What are the responsibilities and job description for the Airport Maintenance Worker position at City of Sanford?
AIRPORT MAINTENANCE WORKER -
SANFORD SEACOAST REGIONAL AIRPORT
Take Your Career to New Heights – Join the City of Sanford as an Airport Maintenance Worker!
Are you ready to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where no two days are the same? Do you want to be part of a dedicated team helping keep planes flying safely while maintaining a vital regional transportation hub? The City of Sanford is seeking a motivated and dependable Airport Maintenance Worker to join our team at the Sanford Seacoast Regional Airport!
This is more than a maintenance job—it’s a rewarding opportunity to support aviation, help protect critical infrastructure, and serve the public with pride. You’ll work on a wide variety of systems, equipment, and facilities while gaining valuable hands-on experience and training in airport operations and maintenance.
This position will be responsible for the following:
· Maintain and improve airport buildings, runways, taxiways, lighting systems, ramps, and signage
· Operate and service a range of vehicles and heavy equipment—including loaders, tractors, snow blowers, and sweepers
· Monitor and report airport conditions, issue NOTAMs, and ensure safety and compliance with FAA standards
· Communicate with pilots and airport users via aviation radio
· Help implement wildlife hazard and stormwater management plans
· Participate in emergency operations and assist distressed aircraft
· Maintain the appearance of airport grounds and support seasonal operations like snow and ice control
The qualifications required for this position are as follows:
· High school diploma or GED (post-secondary training is a plus!)
· Ability to obtain a State of Maine Commercial Applicator’s License (6B General Vegetation Management) and Herbicide Applicator’s License within 6 months of hire
· A valid State of Maine Class II/B CDL and a clean driving record
· A team-first attitude, problem-solving skills, and willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays, and be on-call when needed
This position is a fantastic fit for someone who loves working outdoors, enjoys hands-on mechanical tasks, and takes pride in contributing to the safe and efficient operation of an essential public facility. Apply today if you want to be a part of a supportive team committed to excellence, safety, and service!
All applicants for positions requiring a CDL are required to pass a drug test as a prerequisite of employment and must also successfully pass a background check to the satisfaction of the City.
Application and instruction packets may be obtained from the Human Resources Department or online @ www.sanfordmaine.org under the Employment Opportunities icon.
Prospective candidates MUST submit all required documents at time of application. Incomplete positon inquiries, including those without will be rejected.
***Applications may be reviewed as received.***
Applications and Resumes must be returned in person, submitted online or mailed to:
Human Resources Department
City of Sanford, Maine
919 Main Street
Sanford, Maine 04073
Posting: Monday, June 1, 2026
Deadline: Until Position Is Filled
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The City of Sanford is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay: $28.37 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $28