Airport Maintenance Worker

Job Type

Full-time

Description

The Syracuse Regional Airport Authority is seeking applications for a full-time Airport Maintenance Worker in our Airfield Maintenance division, starting at $23.95 per hour, with overtime and night shift differential available. We are seeking hard-working individuals who want to make a difference through their dedication to keeping Syracuse Hancock International Airport safely maintained. Must be able to work any shift due 24 / 7 airport operations.

The work involves responsibility for performing a variety of semi-skilled tasks in connection with the maintenance and repair of all facilities and equipment at a municipal airport. The employee keeps the airport facilities hazard free and its buildings and grounds attractive and in good repair. Work involves the operation of motor equipment of heavy weight, as well as the operation of heavy snow removal equipment. An employee in this class is on call under assigned supervision for emergency and snow removal activities. Does related work as required.

Typical Work Activities

• Assists in performing routine carpentry, painting, plumbing, heating and electrical work.
• Inspects and repairs black top roadways and taxiways, roofs, storm drains, and pumps.
• Does routine grounds keeping such as cutting grass, raking, weeding and trimming shrubbery.
• Washes and paints walls, signs, floors and windows.
• Operates and repairs plows, sweepers, dump trucks, tractors, sanders and other heavy equipment.

Full Performance, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics

Requirements

A) One (1) year of maintenance work, or its part-time equivalent, in one (1) or more of the building or mechanical trades; or,

B) One (1) year of maintenance work, or its part-time equivalent, in property maintenance, landscaping, and / or snow-plowing

Special Necessary Requirement

At time of appointment, possession of a valid Class A or Class B commercial driver's license (CDL) license with appropriate endorsements as required by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles for the class of vehicle being operated; or, a permit to obtain such license.

Within 18 months of appointment, must obtain a valid Class A or Class B commercial driver's license (CDL).

Benefits

You may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments have been made under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer.

For more information on PSLF, please visit www.studentAid.gov / publicservice

To learn more about our organization, visit : www.flysyracuse.com

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should apply online and include 3 professional references.

SRAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to developing a diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the people and region we serve, and encourages people from all backgrounds to apply.

Salary Description

23.95 / hour .60 per hr. for Night Shift

Salary : $24