Temp Airport Equipment Operator - Snow & Runway Maintenance

Allegheny County Airport Authority; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny County Airport Authority seeks a Temp Equipment Operator in the Pittsburgh area to operate heavy equipment and maintain airport operations. You will work shifts, be available for overtime during the snow season, and perform maintenance and safety tasks as part of a team dedicated to reliable airport service.

The role requires a valid PA CDL and prior experience with heavy construction equipment, with duties spanning snow removal, drilling, paving, and grounds work across multiple

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of experience in operating heavy mobile road and off road construction and maintenance equipment.
• Must possess a current, valid Pennsylvania Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL).

Responsibilities

• Develop or participate in the job safety analysis procedures.
• Operate backhoes, front-end loaders and excavators for excavation and repair of water, sewer, electrical and gas lines.
• Operate high pressure water sewer cleaning equipment.
• Operate pumps for manhole work.
• Operate rubber and paint removal equipment on runways and taxiways.
• Operate forklift for material handling at Field Maintenance, Facilities Maintenance, Airline Services and the Central Storeroom with occasional support for the FAA, Air Force and outside contractors.
• Operate skid steer and related equipment for all landscape projects.
• Hoisting and material handling to support tenants.
• Operate paving equipment for any in-house paving projects.
• Operate crawler loaders and excavator for landside repairs, drainage projects, building parking lots and opening of emergency roads.
• Operate loader for loading and stockpiling all sand, salt and construction material.
• Excavate and install catch basin and storm sewer pipes.
• Operate all snow removal equipment with the exception of trucks with plows for the A.O.A. and landside requirements, including brooms, blowers and loaders with 20’ and 24’ ramp hog blades.
• Operate graders and loaders to clear ice and hard packed snow on runways, taxiways, ramps and roadways.
• Performs equipment preventative maintenance.
• Work safely and abide by all ACAA safety guidelines.
• Maintain good working relations with management and co-workers, representing the ACAA in a professional manner at all times.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned or required.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Allegheny County Airport Authority seeks a Temp Equipment Operator in the Pittsburgh area to operate heavy equipment and maintain airport operations. You will work shifts, be available for overtime during the snow season, and perform maintenance and safety tasks as part of a team dedicated to reliable airport service.

The role requires a valid PA CDL and prior experience with heavy construction equipment, with duties spanning snow removal, drilling, paving, and grounds work across multiple