As infrastructure critical to the region's growth and prosperity, BNA is a vital asset for Middle Tennessee and serves as a gateway to Music City and beyond. According to a recent State of Tennessee study, in 2019 alone, BNA generated more than $9.9 billion in total economic impact. BNA supported more than 76,000 jobs in the region and produced more than $443 million in state, local and federal taxes. BNA receives no local tax dollars. For more information, visit flynashville.com. Follow us on Facebook: @NashvilleInternationalAirport, Twitter: @Fly_Nashville and Instagram: @FlyNashville. Learn about New Horizon, our second renovation and construction program for the airport, at BNANewHorizon.com.
Hiring Process:
- Apply online
- Interview(s)
- Offer
- Ten (10) year background check, including criminal history check, motor vehicle check, pre-employment drug screen and breath alcohol test
- Onboarding
Benefits:
- Deferred compensation plans
- Educational Assistance
- Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability Insurance
- Health Screenings
- Paid Holidays
- Annual/Bereavement/Military Leave
Accepting Applications until filled.
Starting Salary Range $43,573 - $59,283
Shift: A-shift Flexile hours
Job Summary: The Equipment Operator is responsible for operating gasoline and diesel vehicles and equipment to perform airfield service and construction activities both on and off the airfield.
Essential Job Duties:
- Operates vehicles and construction equipment to perform airfield service and construction activities.
- Provides frontline airport security observation and maintains security of airport perimeter and remote airfield border.
- Maintains airfield communication with air traffic control tower.
- Operates equipment safely around other people and possibly in a confined environment.
- Performs FAA FAR Part 139 training and testing annually, maintaining knowledge of FAA Specifications for the airfield.
- Responds to airport emergencies and inclement weather incidents during all hours, to include emergency pavement repairs.
- Performs snow removal to include extended stay at airport during events.
- Utilizes basic computer skills for training, testing, and GIS data entry.
- Backs up Airport Operations department during airfield closures by placing barricades and lighted equipment as necessary.
- Conducts basic maintenance on vehicles and small engines.
- Preforms minor fence repairs.
- Performs trash pick-up.
- Provides escorts on the airfield as needed.
- Reports airfield security concerns.
- Provides backup assistance to all other airport maintenance departments as directed.
- Uses two-way airfield radio equipment to communicate with others.
- Works occasional off-hour schedule and over-time for nighttime operations.
- Directs traffic when needed.
- Maintains Movement Area Driver Status
- Maintains regular on-time attendance.
- Follows all safety regulations.
- Supports MNAA's commitment to its culture and values, including Respect, Integrity, Service and Excellence (RISE).
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics:
- Safety and Security: Knowledge of equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote safety and security.
- Mechanical Systems: Knowledge of techniques and safety practices used in the installation and maintenance of mechanical systems.
- Receiving Direction: Skill in receiving and following written and oral direction.
- Equipment Operation: Skill in operating diesel and gas powered equipment used for construction and maintenance.
- Leadership: Skill in leading, taking charge, and offering opinions and direction.
- Dependability: Acts reliably and responsibly with others.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secure Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge.
Qualifications:
Required:
- H.S. Diploma or equivalent.
- 2-4 years of related experience.
- Valid Driver's License.
- Air Operators Area (AOA) Clearance (within 180 days of hire)
- Forklift Certification (within 30 days of hire)
Preferred:
- 4-7 years of related experience.
- Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) CLASS B
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