AIRPORT MAINTENANCE MANAGER

AIRPORT MAINTENANCE MANAGER

AIRPORT MAINTENANCE MANAGER
Aviation & Transportation Department – Portland International Jetport

$1,500 Sign-on Bonus and up to $2500 Relocation Assistance available to qualified external candidates!

The Portland International Jetport is on the lookout for an Airport Maintenance Manager who is driven, dynamic, and ready to lead a talented team. As PWM's Maintenance Manager, you’ll supervise a high-performing crew including two Maintenance Supervisors, two Airfield Electricians, and 12 skilled maintenance workers. This key leadership role reports directly to the Deputy Director of Operations and Maintenance, offering you a chance to make a lasting impact at one of the most forward-thinking airports in the region. We’re seeking a visionary leader who is innovative, strategic, and passionate about driving continuous improvement. If you thrive on developing people, solving challenges, and improving processes, we want to hear from you! Your expertise in snow removal, airport maintenance, and construction, combined with your natural leadership, will help you lead our dedicated team to success. Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and adaptability are key to ensuring a positive, efficient, and safe work environment.

Why You’ll Love This Opportunity:

• Make a Difference: Drive innovation, optimize processes, and build a strong team culture
  
• Core Values: Be part of a team that champions Safety, Service, Teamwork, and Trust.
  
• Grow with Us: Leverage your background to shape the future of our airport and impact thousands of travelers.

What We’re Looking For:

• A strong leader with proven skills in coaching, mentoring, and team development.
  
• Experience in airport snow removal, maintenance, and construction.
  
• Proactive, forward-thinking problem solver who embraces change and fosters a positive work culture.
  
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle the fast-paced, ever-changing airport environment.
  
TSA Criminal Background clearance (TSR Part 1542) to obtain an airport security badge is required.

Join us in reinforcing our commitment to excellence, safety, and service!

Applications accepted until August 7, 2026.
Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary & Benefits:

This is a non union position, Grade C45, with a starting pay range of $89,054/year - $103,255.00/year.

For more information about compensation with the City of Portland, please refer to the City’s policies and pay plan.

The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment.
City benefits include:

• Free employee health insurance with the completion of City wellness program.
  
• Thirteen paid holidays
  
• Sick, vacation, and personal leave
  
• Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances
  
• Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan
  
• Use of City recreation facilities
  
• Fitness Reimbursement
  
• Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at jobs@portlandmaine.gov or call 207-874-8624.

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov.

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Group : NON UNION

Job Family : AVIATION

Posting Start : 07/10/2026

Posting End : 08/07/2026

Details : Job Description