What are the responsibilities and job description for the AIRPORT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I - TEMPORARY position at Snohomish County?
AIRPORT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I - TEMPORARY
Elevate Your Career and Join Our Dynamic Airport Team!
Do you crave the outdoor rush of manual labor? Are you the maintenance maven or landscaping extraordinaire seeking to level up? Imagine making a real impact in your community while ditching the mundane desk job! Your adventure begins at Paine Field!
We're on the lookout for 6 (six) Airport Maintenance Technician I – Temporary superstars! Beginning as early as May 1, you can dive into six months of high-octane action, where you'll be the unsung hero ensuring Paine Field's buildings, grounds, and landscaping stay in top-notch condition.
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In this ambitious, well-paying entry-level position, you'll embark on a quest to acquire a treasure trove of new skills. Whether you're a rookie ready to conquer the maintenance and construction realm or a seasoned pro seeking steady challenges, this is your golden ticket!
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Brave all elements and landscapes, from the sunny skies to the stormy weather – our candidates are true champions! A valid State of Washington Driver’s License is your entry pass to your new career.
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Perform routine manual labor tasks and operate a variety of light equipment as directed.
- Drives a variety of single axle trucks, forklifts, tractors, mowing and snow clearing equipment.
- Performs routine cleaning, service and maintenance as listed, outlined and/or recommended in dealer/distributor operators manuals on assigned equipment to exclude the machining, sharpening or balancing of blades and/or major overhauls to the equipment itself.
- Picks up and delivers equipment, materials, parts, and supplies as required.
- Performs a variety of routine cleaning tasks on Airport facilities and equipment.
- Sets up facilities for a variety of meetings and events.
- Performs a variety of routine grounds and landscape maintenance tasks such as mowing, edging, trimming, watering, weeding, raking, planting, fertilizing, pesticide/herbicide spraying, and pick and shovel work on Airport landscape areas.
- Performs pavement maintenance such as pavement cutting, routing, and crack sealing, surface coating, and patching.
- Works alongside, coordinating the team efforts of peer group workers, subordinates, temporary workers and work release inmates, under the direct or indirect supervision of the Airport Maintenance Supervisor or his assigned representative.
STATEMENT OF OTHER DUTIES
- May assist Airport Maintenance Technicians as a helper performing menial tasks in support of maintenance projects.
- Performs related duties as required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
A valid State of Washington Driver's License is required for employment.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid First Aid Card and CPR Certification within ninety (90) days of employment is required.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Washington State Traffic Flagging card within ninety (90) days of employment is required.
Candidates for employment may be required to pass a post-offer physical examination prior to being hired. A written and field test also may be required.
Knowledge of:
- the equipment, materials and tools associated with operating light equipment and doing routine maintenance work
- the hazards associated with the work
- safety rules and regulations
- basic first aid and CPR methods and procedures
- standard janitorial equipment, procedures and supplies.
- operate and maintain a variety of light trucks and motorized maintenance equipment as required by the position
- use a variety of hand and power tools skillfully and safely under a variety of work conditions
- perform strenuous physical work
- read, understand and follow safety rules and regulations
- understand and follow oral and written instructions
- establish and maintain effective work relationships with superiors and co-workers
- deal courteously and tactfully with the general public
- use common janitorial equipment and cleaning solutions skillfully and safely
PHYSICAL EFFORT
The work involves a variety of manual labor tasks requiring some strenuous physical effort such as lifting objects weighing in excess of fifty (50) pounds.
SUPERVISION
Employee reports to senior level Airport Maintenance Lead Worker or an Airport Maintenance Supervisor, or their directed representative, as assigned. The work is routine and recurring in nature and may be spot checked to ensure timely completion and compliance with instructions, procedures and standards. Specific instructions are given for unusual or non-routine tasks.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work is performed both indoors and outdoors in all types of weather at airport work sites and throughout the county. Employees may be exposed to a variety of hazards and are exposed to dust, fumes, grease, and inclement weather. Employees are required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary.
EEO policy and ADA notice
Salary : $55,750 - $67,710
