Airport - Night Terminal Service Maintenance Technician II

Facilities Maintenance Worker

Employer: City of Melbourne

Salary: $45,908.72 - $71,516.64 Annually

Location: Melbourne - Orlando International Airport, FL

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 01819

Division: Terminal Building

Opening Date: 06/05/2026

Closing Date: Continuous

Description

The incumbent performs hands-on facilities maintenance in a variety of light construction, carpentry, preventive maintenance, repair, and upkeep projects. The incumbent is expected to be able to perform any and all tasks required in the role, including maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, and general building upkeep within a fast-paced environment. The incumbent will assist in supervising and, in some cases, provide corrective action to leadership over contract unskilled or semi-skilled workers. This position falls within the Airport Operations and Maintenance department, and as such, department efficiencies require that the position be capable of cross-utilization. Accordingly, this position requires the incumbent to complete Airfield Driver, Airfield inspections, and Wildlife training for airfield duties as required. *This position is posted on a continuous basis and may close with or without notice.

Examples of Duties

• Performs preventative maintenance and monitors, as applicable, the repair and/or replacement of Airport baggage belt systems, passenger boarding bridges, HVAC systems, fire and door alarm systems, lighting controls, automatic doors, irrigation systems, elevators, escalators, and a variety of terminal area equipment.
• Performs scheduled preventative maintenance on various pieces of Airport equipment (e.g., floor scrubber)
• Performs a variety of manual labor, including but not limited to AHU filter and belt changes, trash and debris pick up, sweeping and mopping surfaces, repairing and/or installing fencing, and washing windows to a height of 50 feet using an electric lift.
• Maintains plumbing system in terminal building and Airport properties.
• Performs duties and assists the supervisor in the proper operation and maintenance of HVAC systems, passenger loading bridges, baggage conveyor systems, fire and door alarm systems, lighting controls, automatic doors, public address systems, gates, irrigation systems, and 400 Hz power supply systems for aircraft.
• Operates both power and hand tools, automatic floor scrubbing machine, large commercial vacuums, buffers, man lifts, commercial carpet cleaning machines and extractors.
• Assists technicians in the removal and replacement of a variety of components, including but not limited to electrical components, mechanical systems components, and loading Bridge tire assemblies. (Note: Heavy Lifting required.
• Assists, as needed, with terminal inventory control to include, but not limited to, monitoring and/or documenting quantities, re-stocking shelves, and requisitioning supplies to maintain stocks.
• Trains new custodial personnel and oversees/assigns work for custodial staff, as necessary.
• Supervises and gives technical direction, and performs construction, maintenance, repair and replacement of Airport facilities and grounds.
• Assists staff during emergencies involving aircraft or vehicle accidents, incidents, inclement weather, and assists in fuel spill cleanups.
• Works during hazardous weather events (e.g., hurricanes), emergencies, special events, holidays, and overtime, as necessary.
• Required to work overtime or alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the airport.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, on-call schedule and be available for response to after-hour emergencies.
• Performs other assigned duties as assigned.
• Additional Job Functions obtained through on-the-job training:
  • Drives vehicles and equipment on Airport runways, ramps, taxiways, aircraft parking areas, and safety areas.
  • Coordinates radio directions and from the Air Traffic Control Tower via the Airport ground control radio frequency.
  • Conducts FAR Part 139 airfield inspections to include safety inspections of runways, taxiways, aircraft parking areas, and lighting systems); assesses airfield conditions for safe aircraft operations, records discrepancies, issues airport NOTAMs and generates work orders as required.
  • Conducts inspections of airport facilities, ensuring satisfactory levels of service, repair and maintenance, generating work orders as required.
  • Conducts wildlife management in accordance with the airport's approved Wildlife Hazard Management Plan.
  • Responds to airport emergencies and other incidents at the airport in accordance with the airport's approved Airport Emergency Plan.
  • Performs and documents findings of FAA-required airfield safety inspections. Notifies supervisor of safety concerns.
  • Serves as an Airport Wildlife Officer capable of conducting wildlife inspections, wildlife identification, wildlife hazing/harassment and depredation, if required.
  • Prepares work orders and records results of airfield inspections to maintain FAA 139 compliance.
  • Records wildlife incidents, locations, and movements in and around the airport.
  • Performs other assigned duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Two (2) years of experience performing routine building maintenance
• High School or vocational training and substantial practical experience in general trades work.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license.
• Pass a pre-hire drug screen and random alcohol and drug testing.
• Pass federal fingerprint based criminal history background check.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Visual acuity of 20/40
• Ability to see and work at night in dimly lit conditions as necessary and during inclement weather.
• Knowledge of two-way radio communication skills, utilizing aviation radio procedures, and use of phonetic alphabet.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety rules.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and techniques used in building and ground maintenance.
• Knowledge of local and National Electrical Codes, building codes, plumbing codes, and fire safety codes.
• Knowledge of safety precautions and practices common to electrical work and safety precautions in an aviation environment.
• Ability to speak, read, and write fluent English and to understand written and oral directions.
• Ability to work on highly technical aircraft-related operating equipment with the highest degree of safety.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other supervisors, Airport tenants, contractors, subordinates, and fellow workers.
• Ability to work various shifts as assigned.
• Ability to supervise and instruct personnel in the performance of the duties assigned.
• Ability to perform hard manual labor in all weather conditions.
• Ability to walk and work on unstable soil conditions.
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions, day or night, including very hot and humid weather.
• Ability to respond to emergencies in a timely manner.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The work is medium and requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force, consistent lifting, up to 100 pounds occasionally. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work is performed frequently in both outdoor and indoor environments. Outdoor environments include exposure to summer and winter temperatures.
• Work environment frequently involves exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and outdoor weather conditions.
• Work environment occasionally involves exposure to high, precarious places, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.

Benefits

The City of Melbourne offers a generous benefit package to include:

• 100% City paid medical insurance for employee only; coverage available for family
• Health Insurance opt-out incentive for employees with other medical coverage
• Dental. Vision
• Life Insurance in the