Do you want to work for an organization with a purpose? Come work for the Metropolitan Airports Commission!  Our award-winning Field Maintenance team is committed to providing exceptional airport experiences, so Minnesota thrives.

We are looking to add dedicated team members to keep the runways at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport clear for departure!  In the winter months, this team is busy clearing snow from runways, taxi ways, roadways, terminals, and public areas.  When the snow is not falling, our Airport Maintenance Workers are busy with grounds keeping, mowing, trash removal, fence installation, concrete and asphalt repairs, and other duties that keep the airport looking great!

For a look at our award-winning team in action and to see some of the types of equipment they operate during winter events, click the following link:  MSP Winter Snow Event.

Pay Differentials/Incentives

  • +$0.60/hour - Class A CDL -OR- +$.40/hour - Forklift Certification
  • +1.25/hour - 2nd Shift
  • +$2.00/hour - 3rd Shift

     

  • Current Shifts*

    Shift Work Days Working Hours
    Day Monday - Friday 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
    Afternoon Monday - Friday 2:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
    Night Sunday - Thursday 10:00 p.m. - 6:30 a.m. 
    Weekend Day Saturday - Wednesday 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
    Weekend Afternoon Saturday - Wednesday 2:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

* Shift assignments are bid twice each calendar year, based on seniority. Note that new employees typically start on the day shift for the training period before moving to their assigned shift.

In addition to competitive hourly wages, workers can also earn overtime and longevity pay.  

This is a safety-sensitive position which will require a pre-employment drug screen.

For a complete job description and to apply online. Please visit our website.
 

Summary of Duties

Primarily performs maintenance duties to FAA standards, which include skilled and semi-skilled level work required to maintain the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport’s airfields, grounds, and roadway maintenance functions. The work may be in close proximity of aircraft operations.  Typical work includes snow and ice control on airfield and in public areas such as roadways and terminal areas. Performs grounds keeping, concrete and asphalt pavement repairs, truck driving, mowing, weeding, fence installation and repair, garbage removal and general cleanup of the airfield and public areas of the airport.
 

Snow and Ice Removal
  • Function as an equipment operator performing snow and ice removal using specialized snow removal equipment; i.e., multi-function equipment (MFE), runway snow blowers, runway plows and brooms, ramp push plows, tractors, sanders, liquid chemical dispensing vehicles and snow hauling vehicles.
  • Perform manual snow removal duties.
Landscaping/Grounds Keeping
  • Perform skilled level work in a variety of landscaping grounds keeping duties including landscaping and turf management, grading and rut/depression filling, and application of weed control chemicals.
  • Plant, cut, and trim trees, shrubs, and flowering plants; install ornamental landscaping fixtures.
  • Safely operate diesel-powered tractors with mower attachments, small tractors, riding mowers and other powered landscaping equipment.
Bituminous and Concrete Repair
  • Perform bituminous/asphalt and concrete repairs on runways, taxiways, aircraft aprons, parking ramps, parking lots, sidewalks, roadways, and other public areas.
  • Perform joint seal repairs including sawing, routing, and installation of hot-application joint seal material.
  • Pour concrete for repair of sewers, drains, catch basins and larger concrete repairs.
  • Perform brick or block work as needed.
  • Provide traffic control at work sites.
Fence, Sign and Gate Construction and Maintenance
  • Install, assemble, cut and repair chain-link fence, barbed wire and sliding gate sections, both manual and electric type.
  • Install, repair and replace signage, signposts and other support structures.
General Airport Cleaning
  • Perform general cleaning of runways, taxiways, aircraft parking aprons, parking lots, roadways.  
  • Safely operate power sweepers, backpack blowers, power washers, vacuums, and other equipment.
Environmental Duties
  • Perform rubbish and trash removal, including manual collection as required.
  • Empty trash receptacles and transfer debris to dumpsters or disposal sites as directed.
  • Perform inspections of drainage systems and check operation of storm water control equipment.
  • Install and replace absorbent collection devices at appropriate locations.
  • Assist in containing and recovering fuel spills, oil spills and other pollutants on airport surfaces or near airport, rivers, lakes, streams and catch basins.
General Duties
  • Operate mobile and base-station radio equipment; maintain contact with air traffic control and airport personnel while performing airfield duties according to Federal Aviation Administration regulations and Airport Operations Area movement area procedures.
  • Operate, listen, and respond to multiple radios and communication devices.
  • Train co-workers on the safe and proper use of equipment.
  • Assist trades, contractors, and other personnel as directed.
  • Assist with equipment maintenance, cleaning, and care.
  • May assist with parts pick-up and delivery.

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Metropolitan Airports Commission