Airport Maintenance Worker

About the role

The Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) is seeking dedicated team members to join the Field Maintenance team. Our award-winning team is committed to providing exceptional airport experiences, ensuring the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is clear for departure during winter months and maintaining the airport's appearance year-round.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance duties to FAA standards, including snow and ice control, groundskeeping, mowing, trash removal, fence installation, concrete, masonry repairs, and other duties.
• Operate specialized snow removal equipment, such as multi-function equipment (MFE), runway snow blowers, and road trucks.
• Install, repair, and replace chain-link fence, barbed wire, and sliding gates.
• Perform landscaping and turf management tasks, including grading, rut/fill depression filling, and application of weed control chemicals.
• Perform bituminous and concrete repairs on various airport surfaces, including sewers, drains, and catch basins.
• Empty trash receptacles and transfer debris to dumpsters or disposal sites.
• Inspect and maintain drainage systems and storm water control equipment.
• Contain and recover fuel spills, oil spills, rubber, paint, and other pollutants.
• Operate mobile and base-station radio equipment, maintaining contact with air traffic control and airport personnel.
• Assist with equipment maintenance, cleaning, and care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of a Class B Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) with airbrake endorsement.
• Satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods, including shoveling, carrying, etc.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, and position up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work outdoors under severe and varying weather conditions for extended periods.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Ability to climb in/out of vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to pass a criminal history and employment background check.
• Ability to pass a physical examination.

Desirable Requirements

• Possession of a Class A Commercial Driver’s license (CDL) with airbrake endorsement.
• Previous field maintenance experience at MSP or another airport.
• Two years of work experience operating commercial-rated vehicles, heavy equipment, and/or large agricultural machinery.
• Previous work experience in snow removal operations using a variety of snow removal equipment.
• Previous work experience in pavement maintenance, including concrete, masonry, and asphalt.
• Previous work experience in landscaping or parks maintenance.
• Previous work experience with chemical applications related to groundskeeping.
• Previous work experience in commercial property maintenance.
• Experience in the use of two-way radio equipment.