Maintenance Technician/Airport

JOB TITLE: MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

AIRPORT DIVISION

MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT

GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

Under general supervision, performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of Parish airport. Work involves maintaining airport infrastructure, facilities, and grounds. Reports to the Operations and Maintenance Supervisor.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs daily airport security responsibilities.

Locks gates and doors.

Performs equipment checks.

Performs airfield inspections.

Maintains Airport buildings.

Performs cleaning activities including but not limited to transferring waste materials for disposal.

Maintains general knowledge of heating ventilation and air conditioning systems.

Performs medium heavy work.

Monitors ATC and emergency service frequencies so that the Airport Manager or his designated representative can be notified in the event of an Airport emergency.

Performs necessary inspections; checks to secure landside facilities.

Performs manual labor for extended periods of time in adverse weather.

Receives and/or reviews various records and reports including advisory circular and equipment manuals.

Refers to advisory circular, equipment manuals, policy and procedure manuals, codes / laws / regulations, publications and reference texts, etc.

Operates a variety of vehicles, equipment, and machinery such as tractor, bush hog, backhoe, dump truck, sweeper, vac truck, forklift, etc.

Uses a variety of tools such as hand tools, mechanic tools, etc.; and a variety of supplies such as poison for grass, cleaning supplies, chemicals for seaway, etc.

Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as Operations and Maintenance Supervisor, Airport Board, Air Logistics, Pelican Aviation, Aver Exteriors, and the general public.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs other related work as required.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by two to three years of experience in the electrical or HVAC trades or related field; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities. Must have a valid Louisiana driver’s license.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED

TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Physical Requirements: Must be physically able to operate a variety of equipment including mechanics tools, carpenters tools, electrical tools, plumbing tools, etc. Must be able to operate a motor vehicle. Must be able to exert up to 150 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 75 pounds of force frequently, and/or 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Must be able to climb, reach, crawl, bend, stoop, etc. in the performance of job duties. Physical demand requirements are those for Medium Work to Heavy Work.

Data Conception: Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural or compositional characteristics (whether similar or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things.

Interpersonal Communication: Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes receiving instructions, assignments, and/or directions from supervisor.

Language Ability: Requires the ability to read a variety of records, work orders, technical diagrams, etc. Requires the ability to prepare work orders, records, reports, etc. using prescribed formats and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style. Requires the ability to speak to people with poise, voice control, and confidence.

Intelligence: Requires the ability to apply rational systems to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.

Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in Standard English and electrical, mechanical, and engineering terminology.

Numerical Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; to add and subtract; to multiply and divide; and to utilize decimals and percentages.

Form/Spatial Aptitude: Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape.

Motor Coordination: Requires the to ability to coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately in using power and hand tools.

Manual Dexterity: Requires the ability to handle a variety of items such as power and hand tools. Must have good eye/hand/foot coordination.

Color Discrimination and Visual Acuity: Requires the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color; requires the visual acuity to determine depth perception, night vision, peripheral vision, inspection for small parts; preparing and analyzing written or computer data, etc.

Interpersonal Temperament: Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal levels of stress.

Physical Communication: Requires the ability to talk and hear: (Talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words. Hearing: perceiving nature of sounds by ear.)

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Knowledge of Job: Has thorough knowledge of the methods, procedures, and policies of the Maintenance Department of the Airport Division as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Maintenance Technician. Has thorough knowledge of the laws, ordinances, standards, and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Has knowledge of the procedures, materials, and equipment related to carpentry, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical trades. Has knowledge of the operating characteristics of assigned equipment. Has knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trades involved in the work. Has knowledge of the maintenance requirements of assigned equipment. Is skilled in the use and care of a variety of hand and power tools necessary to perform plumbing, masonry, carpentry, mechanical, and electrical work. Is able to understand work specifications. Is able to operate the more common types of machine shop equipment. Is able to perform heavy work carrying building materials as required by work assignments. Is able to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision. Is able to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency. Is able to perform required mathematical calculations with accuracy. Is able to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

Quality of Work: Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high quality communication and interacts with all Parish departments and divisions, co‑ workers and the general public.

Quantity of Work: Maintains effective and efficient output of all duties and responsibilities as described under "Specific Duties and Responsibilities."

Dependability: Assumes responsibility for doing assigned work and meeting deadlines. Completes assigned work on or before deadlines in accordance with directives, Parish policy, standards and prescribed procedures. Accepts accountability for meeting assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas.

Attendance: Attends work regularly and adheres to Parish policies and procedures regarding absences and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and time‑ off requests.

Initiative and Enthusiasm: Maintains an enthusiastic, self‑reliant and self‑starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to anticipate work to be done and initiates proper and acceptable direction for completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction.

Judgment: Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies problems or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to problems or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advice and researches problems, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment.

Cooperation: Accepts supervisory instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences are justified, i.e., poor communications, variance with Parish policy or procedures, etc. Offers suggestions and recommendations to encourage and improve cooperation between all staff persons and departments within the Parish.

Relationships with Others: Shares knowledge with supervisors and staff for mutual benefit. Contributes to maintaining high morale among employees. Develops and maintains cooperative and courteous relationships inter- and intra-departmentally, and with external entities with whom the position interacts. Tactfully and effectively handles requests, suggestions and complaints in order to establish and maintain good will. Emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive image.

Coordination of Work: Organizes daily work routine. Establishes priorities for the completion of work in accordance with sound time‑management methodology. Avoids duplication of effort. Estimates expected time of completion of elements of work and establishes a personal schedule accordingly. Attends meetings, planning sessions and discussions on time. Implements work activity in accordance with priorities and estimated schedules. Maintains a calendar for meetings, deadlines and events.

Safety and Housekeeping: Adheres to all safety and housekeeping standards established by the Parish and various regulatory agencies. Sees that the standards are not violated. Maintains a clean and orderly workplace.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $13.00 - $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13 - $18