Airfield Maintenance Operator (1st Shift)

CLASS SUMMARY

Responsible for operating gasoline and large diesel-powered machinery in a safe and appropriate manner. Specific duties include heavy equipment maintenance, snow and ice removal, airfield signage and lighting, glycol conveyance, pavement repair and maintenance; year-round airfield maintenance, including garages, parking areas, and pavements. This position assists with snow removal operations on varying shifts, based on operational needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Mows grass to comply with visibility Part 139 CVG airfield regulations.


• Assists with design and installing landscape. Mows, prunes and maintains grass and plants. Removes and shapes trees.


• Performs pavement repair and general maintenance including concrete, blacktop and joint repair.


• Ensures Airfield paint markings, signage and lighting comply with Part 139 and Kentucky Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations


• Performs fence replacement and general maintenance.


• Performs snow and ice removal.


• Performs ditch-line and catch basin repair and maintenance and other excavation work.


• Cleans, maintains and secures all heavy equipment.


• Assists in emergencies on CVG Airport property 24/7.


• Routinely inputs labor and materials into CMMS


• Safety Trainer position responsibilities: provide training for airfield maintenance personnel regarding CDL, safety and snow removal; writes training programs and standard operating procedures.


• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Minimum Education:  HSD/GED

Preferred Education:  HSD/GED

Minimum Years of Direct Experience:  5

Related experience

Or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS

Required

• Maintain Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) clearance


• Valid driver's license


• Valid commercial driver’s license (or ability to acquire Class A CDL within 12 months of hire date)

Preferred

• Basic and Advanced ASOS Training


• KY state license for administering herbicides and pesticides

Additional Security Levels Required (Customs or Police Department)

No

Airfield Driving

This position requires driving on the airfield and airfield ramps.

DEMONSTRATED KNOWLEDGE OF

• Applicable OSHA safety standards and other Federal, State and local regulations.


• Operation of gas and diesel powered equipment.


• Personal protective equipment.

DEMONSTRATED SKILL IN

• Following verbal and written instruction.


• Clearly and effectively communicating both orally and in writing.


• Establishing and maintaining effective, fair, cooperative, collaborative and respectful relationships with internal and external colleagues, peers, work teams and workgroups.

Why Join Us?

BENEFITS:  (Full Time Positions)

• 100% Employer Paid Health & Wellness Center


• Comprehensive Insurance Options: Medical, dental, vision and life insurance, including a $0 premium medical plan option and no spousal surcharge


• CVG CARES: $2,500 employer paid childcare subsidy


• Health Savings Account & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account


• Retirement Plans: Employer and employee contributions to KY Public Pension Authority retirement plan


• KY Deferred Comp Plans: 401(k) and 457 options


• Generous Paid Time Off: Including 10 holidays a year


• Lifestyle Spending Account: $750 annual benefit for approved eligible services such as gym memberships, nutrition services, family support services, home cleaning, and meal delivery services


• Employee Assistance Program


• Voluntary Wellness Program: Earn financial incentives and paid time off


• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Programs


• Performance Reward Program (potential to earn up to $2100 annually)


• Onsite Fitness Facilities

Don’t meet every requirement?

If you are excited to make a positive impact for our region, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply.  You may be the right candidate for CVG Airport, whether it be this role or another.