Tradesworker, Terminal

Lee County Port Authority; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Lee County Port Authority is seeking a Tradesworker, Terminal at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) to maintain electrical, mechanical, and facility systems. The role requires a Florida driver’s license, a high school diploma or GED, and at least one year in a related maintenance field, with English communication skills and TSA/SIDA eligibility.

The position focuses on preventive maintenance, repairs, and daily system inspections to ensure safe, reliable airport operations.

Qualifications

• Valid Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire.
• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of experience as an industrial maintenance technician, HVAC mechanic, electrician, or plumber.
• Must be able to communicate in English (written and oral).
• Must pass a criminal background screening, drug test, and TSA/SIDA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, perform preventative maintenance, and inspect electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Repair and maintain plumbing systems, including fixtures and pipes.
• Carpentry tasks such as window/door repair, baseboards, drywall.
• Caulking, painting, plastering, tile work, and masonry as needed.
• Conduct daily inspections, lubrication, and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment.

Skills

Florida driver's license

English proficiency

Maintenance experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is an award-winning, medium-hub commercial service airport that served more than a record-breaking 11.1 million passengers in 2025 and is one of the top 50 airports in the United States for passenger traffic. Fifteen airlines serve RSW with nonstop service to more than 70 markets, including Canada and Germany. The economic impact of the airport is $8.3 billion annually to the Southwest Florida region and more than 60,000 jobs. Page Field (FMY), an FAA-designated reliever airport, provides services to general and business aviation and accommodated more than 160,000 aircraft operations in 2025. Base Operations at Page Field is an award-winning, fixed-based operator and has been recognized for its customer service and facilities.

Terminal Expansion projects are currently underway at RSW to improve the airport travel experience by consolidating the security checkpoints, adding concession space and providing passengers more amenities and options. In addition, a new Concourse E is being constructed with 14 gates, as well as other terminal, landside and airside improvements.

The Position
The anticipated hourly starting rate for the ideal candidate is $19.59

Join the Lee County Port Authority Terminal Maintenance team at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) as a Tradesworker, Terminal, where you'll play a critical role in keeping our vital electrical, mechanical, and facility systems running safely and smoothly.Minimum Qualifications

• A valid Florida driver's license within 30 days of hire
• A high school diploma/General Education Degree (GED)
• One year of experience as an industrial maintenance technician, HVAC mechanic, electrician, or plumber
• Must be able to communicate and follow written and oral instructions in English
• Must successfully pass a criminal background screening, drug test, and meet the requirements to obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge, through the SIDA training process and TSA Security Threat Assessment

Key Responsibilities

• Perform all phases of troubleshooting, preventative maintenance, and inspections of electrical and mechanical equipment
• Repair and maintain general plumbing systems to include fixture repair or replacement, unclogging septic and sewer lines,repair potable water sources and pipe replacement
• General carpentry work to include repairs and installation of windows, doors, baseboards, and drywall
• Perform caulking, painting, plastering, tile work, and masonry as required
• Perform daily inspections, lubrication, and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities
Lee County Port Authority personnel are designated by tier levels and may be called upon to assist with an emergency or unforeseen event at any time. Employees may be called to fulfill duties that are outside their normal scope of work to assist in resuming airport operations and flight activities.

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