The City of Mandan, North Dakota is currently accepting applications for the position of: 

Airport Maintenance Worker I - Grade 9

POSITION DETAILS

Salary: $14.04 to $17.81/hour (DOE)

Status: Non-Exempt/Full-time

Department:  Airport

Closing Date: August 13, 2020 at 5pm.

_*Applications without a resume will be disqualified. _

1. Description of Work

• 1.1. General Statement of Duties: Performs general maintenance work that is non-custodial in nature around and on the Mandan Municipal Airport’s airfield, runways, grounds, and equipment.
• 1.2. Supervision Received: Works under the general supervision of the Airport Manager.
• 1.3. Supervision Exercised: None.

2. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• 2.1. Performs a variety of tasks in the operation, repair, and maintenance of airport buildings, grounds, runways, facilities, and equipment. 
• 2.2. Mows, trims, cuts weeds or brush, and sprays herbicide applications on grounds as required.
• 2.3. Picks up trash, rocks, leaves, limbs, and debris, and loads into trucks for removal.
• 2.4. Operates equipment used in maintenance of the airport including tractor with mowing machine or front loader, snowplow, chemical spreader and any other equipment deemed necessary.
• 2.5. Performs preventative maintenance on airport equipment and grounds, runway, taxiway, and road surfaces.
• 2.6. Conducts maintenance inspections and reports deficiencies.
• 2.7. Operates two-way radio.
• 2.8. Utilizes necessary equipment including hand and power tools to complete airfield and grounds maintenance work. 
• 2.9. Loads, unloads, and maneuvers a variety of materials and equipment such as saws, drills, etc. 
• 2.10. Drives vehicles and equipment with both standard and automatic transmissions to a variety of worksites. 
• 2.11. Reads and applies instructions and labels for product and equipment operation.
• 2.12. Utilizes appropriate safety equipment and procedures.
• 2.13. Maintains simple records, lots, etc. as required.
• 2.14. Maintains equipment and tools through proper care and maintenance. 
• 2.15. Performs other duties of a comparable level/type as required.

3. Minimum Qualifications

• 3.1. Education and Experience

  • 3.1.1. High School Diploma or equivalent.

  • 3.1.2. Aviation or airport experience is preferred, but not required.

• 3.2. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • 3.2.1. Knowledge of principles, procedures, and equipment involved in maintenance and repair of equipment, grounds, and other related projects.

  • 3.2.2. Ability to create, read, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

  • 3.2.3. Ability to perform general maintenance work on airfield, grounds and buildings. 

  • 3.2.4. Ability to operate equipment such as tractor, front loader, snowplow, chemical spreader in a manner consistent with safety principles.

  • 3.2.5. Ability to follow oral and written instruction and communicate effectively verbally

  • 3.2.6. Ability to perform preventative maintenance on equipment and maintain accurate records and logs.

  • 3.2.7. Ability to deal effectively and courteously with associates and the general public and present an overall professional image for the position.

  • 3.2.8. Ability to perform essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of others. 

  • 3.2.9. Skilled in the use and care of tools and equipment necessary to perform facility maintenance and repair tasks.

• 3.3. Special Requirements

  • 3.3.1. Current valid driver’s license and/or the ability to obtain one from the State of North Dakota within thirty (30) days.

  • 3.3.2. Must successfully complete airport training in Wildlife Management, Emergency Plan, Snow and Ice Control, Airport Self Inspection Program, and FAA regulations regarding safety and security.

  • 3.3.3. This position is subject to a work schedule with varying days off, emergency call-outs and must be able to work overtime, including nights, weekends, and stand-by, as required. This position is also required to be on-call on a scheduled basis.

4. Physical Demands

• 4.1. Performs bending, squatting, kneeling, twisting, and reaching to both ground level and overhead; lifts and carries up to 75 pounds; pushes and pulls up to 100 pounds; holds and grips objects; subject to working in awkward positions and periods of prolonged walking, sitting, or standing.

5. Work Environment

• 5.1. Primarily outdoors with exposure to dust and pollen; subject to a variety of extreme weather conditions; susceptible to mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards associated with equipment and maintenance duties; subject to constant and extreme noise, poor lighting, and fumes.

• Applicants who are residents of North Dakota and eligible to claim veteran’s preference must include Form DD-214. Claims for disabled veteran’s preferences must also include Form DD-214 and a letter less than one year old from the Dept. of Veteran’s Affairs indicating disability; claims for preference as the eligible spouse of a disabled or deceased veteran must include Form DD-214, a marriage certificate, and a letter less than one year old from Dept. of Veteran’s Affairs indication disability, or the veteran’s death certificate.

• Applicants who may need additional job information or may require accommodation or assistance with the application or interview process should contact Human Resources at 701-667-3217.

• Applicants are subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks. 

• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

• The City of Mandan is an Equal Opportunity Employer.