Building Services Specialist | Full-Time

✈️ NOW BOARDING: Building Services Specialist | Full-Time

Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority
McGhee Tyson Airport | Alcoa, TN • Fully On‑Site

 Help Keep East Tennessee's Gateway to the Sky Clean, Safe, and Ready for Takeoff!

Every day, thousands of travelers pass through our airport. As a Building Services Specialist, you'll play a critical role in creating a positive first impression by maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for passengers, visitors, and airport employees.

Why Join Our Airport Team?

✅ Work in a dynamic aviation environment

✅ Be part of the team that keeps the airport passenger-ready

✅ No specialized certifications required

✅ Ideal for candidates beginning a career in facilities or custodial services

✅ Opportunity to serve travelers from around the world

️ Your Flight Plan (Key Responsibilities)

As part of our Building Services team, you will:

Clean and maintain terminal floors, carpets, restrooms, and common areas

Empty trash and recycling receptacles

Clean windows, mirrors, fixtures, stainless surfaces, and walls

Strip, polish, and maintain floor finishes

Operate cleaning equipment and use cleaning solutions safely

Assist passengers with directions and general information

Monitor facilities for spills and safety hazards

Notify leadership of maintenance needs and repairs

Help with snow removal and de-icing around entrances

Operate recycling compactors and balers

Support a clean, safe, world-class airport experience every day

What We're Looking For (Required Qualifications)

✔ High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

✔ Less than one year of custodial or related experience

✔ Strong customer service skills

✔ Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

✔ Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

✔ Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Work Environment

This position requires:

✈ Frequent indoor work within airport facilities

✈ Some outdoor work in varying weather conditions

✈ Moderate physical activity, including lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, walking, and standing

✈ Safe handling of cleaning chemicals and equipment

✈ Maintaining awareness of passenger and employee safety at all times

The Impact You'll Make

When passengers arrive at McGhee Tyson Airport, your work helps create:

✅ Clean spaces

✅ Safe facilities

✅ Positive traveler experiences

✅ Pride in East Tennessee's airport gateway

Your attention to detail keeps our airport ready for every arrival and departure!

Apply Today!

✈️Help Keep Our Airport Cleared for Takeoff!

Join the Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority and become part of the team that keeps East Tennessee moving. ✈️

Salary and Benefit Highlights:

• $16/hour
  


• Medical, dental & vision


• Vacation & sick leave


• Retirement plan (401a)


• Great team. Meaningful work. Big impact.
  

Start Your Journey with MKAA!

If you're looking for a rewarding career where your work makes a visible impact every day, we encourage you to apply.  To learn more about the Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority, click here:

• For best consideration, apply by Sunday, October 25, 2026.  Position remains open until filled.


• No phone calls or emails, please.


• To be considered, applicants must submit a completed MKAA application or a resume. Applicants selected for interviews who submit a resume must complete and sign the MKAA application prior to the interview process.

The Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority complies with the Tennessee Lawful Employment Act and federal law by participating in E-Verify.  All post-offer new hires are verified electronically to confirm authorization to work in the United States. 

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a long‑term basis.


• MKAA conducts random employee drug screenings.


• MKAA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer