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Salary: $25.02 - $43.79 Hourly
Location : Airport-Aspen/Pitkin County, CO
Job Type: Full-time with benefits, hourly
Job Number: 202300385
Department: Airport
Opening Date: 05/21/2026
Bilingual Stipend: Yes
Hiring Minimum: $25.02
Hiring Maximum: $39.09
Pay Grade: P102
Hiring Range Description: The hiring range is the starting point of the pay range to the 4th quartile of the pay range. Starting pay will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
** Early applications are encouraged**
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Job Summary
Maintains Airport buildings and grounds to ensure the safety and comfort of Airport staff and visitors. Assists Airport staff and the public as needed.
Job Responsibilities

• Inspects equipment to ensure proper and safe functioning; maintains heavy equipment and changes oil.
• Conducts inspections of facilities to determine maintenance needs; maintains and repairs lights, signs, fencing, gates, and roofing; completes plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC, and internal equipment maintenance and repair work.
• Responds to Airport emergencies and accidents.
• Completes roadwork to keep outside road free of ruts and graded; removes rocks from runways.
• Assists Airport visitors.
• Supports the relationship between Pitkin County government and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and County staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and County information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge and Skills
This position follows a sequence. Please note that all levels require NIMS/ICS Certifications (100, 200, NIMS 700,800) within 6 months of hire, and first aid and CPR certification within six months of hire:

• Level I:
  
  • Up to 1 year of facility maintenance experience.
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • Class B Colorado Commercial Driver's License preferred but not required.
  • Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.
• Level II (in addition to Level I):
  
  • 1-3 years of airport maintenance and heavy equipment operating experience.
• Level III (in addition to Level II):
  
  • 3+ years of airport maintenance experience.
• AAAE ACE OPS or ACE Lighting required.
• Airside Movement Area Driving.

Knowledge Of:

• Safety policies, procedures, and practices for basic construction industry standards.
• Inventory management methods and practices.
• Personal protective equipment and proper use.
• Equipment troubleshooting methods.
• General maintenance practice and procedures.

Skill In:

• Organizing and prioritizing work to meet deadlines and accomplish tasks.
• Organizing and prioritizing work to meet deadlines and accomplish tasks.
• Handling multiple tasks simultaneously, under pressure, and in emergency and stressful situations.
• Microsoft Office Products and Google Suite.
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Operating tools and equipment safely.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Work is performed in a standard office environment, with some exposure to dangerous tools, equipment, machinery, inclement weather conditions, and fumes.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
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