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Weekend Airfield Operations Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays Preferred Qualifications: * Prior airport escort or airfield operations experience * ACI (Airport Council International) Escort ...

Shift work, including rotation, weekends and holidays. (*Subject to change) DESCRIPTIONS OF DUTIES ... Ensure the life safety of our guest by maintaining a safe and secure airfield. Ensures compliance ...

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Airport Operations Specialist

Key Largo, FL · On-site

$48K - $61K/yr

This role supports the safe, efficient airport activity through airfield operations, aircraft ... Flexible availability, including weekends and holidays. Education & Experience * High school ...

AIRFIELD MANAGER

Edinburgh, IN · On-site +1

$107K - $139K/yr

Mission Essential: position subject to call back and work during nights, weekends, holidays ... Position operationally essential to aviation operations at the assigned airfield. * State Issued ...

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Airfield Operations Specialist

Hi-Lite Airfield Services, LLC

Palmetto, FL • On-site

$22/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Operate specialized construction and airport maintenance equipment, including forklifts, skid steers, and grinders.

  • Assist with pavement marking installation, removal, and surface preparation for painting and maintenance.

  • Travel across the United States to work on various airport projects, supporting airport safety and maintenance activities.


Job description

Airfield Operations Specialist

Travel the Country. Build a Career. Work Where Millions of People Travel.

Starting at $22/hour + Paid Travel + Per Diem + Hotel + Benefits

We hire nationwide.

Build Something Bigger Than a Job

At Hi-Lite Airfield Services, we don't build houses or office buildingswe help keep America's airports operating safely.

From major international airports to military installations, our crews perform specialized pavement marking, rubber removal, surface preparation, and pavement maintenance work that few people ever get the opportunity to do.

If you're looking for a career that offers travel, teamwork, hands-on work, and the opportunity to learn specialized equipment and skills, we'd like to meet you.

Why Join Hi-Lite?

We Invest in Our People

Starting pay of $22/hour

Higher starting pay available for experienced equipment operators

Paid airfare to and from projects

Company-paid hotel accommodations

Daily per diem for meals

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Paid training and certifications

Opportunities for advancement

Many of our Foremen, Superintendents, Project Managers, and Operations leaders started in entry-level positions and built successful careers with Hi-Lite.

What You'll Do

No two weeks are the same.

One project may have you removing runway rubber at a major international airport. The next may involve installing precision pavement markings or supporting maintenance work at a military airfield.

You will:

  • Operate specialized construction and airport maintenance equipment
  • Assist with pavement marking installation and removal
  • Prepare airport surfaces for painting and maintenance
  • Operate forklifts, skid steers, grinders, and other equipment
  • Load, unload, and transport materials
  • Maintain equipment and a safe work environment
  • Work as part of a highly skilled team that takes pride in quality workmanship

Every project directly contributes to the safety of pilots, passengers, and airport personnel.

Travel Is Part of the Adventure

  • Our crews travel throughout the United States, working on some of the busiest commercial and military airports in the country.
  • Typical travel assignments range from 46 weeks, with all airfare, hotels, and per diem provided by Hi-Lite.
  • You bring the work ethicwe take care of the logistics.

Schedule

  • Full-time
  • Day, night, weekend, and overnight shifts as required by airport operations
  • Overtime opportunities available

Qualifications

  • Valid Real ID driver's license with a good driving record
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
  • Ability to travel extensively
  • Pass pre-employment drug screening
  • Must be over 21
  • Meet airport and military base badging requirements, including a 10-year criminal background review

"Last year, our crews worked at hundreds of airports across North America, helping keep millions of passengers moving safely."

Other Duties: Please note that this job description is an overview of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Hi?Lite is an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We are committed to providing a workplace that values diversity, ensures equal access, and prohibits discrimination of any kind.