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Equipment Operator

BNA updated
Nashville, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 1/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/15/2025

As infrastructure critical to the region’s growth and prosperity, BNA is a vital asset for Middle Tennessee and serves as a gateway to Music City and beyond. According to a recent State of Tennessee study, in 2019 alone, BNA generated more than $9.9 billion in total economic impact. BNA supported more than 76,000 jobs in the region and produced more than $443 million in state, local and federal taxes. BNA receives no local tax dollars. For more information, visit flynashville.com. Follow us on Facebook: @NashvilleInternationalAirport, Twitter: @Fly_Nashville and Instagram: @FlyNashville. Learn more about BNA® Vision, our growth and expansion plan for the airport, at BNAVision.com.

  Hiring Process:

  • Apply online
  • Interview(s)
  • Offer
  • Ten (10) year background check, including criminal history check, motor vehicle check, pre-employment drug screen and breath alcohol test
  • Onboarding

 

 Benefits:  

  • Deferred compensation plans
  • Educational Assistance
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability Insurance
  • Health Screenings
  • Paid Holidays
  • Annual/Bereavement/Military Leave

Accepting Applications until filled.

Starting Salary Range $43,573 - $59,283

Shift: A-shift Flexile hours

Job Summary: The Equipment Operator is responsible for operating gasoline and diesel vehicles and equipment to perform airfield service and construction activities both on and off the airfield.

Essential Job Duties: 

  • Operates vehicles and construction equipment to perform airfield service and construction activities.
  • Provides frontline airport security observation and maintains security of airport perimeter and remote airfield border.
  • Maintains airfield communication with air traffic control tower.
  • Operates equipment safely around other people and possibly in a confined environment.
  • Performs FAA FAR Part 139 training and testing annually, maintaining knowledge of FAA Specifications for the airfield.
  • Responds to airport emergencies and inclement weather incidents during all hours, to include emergency pavement repairs.
  • Performs snow removal to include extended stay at airport during events.
  • Utilizes basic computer skills for training, testing, and GIS data entry.
  • Backs up Airport Operations department during airfield closures by placing barricades and lighted equipment as necessary.
  • Conducts basic maintenance on vehicles and small engines.
  • Preforms minor fence repairs.
  • Performs trash pick-up.
  • Provides escorts on the airfield as needed.
  • Reports airfield security concerns.
  • Provides backup assistance to all other airport maintenance departments as directed.
  • Uses two-way airfield radio equipment to communicate with others.
  • Works occasional off-hour schedule and over-time for nighttime operations.
  • Directs traffic when needed.
  • Maintains Movement Area Driver Status
  • Maintains regular on-time attendance.
  • Follows all safety regulations.
  • Supports MNAA's commitment to its culture and values, including Respect, Integrity, Service and Excellence (RISE).
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics: 

  • Safety and Security: Knowledge of equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote safety and security.
  • Mechanical Systems: Knowledge of techniques and safety practices used in the installation and maintenance of mechanical systems.
  • Receiving Direction: Skill in receiving and following written and oral direction.
  • Equipment Operation: Skill in operating diesel and gas powered equipment used for construction and maintenance.
  • Leadership: Skill in leading, taking charge, and offering opinions and direction.
  • Dependability: Acts reliably and responsibly with others.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secure Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge.

Qualifications: 

Required: 

  • H.S. Diploma or equivalent. 
  • 2-4 years of related experience. 
  • Valid Driver's License.
  • Air Operators Area (AOA) Clearance (within 180 days of hire)
  • Forklift Certification (within 30 days of hire)

 

Preferred:

  • 4-7 years of related experience. 
  • Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) CLASS B

 

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Salary : $43,573 - $59,283

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