Equipment Operator

$43,573 - $59,283/Yr

Nashville International Airport - Nashville, TN

Full-time - Entry Level

Nashville, TN

Support Activities for Transportation

About the position

The Equipment Operator is responsible for operating gasoline and diesel vehicles and equipment to perform airfield service and construction activities both on and off the airfield. This role includes providing frontline airport security observation, maintaining communication with air traffic control, and responding to airport emergencies. The Equipment Operator will also perform snow removal, conduct basic maintenance on vehicles, and assist with airfield security and maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operates vehicles and construction equipment to perform airfield service and construction activities.
• Provides frontline airport security observation and maintains security of airport perimeter and remote airfield border.
• Maintains airfield communication with air traffic control tower.
• Operates equipment safely around other people and possibly in a confined environment.
• Performs FAA FAR Part 139 training and testing annually, maintaining knowledge of FAA Specifications for the airfield.
• Responds to airport emergencies and inclement weather incidents during all hours, to include emergency pavement repairs.
• Performs snow removal to include extended stay at airport during events.
• Utilizes basic computer skills for training, testing, and GIS data entry.
• Backs up Airport Operations department during airfield closures by placing barricades and lighted equipment as necessary.
• Conducts basic maintenance on vehicles and small engines.
• Performs minor fence repairs.
• Performs trash pick-up.
• Provides escorts on the airfield as needed.
• Reports airfield security concerns.
• Provides backup assistance to all other airport maintenance departments as directed.
• Uses two-way airfield radio equipment to communicate with others.
• Works occasional off-hour schedule and over-time for nighttime operations.
• Directs traffic when needed.
• Maintains Movement Area Driver Status.
• Maintains regular on-time attendance.
• Follows all safety regulations.
• Supports MNAA's commitment to its culture and values, including Respect, Integrity, Service and Excellence (RISE).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or equivalent.
• 2-4 years of related experience.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) CLASS B.
• Air Operators Area (AOA) Clearance (within 180 days of hire).
• Forklift Certification (within 30 days of hire).

Nice-to-haves

• 4-7 years of related experience.

Benefits

• Deferred compensation plans.
• Educational Assistance.
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability Insurance.
• Health Screenings.
• Paid Holidays.
• Annual/Bereavement/Military Leave.