Facilities Technician

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Syracuse Hancock International Airport is growing, and the Syracuse Regional Airport Authority (SRAA) is looking for dedicated professionals to join our team. The SRAA is currently seeking a full-time Facilities Technician to contribute to the daily operations and success of the airport. Operating under the general supervision of an administrative supervisor, this work involves performing a broad range of basic maintenance, repair and facility support tasks within the Syracuse Hancock International Airport terminal and associated airport properties.

Duties emphasize general upkeep and practical, hands-on problem solving rather than specialized or trade-specific craft work. Responsible for routine facility upkeep and minor, non-technical maintenance activities. Must have a strong sense of initiative and be eager to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You will be part of a team that strives to make Syracuse Hancock International Airport a best-in-class airport.

Must be able available to work second shift, weekends, and holidays due to 24/7 operations.

Job Description

Under general direction, a Facilities Technician may assist with straightforward tasks related to electrical, roofing, masonry, or locksmith work, but only at a basic or support capacity. The position may also operate standard tools or equipment for simple tasks that do not require advanced planning, layout, or precision workmanship. Employees occasionally assess minor maintenance needs, identify basic repair requirements, or provide rough cost estimates for small, routine tasks.

These assignments do not involve complex project evaluation or specialized knowledge of materials or trade practices. Work instructions may be provided verbally, electronically, or in writing, and may include simple sketches. Employees have flexibility in choosing practical methods to complete assigned tasks. Supervisory responsibilities are not typically assigned. Employees in this role must be able to exercise independent judgement based upon the situations encountered and their knowledge of industry best practices and a variety of operations manuals and procedures.

Performs related duties as required.

Typical Work Activities

• Repairs doors, window sash, storm windows, screens, window guards, locks and other door hardware, stairs, and railings; erects and moves partitions; assists in cutting, fitting, assembling, repairing, and erecting wooden objects and structures.
• Assembles, repairs, and installs wood, plastic and metal furniture and fixtures such as office chairs, wheelchairs, desks, cabinets, bookcases and modifies furniture by adding bumpers, padding or special protective devices to meet special needs of user.
• Performs basic plumbing tasks, including locating and clearing stoppages, repairing minor leaks, and identifying and shutting off water lines.
• Operates and performs routine maintenance on heating and hot water equipment including the replacement of parts such as filters; replaces or adjusts such components as thermostats and points.
• Points up brick and stonework; patches drywall, sets tile; lays brick or stone on a repair basis; replaces firebrick on a repair basis.
• Assists in repair and overhaul of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment utilizing methods of the HVAC trades.
• Overhauls locks and door checks; makes keys; installs locks and other door and window hardware; changes combinations on pin tumbler locks; and opens locks when keys are not available.
• Hand mixes plaster or cement and finishes concrete work or makes repairs by patching; may assist in the operation of a concrete mixer; may operate a concrete block machine.
• Does interior and exterior painting not requiring fine finish or decorative treatment, or assists a journey level employee in projects requiring high quality; applies primer and finishing coat using brush or spray gun; may paint vehicles and equipment; may do wall papering and spray painting.
• Repairs electrical equipment such as vacuum cleaners, fans, overhead door motors or other equipment with small motors.
• Authorized to reset a tripped circuit breaker once, only when an overload is…