Seasonal Airport Maintainer

The City of Danbury is now hiring a Seasonal Airport Maintainer for the Summer 2026 season.

The City of Danbury is seeking a Seasonal Maintainer to support the upkeep and general maintenance of City Danbury Municipal Airport grounds. This position performs a variety of semi-skilled manual labor tasks related to landscaping and grounds keeping.

Work is performed under the supervision of a higher-level employee, with many tasks becoming routine after initial training. This position requires the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and to perform physically demanding tasks on a consistent basis. 

• Maintain airport grounds
• Perform landscaping tasks such as mowing, trimming, raking, planting, watering, and pruning trees and shrubs
• Operate and maintain light and medium-duty equipment, including mowers, tractors, blowers, rakes, and weedwhacker 
• Perform minor maintenance and basic repairs to tools and equipment
• Follow all safety procedures and report hazards, damages, or unsafe conditions
• Perform related duties as assigned

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to perform manual labor and work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Basic knowledge of grounds keeping tools, equipment, and safety practices preferred
• Ability to operate or learn to operate light equipment and vehicles

• Ability to follow instructions and work independently or as part of a team
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Basic mechanical aptitude for equipment use and maintenance
• Awareness of workplace safety practices
• Ability to complete repetitive tasks efficiently and accurately

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching
• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of materials up to 50 pounds; occasional lifting up to 100 pounds with assistance
• Ability to operate equipment and tools requiring manual dexterity
• Ability to work for extended periods outdoors in heat, cold, humidity, or inclement weather

• Work is performed primarily outdoors in the municipal airport setting
• Exposure to weather conditions, noise from equipment, and environmental elements such as dust, grass, and debris
• May involve working near active recreational areas and interacting with the public

Application Submission: Applications must be submitted online at www.danbury-ct.gov/employment. Qualified applicants must submit a completed application. Position open until filled.

Important Note:*Paper applications will not be accepted.* The application must be completed in its entirety. Omissions, false, misleading, or inaccurate information will result in the rejection of the application.

Contact Information: Please contact the Human Resources/Civil Service Department at (203) 797-4598 or humanresources@danbury-ct.gov if you need assistance or have general questions.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The City of Danbury will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of sex, race, color, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions, national origin, ancestry, age, veteran status, or disability, except where it is a bona fide occupational qualification.

We encourage African Americans, Women, Hispanics, and other minorities who meet the minimum qualifications to apply. EEO/M/F/D/V

Hours & Schedule

This is a temporary 60 day assignment for the Month of May and June. 

Hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.