What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tradesworker, Airfield - RSW Airport position at Lee County Port Authority?
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Come join the team at the Lee County Port Authority!
- Generous Benefits: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with 12 paid holidays annually and a robust benefits package, including a minimum of 208 hours of paid time off annually with medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
- Comprehensive Retirement Planning: Choose from two FRS retirement options: a pension or an investment retirement account.
- Diverse Skill Development: Gain valuable experience and training on a variety of equipment, expanding your skill set.
The Position
The Lee County Port Authority is seeking a skilled and highly motivated individual to join our electrical and mechanical technician team, where you will enjoy a positive and supportive work environment in a challenging and rewarding career in the aviation industry. This role involves maintaining and repairing critical electrical and mechanical equipment in a fast-paced airport environment. You should be able to troubleshoot, problem solve and work with state-of-the-art equipment. We provide all the necessary tools to support your work, have a safety shoe reimbursement program and a uniform program, including optional laundry service, so you can focus on your tasks.
Key Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot, inspect, and perform preventive maintenance of electrical and mechanical equipment (airfield lighting system, emergency generator systems, fuel adjustment, security fencing, parking lots, and roadway lighting)
- Install and repair electrical and building systems (energy management; parts and components calibration; electrical and pneumatic/hydraulic systems; concrete and asphalt pavements; and, structure repair)
- Maintain industrial air handlers, pumps, and HVAC systems
- Perform basic and finish carpentry to include cabinets, shelving, and paneling
- Plumbing repair (fixture, septic/sewer lines, water sources, and lift stations)
- Tile, plaster, cement, masonry work, caulking, and painting, including renovation and flooring
- Safety compliance
Minimum Requirements
- Must be able to communicate and follow written and oral instructions in English
- A high school diploma/GED is required
- One year of experience as an industrial maintenance technician, HVAC mechanic, or electrician is required.
- A Florida Driver's License is required
- Intermediate temporary traffic control (TTC) is required within one year of employment; advanced TTC is preferred.
- A valid certificate of competency for Lee County or the State of Florida, a journeyman in one of the major building maintenance trades, and/or an EPA Universal Refrigerant License is preferred.
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.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.20 - $23.04 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $23
