Description
Do you want to work for an organization with a purpose? Come work for the Metropolitan Airports Commission! Our award-winning Field Maintenance team is committed to providing exceptional airport experiences, so Minnesota thrives!
The Metropolitan Airports Commission is accepting applications to fill multiple Seasonal Airport Maintenance Worker positions. These positions are benefitted and scheduled for 40 hours per week.
As a Seasonal Airport Maintenance Worker, you will team up with our award-winning Field Maintenance crew to ensure MSP winter operations run smoothly! The primary responsibility of a Seasonal Airport Maintenance Worker is to maintain the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport’s airfields, grounds, and roadway maintenance functions. This includes snow and ice control on the airfield and on public areas such as roadways and terminal areas of the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport. In addition, this position performs grounds keeping, concrete and asphalt pavement repairs, truck driving, mowing, weeding, fence installation and repair, garbage removal and general cleanup of the airfield and public areas of the airport.
For a look at our award-winning team in action and to see some of the types of equipment they operate during winter events, click the following link: MSP Winter Snow Event.
Hourly Rate $28.463/hour Pay Differentials/Incentives +$0.60/hour for Class A CDL -or- +$0.40/hour for Forklift Certification +$1.25/hour for 2nd Shift +$2.00/hour for 3rd Shift Current Shifts Shift Days Hours Day Monday - Friday 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Afternoon Monday - Friday 2:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Night Sunday - Thursday 10:00 p.m. - 6:30 a.m. Weekend Day Saturday - Wednesday 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Weekend Afternoon Saturday - Wednesday 2:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m. Note: Positions will most likely be on the Night shift. New employees typically start on the day shift for the training period before moving to their assigned shift.
This is a safety-sensitive position which will require a pre-employment drug screen.
Questions regarding this position can be directed to Alaina Reede at alaina.reede@mspmac.org or at (612) 725-4690.
Applications will be accepted until 3:00 PM on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
For a complete job description and to apply online. Please visit our website at https://www.metroairports.org/about-us/careers.
Responsibilities
Position Description:
Summary of Duties
- Primarily performs maintenance duties to FAA standards, which include skilled and semi-skilled level work required to maintain the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport’s airfields, grounds, and roadway maintenance functions.
- The work may be in close proximity of aircraft operations.
- Typical work includes snow and ice control on airfield and in public areas such as roadways and terminal areas.
- Performs grounds keeping, concrete and asphalt pavement repairs, truck driving, mowing, weeding, fence installation and repair, garbage removal and general cleanup of the airfield and public areas of the airport.
Snow and Ice Removal
- Function as an equipment operator performing snow and ice removal using specialized snow removal equipment, i.e., multi-function equipment (MFE), runway snow blowers, runway plows and brooms, ramp push plows, tractors, sanders, liquid chemical dispensing vehicles and snow hauling vehicles.
- Perform manual snow removal operations duties. Landscaping/Grounds Keeping
- Perform skilled level work in a variety of landscaping grounds keeping duties including landscaping and turf management, grading and rut/depression filling, and application of weed control chemicals. Plant, cut, and trim trees, shrubs and flowering plants; install ornamental landscaping fixtures.
- Safely operate diesel-powered tractors with mower attachments, small tractors, riding mowers and other powered landscaping equipment. Bituminous and Concrete Repair
- Perform bituminous and concrete repairs on runways, taxiways, aircraft aprons, parking ramps, parking lots, sidewalks, roadways and other public areas.
- Perform joint seal repairs including sawing, routing and installation of hot-application joint seal material. Pour concrete for repair of sewers, drains, catch basins and larger concrete repairs. Perform brick or block work as needed. Provide traffic control at work sites.
- Fence, Sign and Gate Construction and Maintenance
- Install, assemble, cut and repair chain-link fence, barbed wire and sliding gate sections, both manual and electric type.
- Install, repair and replace signage, signposts and other support structures.
- General Airport Cleaning
- Perform general cleaning of runways, taxiways, aircraft parking aprons, parking lots, roadways.
- Safely operate power sweepers, backpack blowers, power washers, vacuums and other equipment.
- Environmental Duties
- Perform rubbish and trash removal, including manual collection as required. Empty trash receptacles and transfer debris to dumpsters or disposal sites as directed. Perform inspections of drainage systems and check operation of storm water control equipment.
- Install and replace absorbent collection devices at appropriate locations.
- Assist in containing and recovering fuel spills, oil spills and other pollutants on airport surfaces or near airport rivers, lakes, streams and catch basins.
- General Duties
- Operate mobile and base-station radio equipment; maintain contact with airport tower while performing airfield duties according to Federal Aviation Administration regulations and Airport Operations Area movement area procedures.
- Train co-workers on the safe and proper use of equipment. Assist trades, contractors, and other personnel as directed. Assist in equipment maintenance, cleaning and care.
- May assist with parts pick-up and delivery. Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Position Requirements:
Minimum Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Possession of a Class A -Or- Class B Commercial Driver’s license permit and the ability to obtain a Class A or B Commercial Driver's license (CDL) with airbrake endorsement within six (6) months of employment.
- Satisfactory driving record (see definition under 'Other Information').
- Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods including shoveling, carrying, etc.
- Ability to lift, carry, and position up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to work outdoors under severe and varying weather conditions for extended periods of time.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Ability to pass a criminal history and employment background check.
- Ability to pass a physical examination.
Desirable Requirements
- Possession of a valid state issued Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL) with airbrake endorsement.
- Previous field maintenance experience at MSP or another airport.
- Two years of work experience operating commercial-rated vehicles, heavy equipment, and/or large agricultural machinery.
- Previous work experience in snow removal operations using a variety of snow removal equipment.
- Previous work experience in pavement maintenance, including concrete, masonry, and asphalt.
- Previous work experience in landscaping or parks maintenance.
- Previous work experience in commercial property maintenance.
- Experience with chemical applications related to grounds keeping.
- Experience in the use of two-way radio equipment.
Metropolitan Airports Commission
Minneapolis, Hennepin, Minnesota 55450
US
