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Maintenance Worker 

Job Description

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs a number of Skilled and semi-skilled tasks relative to care of airport facility and other buildings and grounds work as may be assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs routine maintenance on fencing, gates, walks and paved surfaces, walls, ceilings and trim of buildings, including all painting, sewers and street systems, including drainage ditches, culverts and catch basins.
• Removes dust, dirt, grease, and waste material from vehicles, equipment, and machines. Keeps work area and all tools clean.
• Performs routine ground maintenance such as: mowing turf, street cleaning, litter control, pest control, pruning, mulching, tree trimming and/or removal, etc.
• Operates equipment as needed such as: dump trucks, loader, skid steer, rotary mowers, lawnmowers, weed-eaters, edging equipment, hedge-trimmers, spraying equipment, pruning equipment, etc.
• Provides morning litter control on airport road, eagle mountain road, and loop roadway.
• Serves as member of snow removal team ensuring that the runway remains open.
• Must follow Rules and Regulations of Yeager Airport and all applicable Operating Instructions.
• May be asked to assist in ground handling operations at any time if needed in a situation of limited employee availability.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Ability to use and maintain ground keeping equipment and landscaping. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.

QUALIFICATIONS

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a field environment; to walk, stand, and sit for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate amounts of weight; to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Educational Requirements:

High school graduation or equivalent.

Experience Requirements:

Experience in basic maintenance techniques, including operation of equipment.

Some experience in safety procedures and practices related to work.

Certifications, Licenses Required:

Upon Hire- West Virginia State Driver’s License.

Must Acquire-Basic Airport Safety and Operations Specialist Training.

Working Conditions:

Subject to a variety of extreme weather conditions; susceptible to mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards associated with equipment and maintenance duties; subject to constant and extreme noise, poor lighting, and fumes.

Other Requirements:

Must pass pre-employment drug testing and submit to periodic testing required by applicable laws. Must pass ten-year criminal history background check as required by the Transportation Security Administration. Must pass recurring SIDA with Escort; AFDQ; Fire Warden; Fire Safety; Active Shooter; Stormwater Training; Vehicle Search and ID Verification Training. Subject to work schedule with varying days off. Available for recall during non-duty hours for emergencies, snow removal or other related duties.

DISCLAIMER

This job description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of this position.  It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of this position.  An employee may be asked to perform other duties as required.   Management has the right to assign additional duties and the discretion to revise each job description.

Additionally, employment is terminable at will, so that both the Airport and the employee remain free to choose to end the work relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without prior notice. This employment is for no definite period, and nothing contained herein in any way creates an express or implied contract of employment between the Airport and the employee.