What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grounds Maintenance Technician position at Express Employment Professionals - Columbia?
Pay: $20.00/hour
Schedule:
Summer: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM-2:00 PM
Winter: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
Paid 1-hour lunch
100% outdoor position
We are looking for a Grounds Maintenance Technician to help maintain airport grounds and airfield property. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in maintaining safe, well-kept grounds. No prior airfield experience is required—we provide comprehensive training.
ResponsibilitiesOperate large commercial riding mowers.
Perform weed eating, trimming, and mulching.
Complete general grounds maintenance and landscaping duties.
Maintain airport and airfield property.
Follow all airfield safety procedures and regulations.
Communicate with airport personnel as needed while working in secured areas.
Commercial riding mower operation.
Weed eater and landscape equipment operation.
Airfield and runway safety procedures.
Airport control tower communication.
OSHA and airport-specific safety training.
Valid driver's license required.
Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Ability to pass a TSA background investigation.
Successfully complete a 7-panel drug screen.
TB test required.
Physical examination required (provided through Lexington Medical).
Hiring Process
Please note that the TSA background investigation can take anywhere from a few days to two weeks before a start date can be confirmed.
Salary : $19 - $20