Maintenance Worker - North Perry Airport

Broward County, Florida
$17.63 - $28.14 Hourly
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Florida, Pembroke Pines
Jun 03, 2026
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Maintenance Worker - North Perry Airport This Job Announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received. MUST BE ABLE TO WORK NIGHTS, HOLIDAYS AND WEEKENDS Benefits of Broward County Employment Eleven (11) paid holidays each year Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually) Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions Paid Parental Leave Health Benefits High-Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums: Employee $10.90 / Family $80.79 Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2400 Annually Consumer Driven Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums: Employee $82.58 / Family $286.79 Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan 457 Deferred Compensation County matches up to $2,000 a year. The Aviation Department which operates the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and the North Perry Airport is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Maintenance Worker. The selected candidate will work in and around the Airport property and grounds with the primary function of keeping the property and grounds clean and free of debris. Maintenance Workers mow grass, edge and trim around airfield lighting, weed eat, hand weed and clear flower beds, trim bushes, trees and hedges, patch asphalt, mend fences, use hand and power tools, pressure clean sidewalks, lift and move equipment and furniture and; assist trades and other Airport employees as needed. The starting pay for this exciting, dynamic, and fast-paced Maintenance Worker position is $ 17.12 per hour. Applicants selected for employment with the Aviation Department are subject to extensive security screening, including but not limited to fingerprint checks, employment verification and such other procedures as may be mandated by Federal law as a continuing condition of employment. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Requires three (3) months in maintenance work including performing grounds and landscape maintenance or closely related experience. Special Certifications and Licenses Required Possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License based on area of assignment. Must be able to obtain/maintain Airport security & customs badging. Must be able to obtain/maintain Airfield driving privileges, movement & non-movement. Preferences Maximo Work Order System Mechanical Gate Maintenance Experience Airfield Lighting and sign Repair Experience Airfield driving experience Vehicle Maintenance Forklift and Aerial Lift Training Certification Per the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 49, Part 1542, all airport employees must undergo a Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) and a Security Threat Assessment (STA) to obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) Badge, as required by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) SCOPE OF WORK The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary. Work in and around the Airport property and grounds with the primary function of keeping the property and grounds clean and free of debris. Must be able to patch asphalt, mend fences, use hand and power tools, lift and move equipment and furniture, and; assist trades and other Airport employees as needed. Maintains grounds and landscape areas to ensure that grounds and landscape areas are presentable, clean, and safe. Work outdoors in extreme weather conditions, including, hot, humid, cold, wet, damp conditions, with fumes, dust, and aircraft noise and in and around construction areas. Operate a handheld radio, cell phone and check County E-Mail on a computer. Must be able to follow directives and communicate clearly with coworkers and other maintenance support staff regarding problems and situations that may arise. Follow safety directives and use sound judgment. Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods, climb ladders & stairs. Perform light janitorial work to clean in and around work areas and equipment. Must be able to Lift, Push, & Pull up to 80 Lbs in weight. Performs related work as assigned. Cleans offices, break rooms, restrooms, halls, shop areas, pavilions, and sidewalks, to provide a clean, sanitary, and safe environment for the public and other staff; moves a variety of furniture and related items to relocate/rearrange workstations/offices, set up for meetings, activities, and events. Sets out temporary traffic control devices at the work site to provide a safe work environment and facilitate safe, efficient traffic flow. Performs related work as assigned. Competencies Decision Quality: Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Seeks coaching from others to address routine problems; learns to handle these issues effectively. Bases decisions and actions on relevant rules and procedures. Action Oriented: Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Tackles what needs to be done with enthusiasm, working quickly and without undue oversight. Plans and Aligns: Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Gains a clear understanding of the main tasks needed to complete work in the right sequence. Identifies the support and resources needed to carry out plans; delivers on time at an acceptable quality level. Ensures Accountability: Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Operates with a clear sense of responsibility; learns about, and adheres to, most policies, procedures, and work requirements. Takes steps to ensure work is done properly, communicates status, and addresses any errors. Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Pays attention to others' insights, advice, or instruction, grasping the main elements. Promptly shares relevant information with the right amount of detail. Demonstrates Self-Awareness: Uses a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. Seeks and responds to constructive feedback in a positive and professional way. Seeks to understand own impact on others; acknowledges mistakes and finds ways to avoid repeating them. WORK ENVIRONMENT Physical Demands Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement. Performs medium to heavy work that involves walking, standing, stooping, lifting, digging, pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 to 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis. Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment) Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken. Involves routine and frequent exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals. SPECIAL INFORMATION County Core Values All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies. Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions. Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity. Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Copyright 2025 Korn Ferry. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request. County-wide Emergency Responsibilities Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned. County-wide Employee Responsibilities All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies. All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.