Maintenance Worker

AIRPORT MAINTENANCE WORKER I/II

Aviation & Transportation Department

$1,500 sign-on bonus and up to $2,500 relocation reimbursement offered to qualifying external applicants

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Ready to take your career to new heights? The Portland International Jetport is looking for motivated, hands-on individuals to join our team as full-time Airport Maintenance Workers. If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced, high-energy environment and takes pride in keeping things running smoothly and safely—this is your opportunity to make a real impact! These positions are second shift, 3:00pm - 11:30pm. Final shift will be determined during the training perio

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In this dynamic role, you’ll be at the heart of airport maintenance and operations, using your skills across a variety of trades to help maintain, repair, and improve our buildings, equipment, and airfield. No two days are the same at Maine’s busiest airport. Join us and be part of the team that keeps the Jetport moving - 24/7, 365 days a ye

ar.
What You'll

• Do:Oversee maintenance tasks on everything from airport buildings to runways, both airside and land
• sideOperate a variety of vehicles and heavy equipment, including snowplows, loaders, and swee
• persWork closely with other airport divisions to ensure smooth day-to-day operat
• ionsConduct wildlife management to ensure safety of airc
• raftAssist with snow and ice control operations during winter mo
• nthsMaintain landscaping, signage, and safety areas around the air
• portSpecialized airport pain
• tingCollaborate on projects that have a direct impact on the traveling pu

blic
Who You

• Are:Eager to learn and stay current with FAA and airport safety regula
• tionsA team player who works well with others but can also get the job done independ
• entlyDetail-oriented, dependable, and safety-fo
• cusedComfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions and adapting to changing prior
• itiesMechanically inclined or experienced in trades such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, or heavy equipment oper
• ationMission-driven team that keeps our airport safe and operat

ional
Why Jo

• in Us?Work in an exciting, fast-paced aviation environment at Portland International J
• etportBe part of a mission-driven team that keeps our airport safe and opera
• tionalCompetitive pay and benefits p
• ackageOpportunities for training, growth, and advan
• cementPride in supporting a vital transportation hub for the

region
Applications accepted until May 15

, 2026.
Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of TSA background check per TSA part 1542 and clear driving

record.
Salary &

• Benefits:This is a union position, Labor & Trades (Grade 16A without CDL | Grade 1
• 9A w/CDL)16A Starting base hourly pay rate of $25.98/hr wi
• thout CDL19A Starting base pay rate with CDL
• $28.44/hrPlus weekend/2nd shift differentials and available overtime, with wage adjustments in accordance with the Labor and Trades Collective Bargaining A

greement.
The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work en

vironment.
City benefi

• ts include:Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness
• incentivesThirteen pa
• id holidaysSick, vacation, and per
• sonal leaveLife, dental, vision and income protection
• insurancesChoice of retirement plans, including a p
• ension planUse of City recreation
• facilitiesFitness Re
• imbursementDiscount on professional development programs through USM and Tho

mas College
If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at jobs@portlandmaine.gov or call 2

07-874-8624.
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@portl