Seasonal Airport Maintenance Worker

About the role

Come work for the Metropolitan Airports Commission! Our award-winning Field Maintenance team is committed to providing exceptional airport experiences, so Minnesota thrives. We are accepting applications to fill multiple Seasonal Airport Maintenance Worker positions, typically working between mid-October 2026 through mid-April 2027. These positions are benefitted, overtime eligible, and work a regular schedule of 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Snow and ice removal using specialized equipment such as multi-function equipment (MFE), runway snow blowers, runway plows and brooms, ramp push plows, tractors, sanders, liquid chemical dispensing vehicles and snow hauling vehicles, as well as manual snow removal duties
• Landscaping and groundskeeping including turf management, grading, weed control, planting, cutting and trimming trees, shrubs and flowering plants, and installing ornamental landscaping fixtures
• Operating diesel-powered tractors with mower attachments, small tractors, riding mowers and other powered landscaping equipment
• Performing bituminous/asphalt and concrete repairs on runways, taxiways, aircraft aprons, parking ramps, parking lots, sidewalks, roadways and other public areas
• Installing, assembling, cutting and repairing chain-link fence, barbed wire and sliding gate sections, both manual and electric type
• Installing, repairing and replacing signage, signposts and other support structures
• General cleaning of runways, taxiways, aircraft parking aprons, parking lots, structures and roadways using power sweepers, backpack blowers, power washers, vacuums and other equipment
• Performing rubbish and trash removal, emptying trash receptacles, transferring debris to dumpsters or disposal sites, inspecting drainage systems and checking storm water control equipment
• Installing and replacing absorbent collection devices, assisting in containing and recovering fuel, oil and other pollutants on airport surfaces or near airport water bodies
• Operating mobile and base-station radio equipment and maintaining contact with air traffic control while performing airfield duties according to FAA regulations and Airport Operations Area movement area procedures
• Training co-workers on safe working procedures and proper use of equipment
• Assisting trades, contract and other personnel as directed; assisting with equipment maintenance, cleaning and care; and performing other maintenance duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Possession of a Class B Commercial Driver’s permit and the ability to obtain a Class B license (CDL) with airbrake endorsement within six (6) months of employment
• Satisfactory driving record
• Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods including shoveling and carrying
• 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 of time
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
• Ability to climb in/out of equipment
• Ability to pass a criminal history and employment background check
• Ability to pass a physical examination

Desirable qualifications

• 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
• Experience in snow removal operations using a variety of snow removal equipment
• Experience in pavement maintenance, including concrete, masonry and asphalt
• Experience in landscaping, parks or commercial property maintenance
• Experience with chemical applications related to groundskeeping
• Experience in the use of two-way radio equipment

Driving record standards

Safe driving habits are critical for individuals employed in MAC occupations that require extensive driving of equipment on the aircraft operating area. A contingent offer of employment shall be withdrawn if the motor vehicle record contains:

• Any major violation within the past three (3) years from date of offer, including but not limited to:
  • Any pending criminal matter for a serious traffic offense
  • Three (3) or more minor moving violations within the last three (3) years from date of offer
• Minor violations include, but are not limited to:
  • Failure to wear a seat belt
  • Speeding
  • Failure to stop at a stop sign
  • Failure to yield
  • Driving under influence of alcohol/drugs
  • Open bottle or allowing open bottle
  • Failure to stop/report an accident
  • Violations as a result of an accident
  • Reckless driving/speeding contest
  • Making a false accident report
  • Homicide, manslaughter or assault arising out of the use of a vehicle
  • Driving while license is suspended/revoked
  • Careless driving
  • Attempting to elude a police officer
  • Excessive speed
• Felony: A crime for which a sentence of imprisonment for more than one year and a fine of more than $3,000 may be imposed
• Gross Misdemeanor: Any crime which is not a felony or misdemeanor, the maximum fine for which is $3,000.00, and imprisonment for up to one year
• Misdemeanor: A crime for which a sentence of not more than 90 days or a fine of $1,000.00, or both, may be imposed
• Petty Misdemeanor: A petty offense which is prohibited by statute, for which a fine of not more than $100.00 may be imposed

Pay

• Hourly rate: $29.909+
• $0.60/hour for Class A CDL (increases to $0.70/hour on January 1, 2027)
• $1.25/hour for 2nd Shift (Afternoons, Weekend Afternoons)
• $2.00/hour for 3rd Shift (Nights)

Schedule

• Day shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
• Afternoon shift: Monday–Friday, 2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
• Night shift: Sunday–Thursday, 10:00 p.m.–6:30 a.m.
• Weekend day shift: Saturday–Wednesday, 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
• Weekend afternoon shift: Saturday–Wednesday, 2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.
• Seasonal employees typically start on the day shift for training and move to the night shift for additional training before moving to their assigned shift

This is a safety-sensitive position which will require a pre-employment drug screen.