Airport Maintenance Technician PT

This is a regular part-time position with a set work schedule of approximately 19 - 23 hours per week as needed, that can include evenings and holidays at times.  This position performs a variety of manual unskilled and skilled tasks in the maintenance and repair of the grounds, buildings, vehicles, and equipment owned by the Kenosha Regional Airport. 

Work is performed under the general direction of the Airport Director and supervision of the Lead Airport Maintenance Technician. Tasks typically follow established procedures, though detailed instructions are provided for unusual or complex assignments. Work is reviewed by inspection and review. The employee in this classification may operate specialized equipment that could require specific skills.

   

• Performs airfield lighting, safety, and security inspections, noting irregularities on daily reports.  
• Operates aviation radio to communicate with Air Traffic Control and pilots when working on the airfield.
• Performs checks, inspections, general cleaning, and janitorial duties of airport owned facilities.
• Performs minor building maintenance and repairs of airport owned facilities.
• Operates equipment associated with summer airport grounds maintenance, such as push and riding mowers, utility vehicles, chain saws, weed trimmers, edgers, and various outdoor hand tools.
• Operates equipment associated with winter airport grounds maintenance, such as walk behind snow blowers, utility vehicles, pickup trucks, tractors, and dump trucks equipped with snow plows or snow blower attachments, along with other various outdoor tools.
• Performs inspections, minor preventative maintenance, and repairs on airport vehicles and equipment. 
• Assists in performing airfield lighting repairs utilizing the established lockout out tagout procedure.
• Responds to and notifies appropriate personnel of emergencies or incidents at the airport. 
• May perform emergency work on short notice regardless of weather conditions.
• May issue Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) on Digital NOTAM Manager website.
• Interacts and works with airport tenants to address concerns.
• Performs other related work as required.

• High school diploma, GED or HSED.

• General facilities and grounds maintenance experience is preferred.

• Experience operating and maintaining grounds maintenance equipment is desirable.

• Any experience in airport operations and/or pilot certification is desirable but not necessary.

• CDL not required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations pertaining to airports and aircraft is desirable.

• It is desirable to have familiarity with the runway and taxiway structure at Kenosha Regional Airport.

• Ability to operate equipment utilized in airport maintenance. 

• Ability to maintain accurate and complete records.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, the general public, and airport tenants.

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. 

• Ability to complete work within specified time limits.

• Ability to handle reasonably necessary stress. 

• Good attendance.

• Ability to work alone and make decisions.

Physical Requirements:

• Task occasionally involves regular, and at times sustained, performance of heavier physical tasks such as walking over rough or uneven surfaces, bending, stooping, working in confined spaces, and lifting or carrying moderately heavy (20-50 pound) items and occasionally very heavy (100 pounds or over) items; or may involve the complex operation of gasoline, electric, or diesel-powered machinery or shop equipment requiring the manipulation of multiple controls, fine adjustments or both; or the sustained operation of such devices.

• Task may involve the continuous operation of hand and power tools and the full range of shop equipment to very exacting tolerances, calling for full coordination of sensory and manipulative ability in order to achieve full production to acceptable standards.

• Task may involve occasional heavy lifting or moving, but the emphasis is placed upon the coordination and manipulation skills.

Environmental Requirements:

• Task requires that work occasionally be performed in adverse environmental conditions.

Sensory Requirements:

• Task requires perception and discrimination in sound, odor, color, depth, texture and visual. 

• Task requires oral communications ability.

Other Requirements:

• Valid Wisconsin driver's license with good driving record.

• Outside of emergencies, the work schedule will be: 

  • Wednesday: 12pm - 4pm (optional work day)

  •  Thursday: 11am - 4pm (scheduled work day)

  • Friday: 11am - 4pm (scheduled work day) 

  • Saturday: 6am - 3pm (scheduled work day)

Applicant's education, training and experience will be analyzed. Written, oral and/or proficiency exams may be given to determine if the applicant has the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities. Appointment will be made in accordance with City policy and the Civil Service Ordinance and Rules and Regulations.

Salary : $18 - $27