Airfield Technician
The England Authority is looking for a candidate to fill our Airfield Technician position. This position works in and around the airfield at Alexandria International Airport.
The ideal candidate will have experience operating and performing daily routine maintenance on tractors and/or large grass cutting equipment. Experience working with large equipment in a regulated environment is a bonus for any applicant. The position also assists in the daily maintenance of the airport grounds at England Airpark to ensure that all airport facilities and services are compliant with federal regulations.
Other Duties:
- Assists with general maintenance of Airfield buildings and pavement to meet FAA requirements.
- Maintain grounds by cleaning, mowing, weeding and pruning; repairs and maintains irrigation systems.
- Assists the daily maintenance of taxiways, runways, and field lighting.
- Cleans, makes minor repairs, and conducts preventive maintenance.
- Assist in mixing and applying chemicals such as herbicide and pest applications, as well as fertilizers to ground areas.
- Performs troubleshooting electrical issues on airfield.
- Cleans equipment and tools after use and maintains cleanliness and order in storage areas.
- Operates ground moving equipment including front end loaders, runway broom, sweepers, dump trucks, back-hoe, and other related equipment to grade runways, taxiways, safety areas, and airport roadways.
- Performs other related duties, and/or general maintenance duties as assigned or requested.
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Three years of experience using large grass cutting equipment with routine maintenance.
- Must possess and maintain a valid vehicle operator’s license.
- Must pass a pre-employment and subsequent criminal background checks.
The England Economic and Industrial Development District is an independent political subdivision of the State of Louisiana. England Airpark is composed of 3600 acres which includes Alexandria International Airport (AEX). A mixed-use development, England Airpark has over 300 units of housing, 1.5 million square feet of commercial space. Aviation, transportation, manufacturing, education and health care opportunities exist on site.
For assistance in the application process, please call 318 -427-6406 or email: HR@englandairpark.org
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.