Airport Facilities Technician

Airport Facilities Technician

Salary: $25.02 - $43.79 Hourly

Location:

Airport-Aspen/Pitkin County, CO

Job Type: Full-time with benefits, hourly

Hire Range: $25.02 - $39.09 (Pay Grade P102)

Bilingual Stipend:
Yes

Maintains Airport buildings and grounds to ensure the safety and comfort of Airport staff and visitors. Assists Airport staff and the public as needed.

• Inspects equipment to ensure proper and safe functioning; maintains heavy equipment and changes oil.
• Conducts inspections of facilities to determine maintenance needs; maintains and repairs lights, signs, fencing, gates, and roofing; completes plumbing, carpentry, electrical, HVAC, and internal equipment maintenance and repair work.
• Responds to Airport emergencies and accidents.
• Completes roadwork to keep outside road free of ruts and graded; removes rocks from runways.
• Assists Airport visitors.
• Supports the relationship between Pitkin County government and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and County staff; maintains confidentiality of work‑related issues and County information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

This position follows a sequence. Please note that all levels require NIMS/ICS Certifications (100, 200, NIMS 700,800) within 6 months of hire, and first aid and CPR certification within six months of hire:

• Level I:
  • Up to 1 year of facility maintenance experience.
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
  • Class B Colorado Commercial Driver’s License preferred but not required.
  • Must possess a valid Colorado Driver’s License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.
• Level II (in addition to Level I):
  • 1-3 years of airport maintenance and heavy equipment operating experience.
• Level III (in addition to Level II):
  • 3+ years of airport maintenance experience.
• AAAE ACE OPS or ACE Lighting required.
• Airside Movement Area Driving.

• Safety policies, procedures, and practices for basic construction industry standards.
• Inventory management methods and practices.
• Personal protective equipment and proper use.
• Equipment troubleshooting methods.
• General maintenance practice and procedures.

• Organizing and prioritizing work to meet deadlines and accomplish tasks.
• Handling multiple tasks simultaneously, under pressure, and in emergency and stressful situations.
• Microsoft Office Products and Google Suite.
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Operating tools and equipment safely.

• Work is performed in a standard office environment, with some exposure to dangerous tools, equipment, machinery, inclement weather conditions, and fumes.