Personal Protective Equipment Policy.
• A pesticide and/or weed applicator’s license is beneficial.
• Extensive working knowledge of FAA Ground Control radio procedures.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and techniques of safety precautions and injury prevention programs.
• Ability to work with a high degree of responsibility and awareness for the safety practices and standards of a general aviation airport in all tasks assigned to a laborer.
• Must abide by all ACAA safety guidelines.
• Must be able to wear and use PPE (personal protective equipment) as required.
• Able to work in confined spaces.
• Serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of the Authority’s Ethics Policy.

Don’t meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification. As a Smarter Airport, we recognize that talent is not always related job history and skills come from valuable experiences that aren’t always shown on a resume. If you are excited to make a positive change for our region, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for our organization, whether it be this role or another.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. Reach with hands and arms and talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stoop, crouch or crawl, climb, balance and kneel. Considerable ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Hearing ability must meet the standards / levels, as required by the Department of Transportation guidelines. Conditions While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts, aircraft, heavy equipment and vehicles. The employee may be required to work in outside weather conditions exposed to lights, noises, fuels and chemicals associated with aircraft and heavy equipment, and to all types of weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is frequently very loud. Employee may be assigned to additional shifts, which encompass a twenty-four hour day, seven day per week operation, including holidays. Subject to remain on duty beyond assigned working hours to provide assistance during emergency situations, peak periods or extenuating circumstances.

Medical ExaminationEmployment

Employment is contingent upon the results of a post-offer (initial employment or promotion) physical examination performed by the Authority’s examining physician.

Drug TestingEmployment

Employment is contingent upon the results of a post-offer (initial employment or promotion) drug screening. Continued employment may be subject to drug and alcohol testing conducted without advance notice and without individualized suspicion.

Pre-Employment Examination

Must pass a thorough investigation, consisting of a criminal history check (including but not limited to the requirements of CFR 1542.209 and 1542.3), verification of prior employment and performance, reference and credentials checks.

Caring For Our Crew

At ACAA, we’ve got you covered. That applies to how we equip, empower, and enable our people to do their jobs. It also applies to our benefits, which are broader and more valuable than what many other employers offer: We offer two plan options for healthcare coverage from high-quality insurance carriers, as well as an ACAA-funded Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) that will help offset the cost of many medical expenses. ACAA employees pay almost $1,200 less per year in healthcare payroll contributions than the average employee in other companies, according to market surveys. When HRA funding is included, the health-plan deductibles paid by ACAA employees are about $1,200 lower on average than the costs paid by employees of other companies. ACAA does not require that employees meet a separate deductible for pharmacy expenses before prescription-drug coverage kicks in. ACAA’s dental plans (included with healthcare coverage) offer an option covering children’s orthodontia. Employees also can take advantage of a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) to help pay for health care and dependent care expenses on a pre-tax basis. All eligible full-time ACAA employees participate in the Allegheny County Employees Pension Plan, a defined-benefit plan that vests after 10 years of service. Employees also may participate in a Deferred Compensation Plan, which allows them to contribute part of their pay on a pre-tax basis into long-term retirement investments. A robust Employee Assistance Program (including access to free counselling sessions, financial guidance, and care coordination), life insurance options, a wellness program, and eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program round out ACAA’s exemplary benefits.

About the Allegheny County Airport Authority

The Allegheny County Airport Authority, which manages Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) and Allegheny County Airport (AGC), is committed to transforming Pittsburgh’s airports to reflect, connect and serve the community, inspire the industry and advance the region’s role as a world leader. Pittsburgh International Airport serves nearly 10 million passengers annually to 63 direct routes. PIT’s CEO Christina Cassotis has been recognized for numerous leadership awards. In 2025, she was named Pittsburgher of the Year by Pittsburgh Magazine. PIT recently opened a new, modernized pre-security terminal and Terminal Garage, designed for and by the people of the Pittsburgh region. This new airport represents more than a decade of planning, preparation and work from the ACAA team. It serves as the region’s front door to the world, connecting the world to Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh to the world. ACAA is an equal-opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, and veteran status. Hard work, innovation and fun. You’ll find all three in our corporate culture where working hard and working smart go hand in hand. We have a number of events, programs and initiatives that enhance our employees’ experiences and provide opportunities for recreation and recognition. Allegheny County Airport Authority (ACAA), which manages Pittsburgh International Airport and Allegheny County Airport, is committed to transforming Pittsburgh’s airports to reflect and serve the community, inspire the industry, and advance the region’s role as a world leader. Pittsburgh International Airport serves more than 9 million passengers annually on 17 carriers.