Airport Maintenance Technician – Operations and Maintenance

Job Title:

Airport Maintenance Technician – Operations and Maintenance

Location:

Watertown Regional Airport, Public Works Department, Watertown, SD

Contract:

Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
Grade 130/Step 1 = $50,606.40 annually or $4,217.20 monthly

Final date to receive applications:
Open Until Filled

Human Resources Department PO Box 910, 20 N. Maple, Watertown, SD 57201

Job Summary:

This position maintains the condition of City’s Airport facilities by providing maintenance and repairs to buildings, systems, and equipment; to provide a clean and safe environment for workers and the public.

• Conduct planned and preventive maintenance on all building equipment and grounds as assigned.
• Ensure the safety and cleanliness of the terminal and grounds using appropriate equipment and procedures.
• Monitor the building automation system for any abnormalities, performing walk-throughs to verify proper temperatures and equipment operation for occupant comfort and safety.
• Respond promptly to emergency situations involving malfunctioning systems or equipment, assess the situation, and take appropriate corrective action.
• Notify the Supervisor when servicing by an external vendor is required.
• Develop and maintain a schedule for asset and equipment replacement, adjusting as needed based on current conditions.
• Maintain accurate records in the App 139 airport software, generating daily, monthly, and long-term reports for facilities management.
• Perform light maintenance tasks, including moving furniture, repairing signs, painting, drywall repairs, light fixture maintenance, plumbing repairs, and flooring installation.
• Inspect buildings to ensure the security of facilities and assets.
• Clean, lubricate, and conduct preventive maintenance or repairs on equipment.
• Follow all safety protocols, ensuring all tasks are performed safely and in compliance with safety regulations.
• Report all accidents to the appropriate authority and comply with established reporting procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment repair history, work orders, daily job cards, and other related data.
• Conduct snow and ice removal operations as needed.
• Provide backup support to other department personnel as necessary.
• Perform custodial duties when required.
• Be available for after-hours support as assigned.
• Conduct emergency repairs as needed to maintain operational integrity.
• Perform all Part 139 compliance checks, including inspections of runways, taxiways, and aprons.
• Inspect Runway Safety Areas (RSAs) for non-compliance and identify wildlife hazards.
• Issue Field Condition Reports as necessary.
• Issue Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Operate, adjust, and repair boilers, chillers/heaters, cooling towers, air handlers, exhaust fans, variable air volume systems, unit heaters, pumps, circulating pumps, and water softeners.
• Diagnose, adjust, and repair HVAC electronic control systems, including variable frequency drives, programmable control modules, system circuit boards, electronic valves, and associated wiring.
• Interpret building blueprints, wiring schematics, and installation, operation, and service manuals to troubleshoot and repair building systems.
• Diagnose and repair airfield lighting systems, including wiring, fault identification, and airport-owned navigational aids (navaids).
• Operate heavy machinery, including MB5 snow removal equipment, dry chemical applicator, blowers, and motor grader.
• Be proficient in identifying proper snow removal techniques for varying weather conditions.

• High school diploma/equivalent and a minimum of two (2) years of experience with building mechanicals, operations and repair.