Airport Mechanic I

JOB TITLE: Airport Mechanic I

JOB CLASS NUMBER: TRD080

PAY GRADE: G03

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

BUSINESS UNIT NAME: Airport Operations

REPORTS TO: Airport Airside Maintenance Manager

SUPERVISORY WORK: None

SALARY: $17.00 per hour

Summary:

As an Airport Mechanic I, you will perform entry-level maintenance support and utility duties throughout Amarillo International Airport. This position assists Airport Mechanic III personnel with routine maintenance activities while performing general facility support tasks such as trash removal, terminal cleaning, contractor escorts, parts delivery, bird control, changing air handler filters, replacing light bulbs, and other basic maintenance duties. This position provides an excellent opportunity to learn airport maintenance operations while working under the guidance of experienced maintenance personnel.

Shift: Sunday through Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Shift schedule is subject to change based on operational needs.

What we Offer:

• City of Amarillo benefits
• Competitive pay
• 4/10 work weeks
• TMRS Retirement
• Paid time off, paid sick days and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement. Must meet city qualifications.
• City health plans
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Essential Responsibilities:

• Assist Airport Mechanic III personnel with inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on Airport equipment such as baggage handling equipment, car wash equipment, and tenant leased buildings.
• Acts as a first responder in accordance with the Airport Emergency Plan during airfield emergencies by providing support and escorts for fire, medical, law enforcement and operations activities. Participates with recovery efforts so air carrier operations can resume.
• Monitor the condition of Airport mechanical equipment and facilities, report deficiencies to Airport Mechanic III personnel, and assist with maintenance and repair activities under supervision.
• Perform daily utility duties throughout Airport facilities including trash removal, cleaning designated terminal areas, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Provide contractor escorts in secured and restricted areas in accordance with Airport security procedures.
• Serve as a parts runner by delivering tools, materials, and supplies to maintenance personnel throughout the Airport.
• Assist with bird control activities on the airfield under established Airport procedures.
• Replace air handler filters and perform other basic preventive maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Replace interior and exterior light bulbs and report lighting deficiencies requiring additional repairs.
• Assist with basic HVAC maintenance including changing air filters and monitoring equipment operation.
• Perform minor plumbing repairs such as unclogging toilets and drains.
• Assist Airport Electricians with basic electrical maintenance and repairs under direct supervision.
• Participate in snow removal operations during winter operations.
• Completing work orders, PM's and documenting work completed.
• Other duties as assigned and as needed.undefined

Minimum Requirements:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to be trained and qualified to drive on an active airfield within 60 days of employment and be able to pass recurrent training every 12 months.
• Must be able to work with minimal or no direct supervision.
• Often the individual is the only staff on-site and could be solely responsible for the maintenance operation of the entire Airport, including the baggage handling system, passenger boarding bridges and airside operation.
• One (1) year of building and facility maintenance experience.
• Apprentice level experience in mechanical and electrical repairs.
• Possession of a valid Class C driver's license. Class B preferred.
• Must pass a 10-year background check in accordance with TSA regulations and drug/alcohol screening.
• Must complete FEMA N.I.M.S. training within 30 days of employment.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to learn and understand how to adhere to FAA, TSA, and State regulations.
• Must be able to understand and adhere to responsibilities in accordance with the Airport Certification Manual, Airport Emergency Plan, Airport Security Plan, and the Airport Snow and Ice Control Plan. Recurrent training for these programs is every 12 months.
• Knowledge of building HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of reading blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals preferred.
• Knowledge of facility maintenance and cleaning.Skilled in the operation of basic hand and power tools.
• Skilled in conveyor system repair and maintenance preferred.
• Skilled in plumbing and electrical repairs.
• Skilled in mechanical repairs.
• Skilled in carpentry.
• Ability to be part of a team in a dynamic work environment.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, holidays and 24-hour callout.
• Ability to climb on and around catwalks, scaffolds, and equipment.Ability to climb 150' towers and operate aerial lifts up to 100'.
• Ability to operate equipment such as heavy-duty snowplows, snow brooms, mowers, tractors, construction equipment and pick-up trucks.

ADA Profile:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to drive, balance, crouch, feel, finger, handle, pull, push, reach, stand, stoop, climb, see, hear, talk, type, and perform repetitive motions. Also requires the ability to make rational decisions, utilize critical thinking skills and exhibit strong cognitive abilities. The employee is required to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 100 pounds of force to move objects. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Work Environment:

This position in considered "Weather Essential Personnel" and works in all weather conditions indoors and outdoors and is subject to 24 hours call out. This position is subject to scheduled shift work anytime from 3:00am until 11:00pm, 7 days a week. Typical scheduled shifts work 4 days on 3 days off, 10-hour shifts. Subject to weekend work, holiday shifts, overtime, and on-call.

About Us:

Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (AMA) serves the Texas Panhandle and surrounding areas with commercial service to Dallas, Denver, Houston, and Las Vegas, with more on the way. We are known for our innovation, leadership, drive for excellence and talented employees. Our success is made possible because of the diverse talents of our employees who champion our mission of providing an exceptional airport experience to our customers. We're looking for the best talent to join us and help reimagine what an airport can be. Bring your talents to AMA. "Come Live, Work & Grow" with us at Amarillo International Airport.

The City of Amarillo is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages applications from eligible and qualified persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law.

The City of Amarillo provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case by case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 806-378-4294.