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CITY OF SHELBYVILLE, TENNESSEE
AIRPORT MAINTENANCE WORKER (FT)
***Applicants must complete an application and job description to be considered***
DEFINITION
This employee performs a variety of manual labor tasks in the areas of airport labor. Duties include cutting grass, trimming grass loading and unloading dirt, gravel, trash and other debris.
The employee is under the immediate supervision of the Airport Director. Instructions to the employee vary from detailed and specific to generally specific.
The employee will be required to perform any other tasks as may be required to accomplish the essential functions of the position as set out herein.
BENEFITS
This is a full-time position with an hourly rate of $17.00 per hour. The City provides a comprehensive benefits package.
EQUIPMENT/JOB LOCATION
The employee will use a variety of hand tools and small machinery such as a weed eater, riding or push mowers, chainsaws, rakes, shovels, etc. at the City Airport.
The employee will be required to lift, carry, dig, climb, bend and move moderately to very heavy objects. The employee may be exposed to all types of weather conditions with possible exposure to fumes, chemicals, or toxic substances. In addition, the employee may occasionally be required to work in high places.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB
Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
- Performs a variety of general labor duties such as painting mowing, weed spraying, brush and weed trimming, and general maintenance.
- Removes debris from city airport lots and rights-of-ways. Loads and unloads dirt, gravel, trash, refuse and other debris.
- Operate mowing machines and other machinery.
- Must perform heavy manual labor for extended periods under some unfavorable climatic conditions, frequently lifting objects over 50 lbs.
- Assists skilled laborers in the performance of their duties. Cleans equipment and tools.
- Performs routine maintenance and repairs on machinery, equipment, and tools.
- Operates a tractor and other mowing equipment.
- Performs assigned duties in various aspects of Airport Maintenance Activities.
- Performs semi-skilled building maintenance work to include basic carpentry, door repair, electrical and plumbing, roofing and general custodial duties in the care of the airport buildings.
- Builds and installs shelves, supply racks, directional signs, sun shelters and windbreaks.
- Performs landscape maintenance on airport grounds by mowing grass and weeds, applying fertilizers and herbicides, pruning trees and shrubs, sweeping walkways and runways, and does other related work.
- Maintains and repairs airfield lighting systems and all airport-owned NAVAIDS.
- Operates power equipment and power tools such as tractor with mowing and earth moving accessories, boom lift, and paint sprayer.
- Performs pavement maintenance including paint striping and patching.
- Operates City vehicles, trucks and equipment to fulfill Airport needs.
- Performs preventive maintenance on various equipment such as trucks, other vehicles and equipment belonging to the airport.
- Performs related duties as required.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of the materials and equipment used in general maintenance and construction work.
- Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
- Methods, techniques and safety precautions necessary to meet the requirements of the position.
- Building & Grounds maintenance and custodial methods, materials and equipment.
- Basic methods, tasks, materials and equipment used in landscaping, electrical, plumbing, carpentry and ground maintenance.
- Safe and correct operation and preventive maintenance of heavy and light equipment, machines and power tools utilized at the airport.
- Theory, care and operation of internal combustion engines and mechanical components for the maintenance and repair of small engines, tractors, and light trucks.
- Knowledge of City, federal, state and governmental agency laws and regulations pertaining to airport operations.
- FAA radio and airport operational procedures.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and members of the general public.
- Ability to carry out oral or written instructions.
- Communicate effectively in written and oral form.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum 18 years old to apply.
- Possession of a valid Tennessee operator’s license.
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
- Required to pass background check, physical and drug screen.
APPLICANT/EMPLOYEE ACKNOWLEDGMENT:
The job description for the position of Airport Maintenance Worker (FT) for the City of Shelbyville Municipal Airport describes the duties and responsibilities for employment in this position. I acknowledge that I have received this job description, and understand that it is not a contract of employment. I am responsible for reading this job description and complying with all job duties, requirements and responsibilities contained herein, and any subsequent revisions.
Is there anything that would keep you from meeting the job duties and requirements as outlined?
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Shelbyville, TN 37160: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver’s License (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
