Airport Maintenance Technician

Airport Maintenance Technician I – City of Manhattan, Kansas

Type:
Regular, Non-Exempt

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

Shift/Workdays and

Hours:

Tuesday - Friday, 7:00AM - 5:00PM

Description

Contributes to the overall mission of the Airport Department by maintaining Airport infrastructure, facilities, and grounds. Performance of duties includes building maintenance, pavement maintenance, safety inspections, building security, snow removal, mowing, janitorial, and enforcement of Airport Rules and Regulations.

Essential Functions

• Maintain airfield, airport buildings and facilities, grounds, land, and equipment/vehicles; this includes repairs, preventative maintenance, and horticulture/forestry duties.
• Perform routine inspections of equipment, grounds/lands, vehicles, facilities, buildings and other assigned areas; accomplish repairs and report discrepancies as needed to maintain facilities of the highest quality.
• Perform specialized duties in one or more functional areas: facilities, security, safety, grounds and obstacles, pavement management, airfield lighting, signage and markings, and vehicle and equipment maintenance.
• Operate Airport equipment to remove snow, sweep pavement, landscape Airport property and perform mowing and turf maintenance duties.
• Perform all phases of building maintenance (including walkways leading to buildings) to maintain efficient operation and provide clean Airport buildings.
• Perform horticulture & forestry duties: tree cutting/removal, landscaping, irrigation, chemical mixing, wildlife control.
• Maintain a daily log of work completed and materials expended if required.
• Perform duties according to City Code, Uniform Fire Code, Airport Certification Specifications, emergency and security regulations, equipment manuals, and several FAA publications.
• Safely use, carry or possess a City issued firearm, and discharge the firearm with proficiency to maintain airfield wildlife control.

Additional Support Duties (as needed)

• Daily airport security responsibilities, including securing and locking gates and doors, setting building alarm at end of shift, equipment check, and airfield inspections.
• Monitor ATC and emergency service frequencies for emergency notification.
• Inspect and secure landside facilities.
• Provide exit lane security when needed.
• Respond to on-call duty and call-backs, including weekends and holidays.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

• Valid driver’s license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Education And Experience

• 1 to 3 years of prior related experience and/or training.
• Experience with airport operations, maintenance, and systems.
• Experience with heavy equipment.

Additional Qualifications

• Comprehends Airport and General Air regulations.
• Working knowledge of general plumbing, HVAC systems, building plans, and janitorial tasks.

Compensation & Benefits

• Boot, Clothing and Vehicle Allowances, if applicable.
• City issued Cell Phone, if applicable.
• Retirement/Pension – contribution to KPERS with voluntary options.
• Medical, Dental, Vision – comprehensive benefits.
• Paid Holidays – 10.5 paid holidays per year plus one floating holiday.
• Paid Vacation – 12 to 26 days per year based on years of service.
• Paid Sick Leave – 12 days per year.
• Paid Parental Leave – up to 6 weeks.
• Education Reimbursement & Professional Development – up to $8,000 per calendar year.
• Other Benefits – long-term disability, employer‑paid group life insurance, basic life insurance, employee assistance program and voluntary options.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Manhattan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and believe the best workplaces bring together employees with diverse skill sets, backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints to achieve common goals. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any basis protected by law.