Airport Maintenance Technician

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Are you ready to take your skills to new heights? The Roanoke Regional Airport Commission is looking for a dedicated and hardworking individual to join our team as an Airport Maintenance Technician
. This role is part of a career ladder
-placement and pay will be based on your skills, experience, and qualifications. This is more than just a job-it's an opportunity to play a critical role in ensuring the safety, functionality, and smooth operations of our airport.

What You’ll Do:

As an Airport Maintenance Technician, you’ll tackle a variety of important tasks that keep our airport running smoothly. Your responsibilities will include:

• Grounds Maintenance
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  Mowing, landscaping, planting, pruning, mulching, weeding, and maintaining fences.
• Paved Areas
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  Sweeping, repairing, and ensuring the safety of all paved surfaces, including airport runways.
• Equipment Operation
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  Operating, fueling, and cleaning trucks, tractors, and other powered tools.
• Building Repairs
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  Plumbing, painting, carpentry, masonry, and other facility maintenance tasks.
• Airfield Systems
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  Troubleshooting and repairing mechanical, electrical, and lighting systems, as well as security gates and passenger loading bridges.
• Weather Response
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  Removing snow and ice during winter conditions.

This job involves working outdoors in all types of weather. Since we are open 24/7, 365 days a year, this position requires some holiday work, as well as participation in a night and weekend on-call rotation. The rotation is shared among the team and typically occurs only once every 6-8 weeks, ensuring coverage while keeping the schedule fair and predictable.

What We’re Looking For:

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• A High School diploma or equivalent.
• Hands‑on experience in one or more of the following: electrical, carpentry, HVAC, plumbing, or grounds keeping.
• A team player with a strong work ethic and problem‑solving mindset.
• A valid Virginia driver's license and a clean driving record.
• The ability to pass a TSA security clearance and drug test.

What We Offer:

At the Roanoke Regional Airport Commission, we value our team and provide outstanding benefits, including:

• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment.

Why Join Us?

This is your chance to work in an exciting and fast‑paced environment where no two days are the same. You’ll make a real impact on the safety and operations of one of the region’s most important transportation hubs while enjoying excellent benefits and opportunities to grow.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including Veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply.

Thank you for considering a career with the Roanoke Regional Airport Commission. Your future takes flight here!

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