Pitkin County
Airport Electrician
Pitkin County, Aspen, CO, United States
Salary: $27.62 - $48.34 Hourly
Location : Airport-Aspen/Pitkin County, CO
Job Type: Full-time with benefits, hourly
Job Number: 202300216
Department: Airport
Opening Date: 10/02/2024
Hiring Minimum: $27.62
Hiring Maximum: $43.16
Special Notes: Please Include a resume for this position
Hiring Range Description: The hiring range is the starting point of the pay range to the 4th quartile of the pay range. Starting pay will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
** Early applications are encouraged**
*Job Postings without Closing Dates:
Job postings that do not have a closing date will remain open until filled.
*Job Postings with Closing Dates:
An application deadline may be extended if the original deadline produced fewer applications than expected. Likewise, a job posting may be closed prior to the listed closing date if the number of applications reach the limit for that position.
Job Summary
Ensures the safe operation, maintenance, and repair of all Airport and airfield electrical systems. Assists with various facilities operations; maintain buildings and grounds to ensure safety and comfort of staff and visitors.
Job Responsibilities
Qualifications (Experience, Education, Licenses, Certifications):
The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
For more information, click for our 2025 Employee Benefits Guide.
Location : Airport-Aspen/Pitkin County, CO
Job Type: Full-time with benefits, hourly
Job Number: 202300216
Department: Airport
Opening Date: 10/02/2024
Hiring Minimum: $27.62
Hiring Maximum: $43.16
Special Notes: Please Include a resume for this position
Hiring Range Description: The hiring range is the starting point of the pay range to the 4th quartile of the pay range. Starting pay will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
** Early applications are encouraged**
*Job Postings without Closing Dates:
Job postings that do not have a closing date will remain open until filled.
*Job Postings with Closing Dates:
An application deadline may be extended if the original deadline produced fewer applications than expected. Likewise, a job posting may be closed prior to the listed closing date if the number of applications reach the limit for that position.
Job Summary
Ensures the safe operation, maintenance, and repair of all Airport and airfield electrical systems. Assists with various facilities operations; maintain buildings and grounds to ensure safety and comfort of staff and visitors.
Job Responsibilities
- Responsible for all airfield lighting maintenance and critical Airport electrical features including: runway lighting, approach lighting (REILs), taxiway and in-pavement lighting, windsocks and Airport beacons and their back-up emergency systems in accordance with established procedures.
- Install, replace, troubleshoot, and diagnose systems and components of the regulatory airfield system to ensure compliance with all FAA and NFPA regulatory standards.
- Oversee all maintenance and respond to outages in the terminal and facility electrical systems.
- Complete preventative maintenance on an identified schedule; create and maintain preventative maintenance program (PMI) for Airport and airfield systems including the electrical vault and electrical closets located throughout the facility.
- Oversee and maintain inventory for Airport and airfield electrical and lighting systems.
- Supports the relationship between Pitkin County government and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and County staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and County information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
Qualifications (Experience, Education, Licenses, Certifications):
- Minimum of three years of electrical experience required.
- Airfield experience preferred.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Electrician Apprenticeship Program and Journeyman Electrician License required.
- Master Electrician preferred.
- NFPA 70e Class required.
- AAAE ACE Airfield Lighting Certification required within 6 months of hire.
- AAAE ACE Airfield Operations Certification preferred.
- ICS 100, 200, 700, 800, 900 required within 6 months of hire.
- Must complete first aid and CPR training within one year of hire.
- Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record.
- Safety policies, procedures, and practices for basic construction industry standards.
- Inventory management methods and practices.
- Personal protective equipment and proper use.
- Equipment troubleshooting methods.
- General maintenance practice and procedures.
- Organizing and prioritizing work to meet deadlines and accomplish tasks.
- Handling multiple tasks simultaneously, under pressure, and in emergency and stressful situations.
- Microsoft Office Products and Google Suite
- Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
- Operating tools and equipment safely.
- Work is performed outdoors in extreme weather conditions with exposure to loud noises and at times in a standard office environment. Schedule may require day/evening shifts depending on the operational needs of the Airport.
The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
For more information, click for our 2025 Employee Benefits Guide.