- Salary
- $45k+/yr
- Location
- Michigan, MI, MI, US
- Education
- High School
- Source
- GovernmentJobs
Description
As a member of an airport work crew, or individually required to do service and maintenance work related to airport operations, and to operate both light service vehicles and heavy snow removal equipment.
Clears, grades, and level landscaping.
Removes snow and applies deicing materials to snowy and icy areas both air and landside.
Cuts, trims, rakes, seeds, fertilize, and waters grass areas and shrubbery both air and land side.
Erects and repairs fences, guard rails, and snow fencing.
Fills cracks and holes on runways and other areas on the airport as designated by superiors.
Loads refuse [trash] and waste materials onto refuse packer [garbage truck] and activate compaction controls.
Clean and pick up debris and spills or other refuse [trash] on airport premises and thoroughfares [roads].
Operate light service vehicles and heavy snow removal equipment
Operates two-way radio communication equipment for ATC clearance to operate on movement areas, runway and taxiway crossings, RSA, and report any safety hazards or equipment failures.
Assisting mounting or hooking up sand spreaders, brooms, plows, or and other equipment used and/or needed for the operation.
Erects and dismantles bleachers, stands, and other structures, as needed.
Load and unload equipment and supplies
Refuels all equipment when necessary and tracks the usage
Helps with minor carpentry, plumbing, pipefitting, electrical, and paint work.
Qualifications (required):
High school diploma or G.E.D. (General Education Development)
Qualifications (preferred):
- One (1) year of experience in work related to airport grounds maintenance.
- Two (2) years of experience in landscaping and street construction activities.
Equivalency
- Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Must have a valid State of Michigan Driver’s License, preferably but not required a Class B designation and Air Brakes endorsement.
Possess the ability to operate and manage Heavy Equipment in a controlled environment.
Must be able to meet physical standards of the duties including the ability to lift at least 50lbs.
Evaluation Plan
- Interview: 70%
- Evaluation of Training, Experience & Personal Qualifications: 30%
- Total of Interview and Evaluation T.E.P: 100%
Additional points may be awarded for:
- Veteran Points: 0 – 15 points
- Detroit Residency Credit: 15 point
LRD: 09/23/2026
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Skill in the use of common landscaping and construction tools and equipment.
- Ability to comprehend and follow both written and oral instruction.
- Ability to use tact in dealing with fellow workers, supervisors, and management.
Physical Demands
- The employee generally engages in light to strenuous physical activity which may include operating machinery, motor vehicles, heavy equipment, and using tools for an extended period of time.
- The employee is expected to move about and ascend/descend (e.g. stairs, ladders, trees etc.) to accomplish tasks.
- The employee must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to (50) pounds.
Work Environment
- Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments with potential exposure to conditions which may include fumes, extreme heat and cold, wetness, loud noise, dust, inclement weather and hazardous chemicals.
- Some work requires travel to meetings, conferences, and other work sites with exposure to seasonal weather conditions.
Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Specific job duties may vary from position to position. The City of Detroit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other criteria prohibited by City, State, or Federal law.