CDC Airport Maintenance Worker

Class Title:	Airport Maintenance Worker
Department:	Public Works	Pay Grade:	Hourly
Division:	Airport	Effective Date:	11/14

GENERAL PURPOSE:
Under general supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled duties in maintaining the Cedar City Regional Airport. Performs related responsibilities as required.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
Works under general supervision from the Airport Manager or Airport Maintenance. May assign and direct activities of other hourly personnel.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

• Maintains runway and taxiway lighting, airport navigation aids, and signage. Changes bulbs and transformers and repairs fixtures, wiring and other electrical equipment. Troubleshoots, replaces and adjusts settings on printed circuit boards.
• Responds to emergency situations to assist the Airport Manager in rescue & recovery operations and to re-establish the airfield and runway back to operational status at the earliest opportunity.
• Ensures compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations (FARs) and advisory circulars (ACs) regarding safety, operations, and maintenance of the airfield.
• Responsible for ensuring the proper operation and maintenance of all public buildings and grounds at the airport, including pavement areas, airport terminal building and other City-owned facilities.
• Keeps airport systems free and clear of obstructions per FAA regulations.
• Maintains Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI) and Runway End Identifier Light (REIL) systems. Changes bulbs, and electronic components as required. Troubleshoots to determine any operational problems and appropriate solution. Calibrate and realign these systems as required.
• Maintains Obstruction lighting, windsocks and Rotating Beacon for proper operation.
• Performs daily/weekly airport inspections in accordance with FAA Part 139 regulations.
• Operates a variety of equipment including mowers, tractors, spraying equipment, box scraper, etc. as required to maintain airport grounds.
• Heavy Equipment Operator for tractors, backhoes, dump trucks and snow removal equipment.
• Perform snow and ice removal from runways, taxiways, and aprons.
• Performs groundskeeper functions for airport and terminal building. Repairs sprinkler systems and maintains landscaping areas.
• Perform general maintenance on the terminal building to include troubleshooting systems, general plumbing, carpentry, electrical repairs, HVAC systems, etc.
• Troubleshoots and repairs high voltage electrical circuits.
• Performs Foreign Object Debris (FOD) removal.
• Conducts wildlife hazard management practices.
• Conducts airport security patrols.
• Repairs perimeter fences to include troubleshooting and repairs to electronic gate systems.
• Responds to airport emergencies when required.
• Prepares and ensures publication of Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) that are accurate and compliant with FAA guidance to alert aircrews and air traffic controllers of non-standard airfield conditions and hazards.
• Performs other related duties as required.

(*Essential functions of position)

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

	Knowledge of: Electrical troubleshooting and maintenance. Methods, techniques, and safety precautions necessary to maintain airport systems. Plumbing and building maintenance to repair and maintain the terminal building; general landscaping and grounds maintenance. Thorough knowledge of operating procedures required around aircraft and on airports.
	Ability to: Use hand and power tools required to maintain airport/terminal building systems. Operate medium sized power driven equipment. Perform manual labor. Understand and carry out written and oral directions. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with others.
	EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Any combination equivalent to experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge, skills, and abilities would be:

Five (5) years experience (preferred) in aviation related activities that includes airport maintenance and snow removal; airport operations; or as an industrial mechanic or maintenance technician.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Completion of firearms training. Experience with firearms used for Wildlife Management. Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Utah driver's license. Required to be on-call/standby, for snow removal or other designated emergencies and must have a 20-minute on-site response time. Satisfactorily pass a criminal history background check as required by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

WORKING CONDITIONS Physical Demands: While performing duties of job employee may frequently bend, stoop or crouch; Employee may sit or stand for long periods of time and may occasional move up to 50 pounds. Moderate exposure to hazards associated with confined spaces, high voltages, heat, cold, noise and other elements associated with an Airport environment. Work Environment: Generally comfortable working conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, with occasional increased noise exposure. Occasional exposure to stressful situations as a result of human behavior and deadlines. Evening and weekend work required. Occasional field work and exposure to weather required. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person(s) assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. The approved class specifications are not intended to and do not infer or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons. This updated job description supersedes prior descriptions for the same position. Management reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.