Airfield Maintenance

GREAT FALLS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY

2800 TERMINAL DRIVE

GREAT FALLS, MT 59404

AIRFIELD MAINTENANCE

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE: Airfield Maintenance

REPORTS TO: Assistant Director-Operations

DATE: 1-22-2025

PURPOSE: The Airfield Maintenance position is responsible for the operation of maintenance and upkeep of all aspects of the Airport property. This includes the airfield, grounds, buildings, vehicles, streets, and parking lots.

JOB SPECIFICATION:

Skills and knowledge in the following area:

Plumbing

Mechanical

Electrical

Ground site maintenance

Carpentry

Computer

Supervisory Experience a plus

Interpersonal Skills:

Dependable/Reliable

Positive Attitude

Organized

Self-Motivated

Initiative

Analytical

Must have and maintain a valid Montana driver’s license and CDL or ability to get CDL within the first year.

Must be able to successfully meet all security requirements.

Must complete or be able to complete Basic and Advanced Airfield Safety Operations Specialist School (ASOS) after employment.

Physical Requirements:

Balancing/Climbing

Stooping/Kneeling

Walking/Crouching

Sitting/Driving

Pushing/Lifting/Reaching

Talking/Hearing/Feeling/Seeing

Heavy/Very Heavy Work:

• Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally
• Exerting in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently
• Exerting in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
• JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position is responsible for the organization and completion of the following assigned responsibilities. This is a general description of duties and is not an exhaustive list of all assignments. The following include the essential functions of the job.

Responsible for all aspects of building maintenance and cleaning, installation, inspection and repair, which would include being able to do plumbing, electrical work, telephone and computer wiring, carpentry, mechanical, painting, texturing, taping, siding, and roofing in the following areas:

• Sinks, toilets, flushometers, dishwashers, etc.
• Exterior and interior building structure including the roof, walls, bathroom stalls, cupboards, etc.
• Pumps, and motors
• Computer, telephone and electronic wiring and equipment
• Lighting which would include ballast, transformers, and re-lamping
• Emergency lighting, power distribution and power generators
• Structural maintenance
• Remodeling which could include additions or changes to the interior or exterior
• Airfield maintenance which consists of paving, concrete maintenance, repairs, drainage, storm water system maintenance, mowing, safety, weed control, FOD awareness, painting, snow and ice removal/control, daily inspections, conditions reporting, NOTAMS, lighting, and signage in the following areas:
• Runways, Taxiways, Ramps, Aprons

• Safety Areas

Responsible for seasonal groundside maintenance, which includes clean-up of debris, repair of lighting and signage, weed control, snow and ice removal, irrigation, ground equipment maintenance, and lawn and yard upkeep. This includes Airport roadways, walkways, streets, parking lots, and grounds.

Vehicle and equipment maintenance and operations. This will include the maintenance, repair and operations of all types of equipment along with the Airfield Mechanic.

Responsible to supervise and direct a snow crew.

Work in a manor that promotes a safe work environment free from accidents and injuries.

Maintain the highest utmost safety and security in all aspects of the job.

Other duties will be assigned as necessary.

Pay, Benefits and Additional Info :

• Hourly position paying $18 (negotiable depending on experience above and beyond the minimum requirements)
• 40 hours per week
• Excellent Health/Dental/Vision Coverage
• Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Life Insurance after completion of first year of employment
• 15 days of paid vacation per year
• 12 days of paid sick leave per year to care for self and immediate family
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Position hours are generally M-F, 8:00AM to 4:30PM (30-minute lunch break). Snow Season has different hours.
• Position open until filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18