City of Boise

Airport Maintenance Technician, Technician Senior + Mechanic Senior

City of Boise Boise, ID

Summary Statement

No matter how fine-tuned our operations might be, things break down from time to time. Whether you’re just beginning your career in maintenance or a seasoned maintenance specialist looking for a change of scenery, our airport operations team needs skilled tradespeople to keep the lights on. We are currently seeking experienced Airport Maintenance team members to help care for our many facilities and surrounding landscapes. Join Us!

  • Maintenance Technician $19.90/hour D epending on Qualificatio ns
  • Maintenance Technician Sr $22.08/hour D epending on Qualificatio ns
  • Maintenance Mechanic Sr. $24.51/hour D epending on Qualificatio ns

Enjoy 3 days off with a 4-day/10-hour schedule! We are currently recruiting for all shifts, including Days, Swing, and Night shift team members. Swing and Night shift positions are eligible for shift differential compensation for hours worked.

  • Day shift: 0500-1530
  • Swing Shift: 1300-2330 (5% shift differential)
  • Graveyard Shift: 1930-0500 (7.5% shift differential)

The City provides a top-notch zero-premium healthcare option for you and your family! Plus, a n actual pension plan , 401k matching, a wellness program, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and more. Imagine that.

Essential Functions

Handles moderately complex to complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. Each higher level is capable of performing duties of a lower level and provides leadership, coaching and/or mentorship as needed.

The team maintains, repairs and operates fire detection and suppression systems, baggage handling systems, jet bridges, the Siemens DDC control panel and the domestic water system. Performs indoor and outdoor general facility repairs and remodeling activities such as patching, painting, door repairs, ceiling work, electrical maintenance and system troubleshooting. Troubleshoots meters and control circuits, security systems, gates and a wide array of mechanical and electrical devices. Upholds all safety standards and procedures when performing tasks to ensure the safety of the general public, coworkers and self. Utilizes protective clothing and materials when working with fluids and chemicals.

Performs administrative tasks for purchasing and repair projects as assigned. Coordinates with supervisors and coworkers to ensure the airport is operational and to prioritize upcoming and current projects. Coordinates with co-workers to offer technical resource ideas and suggestions and makes routine decisions. Conducts annual, quarterly, monthly, weekly and daily preventive maintenance (PM) inspections on airport systems, equipment, tools and tenant buildings.

Operates equipment to remove snow from the terminal ramp, general aviation and freight ramps, and taxiways. Applies sand and de-icing chemicals to ramps, roads and walkways as required.

Inspects lighting in the main terminal, parking garages or lots, exterior pole lights and outbuildings. Replaces burnt-out lamps, replaces broken fixtures and replaces and rewires ballasts. Operates heavy equipment with fall protection gear to access pole lights and high exterior building lights. Maintains main terminal HVAC system, consisting of 10 air handling units, roof-top units, cooling towers, boilers and chillers. Replaces filters and cleans coils, large air handler fan motors, variable air valves, duct actuators, and exhaust fan motors. Records statistics of all air handling units daily.

Troubleshoots plumbing issues and leakage. Repairs and replaces toilet, urinal and sink components. Replaces water heater expansion tanks.

Interacts with the public and provides information or directs them to appropriate personnel.

Positions perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Requirements

Required Knowledge, Experience, And Training

  • High school diploma or equivalent and experience performing repairs and maintenance in an industrial or commercial setting,
  • Technician: 2 years of experience,
  • Technician Sr: 4 years of experience,
  • Mechanic Sr: 4 years of directly relevant building system experience, or
  • an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

Preferred Knowledge, Experience, And Training

  • Journey-level skilled trade or Limited Electrical license.
  • Building Operators Certification or equivalent.
  • Prior experience in a 24/7/365 operational facility.

Knowledge of:

  • all aspects of facility maintenance;
  • safety and security systems, baggage handling systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs);
  • HVAC and related controls;
  • facility fire detection systems;
  • operation of equipment and tools used at the appropriate job level;
  • principles of electrical systems; and
  • computer usage including related software.

Ability to:

  • comply with safety and security measures as required in an airport environment;
  • safely use a variety of hand and power tools;
  • communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance; and
  • perform all essential functions as assigned by an authorized employee, supervisor and/or manager with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Individuals must be capable of operating vehicles safely and have an acceptable driving record.

Licensing And Other Requirements

  • Valid state-issued driver’s license.
  • Ability to complete airport driver training/certification.

Special Requirements

Applicants Must Be Able To Pass

  • City of Boise background check processes which includes a criminal history check and reference checks in accordance with the City of Boise Hiring Process Regulation
  • Driving Record Check
  • Transportation Security Administration background check (SIDA)

Working Conditions

The physical effort characteristics and working environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Efforts

While performing the duties of this job the employee is always lifting/carrying up to 35 pounds, frequently lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds and rarely lifting/carrying up to 75 pounds. Also, the employee is always pushing/pulling up to 10 pounds, frequently pushing/pulling up to 20 pounds, occasionally pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds and rarely pushing/pulling up to 100 pounds. The noise level is occasionally very loud and rarely loud. Work includes sensory ability to talk, hear, smell and touch. Work in this position also includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Employees will sit, stand, walk, runn, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, grasp, climb and balance. Position requires hand/finger dexterity.

Working Environment

The work environment will include inside conditions, outdoor weather conditions, areas of dust, odors, mist and gases or other airborne matter. Employees are exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards and work in/at heights. Employees will also drive a vehicle as part of this position. Work includes protected exposure to bodily fluids and chemicals. Employees work around baggage handling systems, driveway curbing and moving vehicles such as aircraft tugs and luggage carts.

This position works: on a shift schedule and all shifts in a 24/7/365 operation and schedules are adjusted per business needs.
  • Seniority level

    Entry level
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Management and Manufacturing
  • Industries

    Government Administration

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