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Inlandgroup

Equipment Operator -PWM

Portland, ME

Discover an exciting future at the Airport! Equipment Operator About us: The Inland Group of Companies (IDS and Quantem Aviation Services) is a trusted aviation partner operating at over 50+ airports ...

City of Los Angeles

Equipment Operator

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$20.50 - $28/hr

As a Equipment Operator, you will operate a variety of heavy construction equipment in conjunction with airport pavement reconstruction projects, taxiways, runways, service roads, streets and ramp ...

Port of Huntsville

Cargo Equipment Operator

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$51K - $77K/yr

Salary Range ($58,788 - $88,182 ) The Huntsville-Madison County Airport Authority is accepting applications for the position of Cargo Equipment Operator . Primary job duties include operating various ...

Port of Huntsville

Cargo Equipment Operator

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$51K - $77K/yr

Salary Range ($58,788 - $88,182)The Huntsville-Madison County Airport Authority is accepting applications for the position of Cargo Equipment Operator. Primary job duties include operating various ...

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Airport Equipment Operator

Monroe County, NY

Rochester, NY • On-site

$48K - $63K/yr

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Monroe County (New York) rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

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595th of 846 rated public administrative organizations

Job description

Location: Rochester, NY
Title: Airport Equipment Operator
Deadline: Until Filled
Salary: $48,010 - $63,587 annually
Agency/Dept.: Aviation
Description of Duties
This is a skilled position located at the Frederick Douglass - Greater Rochester International Airport. The employee is responsible for maintaining safe and efficient operation of special motor equipment and maintaining Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) required standards. The employee must operate small and large trucks including specialized airport maintenance equipment. This position may include exposure to adverse weather conditions, aircraft hazards, moving vehicles and heavy equipment at the job site. Duties also include performing a variety of manual and skilled tasks. This position reports directly to Airport Operations Supervisor or other higher- level employee. The employee may be required to be on twenty-four (24) hour call seven (7) days per week. Does related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma plus two (2) years paid full-time or its part-time equivalent experience in the operation of medium and large trucks and heavy motor equipment ORthe operation of heavy equipment and maintenance of grounds, runways, taxiway, ramps and roadways.
Possession of a valid Class *B* New York State Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at the time of appointment.

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