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Airport Maintenance Technician

Gary/Chicago International Airport
Gary, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/4/2026

Position: Airport Maintenance Technician

Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor and Airport Management

Airport: Gary / Chicago International Airport (GYY)

Key Responsibilities (Essential):

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing service and repairs of HVAC systems, plumbing, carpentry, asphalt work and grounds maintenance. Essential characteristics of this position are the ability to operate mobile equipment proficiently, perform inspections, adjustments, and repairs to facilities, operating equipment, and airport infrastructure. Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and specifications.

The Maintenance Technician essential duties will include the following activities:

· Demonstrate proficiency in the operation of construction equipment such as front-end loaders, hi-speed mobile sweepers, tractors with mowing deck, lawn mower (push and riding), and snow removal equipment. Operates all major snow removal equipment and may be called up to train other shop personnel in the snow removal and ice control techniques and equipment.

· Perform a wide variety of maintenance airside and landside duties including but not limited to: moving equipment and machinery, mowing cutting of grass, topping and pruning to trees, specialized pavement repairs, joint and crack sealing, painting of aeronautical pavements, repairing brick and block, concrete repairs, sand blasting and installation of asphalt/concrete.

· Qualified to use a variety of hand and power tools to complete assignments. Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and associated tools.

· Perform routine building maintenance to roofs, windows, doors, ceilings, walls etc. Perform routine painting, spackling and taping.

· Is an essential member of the airport team and may be called upon to respond to airport emergencies

i.e. Part 139 issues and participates in snow and ice removal.

· May be called upon to work overtime, irregular hours in the event of an emergency and/or snow removal operations as determined by the Department Manager.

· Participate in the development, implementation, and improvements to company sponsored occupational safety and health committees, OSHA regulatory programs, driver-training programs, and/or any other related committee designed for improvements in site operations.

· Participate in the Total Quality Management effort.

· May be required to work irregular hours and/or work under adverse weather and working conditions.

· Heavy lifting or pushing may be required.

· May be required to work at extreme heights for certain assignments.

· Perform all other duties as may be assigned.

Professional Experience/ Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the selected individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· High school diploma or equivalent.

· At least 1-year’s maintenance experience.

· Must possess hands-on maintenance experience of heavy equipment.

· Demonstrates general grounds/facility maintenance knowledge.

· Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardizations exist.

· Excellent communication skills.

· Demonstrated proficient level of MS office tools.

Compensation

· Competitive compensation package.

Non-Discrimination Commitment

· GCIA policies focus on eliminating all discrimination based on gender, race, ethnicity, indigenous identity, disability, sexual orientation, and gender identity.

· GCIA commitment to gender equality and non-discrimination focuses on issues related to equal opportunities and treatment for all women and men in the employees’ recruitment, selection, and promotion, compensation, and development processes.

Education, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

· High school diploma or equivalent.

· Demonstrated maintenance experience required.

· Must possess a valid Drivers’ License as a condition of employment.

· Must be eligible to obtain all Airport staff access and security clearances from the Authorities.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle to feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear; and smell. The employee will occasionally be required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.27 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

  • Gary, IN 46406: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21

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