NATURE OF WORK

This is skilled work in the operation of light and heavy trucks, tractors and related
automotive equipment, general construction, and custodial duties.

Work involves responsibility for the skilled and safe operation of trucks, tractors
and other automotive equipment and for prompt performance of assigned tasks. Work
also involves assisting in all phases of construction. An employee in this class performs
general laboring duties. Work also includes janitorial duties of buildings. Supervision is
received from Airport Operations Supervisor.

This job is 40 hours per week, includes seasonal evening and weekend overtime
work due to snow removal and working diversions (explained at interview)

 

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

Maintain and complete minor repairs on plumbing fixtures and equipment
including leaking faucets, clogged drains, toilets, pipes, valves, drinking fountains and
other related plumbing fixtures; complete minor repairs and replacements on electrical
fixtures and equipment including airport terminal runway and lights, switches, outlets,
fuses, bulbs, emergency light systems and other related electrical components.

 

Perform minor carpentry and building maintenance work including priming and
painting walls; patching holes and repairing plaster; cleaning/exchanging heating and air
conditioning filters; perform general grounds maintenance work including mowing
runways and taxiways, roadways and surrounding grassland areas utilizing commercial
mowing and trimming equipment; prune bushes and trees; remove snow using hand snow
blowers and occasionally remove snow from runways, taxiways and roads with large
snow removal equipment.

Perform general laboring duties in connection with assigned projects; may
supervise subordinate employees engaged in general labor and equipment operation on an
assigned project; utilize two-way radio to maintain communications with office and
supervisor personnel.

 

Maintain fire station and airport terminal buildings by means of the following
activities: sweep, vacuum, mop and buff floors; wash ceilings, woodwork and windows;
dust furniture, countertops and related items; strip and wax floors; clean and sanitize
restrooms; clean light fixtures; empty wastebaskets and ashtrays and move furniture and
prepare facility space for meetings and community events.

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Assist in conducting and ordering inventory of supplies and equipment for airport
terminal and fire station; maintain inventory, maintenance and service records as needed;
ensure facility security as appropriate.

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• Must be able to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

• Ability to perform physical duties indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.

• Must be active with the Airport Fire Department and respond as needed.

• Computer experience a plus - MS Word and EXCEL, other programs will be taught.

• All other duties as assigned.

 

DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGES, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS

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• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance characteristics of light and heavy trucks, tractors and related automotive equipment.

• Knowledge of the operating hazards and of the safety rules and precautions applicable to the equipment being operated.

• Ability to detect needed repairs and to make minor field repairs and adjustments to service equipment.

• Knowledge of the methods, practices, tools, equipment, and materials utilized in a variety of building maintenance and craft disciplines.

• Knowledge of the work standards and safe work practices associated with building maintenance and craft disciplines.

• Knowledge of proper cleaning methods, procedures and materials and the operation and care of various types of cleaning equipment.

• Ability to inspect and determine the extent of needed repair for plumbing, carpentry, mechanical and other systems.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.

• Skill in the use of hand and power tools and equipment utilized in a variety of craft disciplines.

• Skill in the operation and routine maintenance of cleaning, mowing, firefighting and heavy construction equipment.

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DESIRABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Completion of high school and experience in the operation of light and heavy-duty construction equipment; experience in building maintenance and custodial work.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Completion of high school and some experience in the operation of light and
heavy-duty construction equipment, some experience in building maintenance or
custodial work or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides
the desirable knowledge, abilities and skills.

Employees of Western Nebraska Regional Airport shall be a member of the
Western Nebraska Regional Airport Fire Department. It is a condition of employment
that said employees meet all training requirements as required by State and Federal law.

 

Salary to commensurate with experience.

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NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

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• Possession of a valid State of Nebraska driver’s license.

• Background check and a drug test is required.

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