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12.3% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. amarillo postings stay open a median of 11 days.

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  3. 12.3%7 days
  4. 19.7%14 days
  5. 35.6%30 days
  6. 58.0%60 days
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amarillo median: 11 days open

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JOB TITLE: Airport Mechanic III

JOB CLASS NUMBER: TRD962

PAY GRADE: G06

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

BUSINESS UNIT NAME: Airport Operations

REPORTS TO: Assigned by Airport Facilities Director

SUPERVISORY WORK: None

STARTING RATE: $26.00 per hour

Summary:

As a Building Mechanic III at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport, you will play an important role in maintaining a safe and functional environment for the traveling public, airport tenants, and employees. You will be part of one of three maintenance teams responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of airport facilities and critical infrastructure. Your responsibilities will include maintaining airport buildings, car wash equipment, baggage handling systems, irrigation systems, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems, as well as performing minor automation and controls work. This position offers the opportunity to apply your technical skills, troubleshoot a variety of systems, and contribute directly to the safe and efficient operation of the Airport.

What we Offer:

  • City of Amarillo benefits
  • Competitive pay
  • 4/10 work weeks
  • TMRS Retirement
  • Paid time off, paid sick days and paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement. Must meet city qualifications
  • City health plans
  • Compensation pay for qualified certificates
  • Tool allowance

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Performs carpentry, plumbing, electrical and mechanical repairs to buildings and facilities; and paints wood and metal surfaces.
  • Instructs and leads lower-level Airport Mechanics and Airport Utility Workers as part of a formal training program.
  • Verifies work orders to determine priorities.
  • Communicates with the Air Traffic Control Tower and pilots to be able to work in and around aircraft traffic on the taxiways and runways.
  • Inspects buildings and equipment to assure proper operation and condition; determine needed repairs or maintenance.
  • Inspects boilers/chillers for any repairs needed.
  • Dismantles, repairs, and reassembles electrical wiring, replaces bulbs and capacitors, heating, air conditioning, plumbing and similar facilities.
  • Inspect jet bridges for maintenance and repairs.
  • Inspects air handlers for maintenance and repairs.
  • Inspects conveyor system for maintenance and repairs.
  • Inspects terminal/concourse for any repairs needed.
  • Performs general maintenance on sanitary and mechanical systems of buildings.
  • Maintains the overall condition of the buildings and/or airfield.
  • Mixes and applies paints.
  • Installs and repairs floor coverings.
  • Welds steps, walkways, brackets and piping with gas or arc welding equipment.
  • Operates equipment to remove contaminants from runways, taxiways, ramps, and parking areas.
  • Operates light to medium automotive equipment, large trucks with dump beds and snow removal plows attached. Also operates tractors with front end loaders, various snow removal equipment, forklifts and tractors with shredders attached.
  • Assists with issues concerning previous work orders, through email, over the phone and in person, as needed.
  • Oversees airfield repairs including lighting, painting, surface repair and airfield lighting systems.
  • Approves purchases up to $1,000 without approval from supervisor.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Requires a High School Diploma or its equivalent and a minimum three years of building and facilities maintenance experience, including at least three years of experience installing, maintaining and repairing HVAC and mechanical systems and equipment. FAA Part 139 KAMA Airfield movement area Certified within 45 days of employment, FEMA N.I.M.S. - ICS-100, ICS-200 and ICS-700 Certified within 30 days of employment, SIDA (FAR) part 107.205 clearance, Commercial Class B Driver’s License, preferred. Must be able to pass a 10 year CHRC and drug/alcohol screening..

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  • Ability to operate small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems.
  • Ability to operate hand drill, drill press, table saw, grinder, sander, welding machinery, dwell meter, front end loaders, dump truck, snow removal equipment and tractor.
  • Ability to repair, develop or install telecommunications systems.
  • Ability to repair, develop or install computer hardware or network systems.
  • Ability to supervise employees using or repairing heavy or complex machinery.
  • Ability to operate computers for data entry and word processing.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skill.
  • Ability to work cooperatively in a team setting.
  • Ability to safely operate and repair medium equipment and machinery, such as scissor lifts, forklifts, vehicles or commercial mowers.
  • Ability to safely operate and repair heavy or complex machinery, such as HVAC systems, construction equipment, or water plants.

ADA PROFILE

Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The employee must also balance, climb tower up to 100’, work from aerial lift up to 100’, crawl, crouch, walk, stand, kneel, stoop, sit, hear, crouch, feel, finger, grasp, handle, reach, pull, push, speak, see, and talk. Also requires the ability to make rational decisions and perform repetitive motions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee works in a dynamic environment that requires being sensitive to change and responsive to changing goals, priorities, and needs. The employee works in an environment with heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to co-workers or others. The employee works in a dynamic indoor and outdoor environment in all types of weather that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands. Employee is available for call back including nights, weekends, holidays and inclement weather.

About Us:

Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport (AMA) serves the Texas Panhandle and surrounding areas with commercial service to Dallas, Denver, Houston, and Las Vegas, with more on the way. We are known for our innovation, leadership, drive for excellence and talented employees.Our success is made possible because of the diverse talents of our employees who champion our mission of providing an exceptional airport experience to our customers. We’re looking for the best talent to join us and help reimagine what an airport can be.Bring your talents to AMA. “Come Live, Work & Grow” with us at Amarillo International Airport.

The City of Amarillo is an Equal Opportunity employer and encourages applications from eligible and qualified persons regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law.

The City of Amarillo provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case by case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 806-378-4294.

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