Airfield Lighting Technician Jobs

Work activities may include any combination of the following tasks:

• Performs other duties as required
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of electrical maintenance safety requirements.
• Uses specialized electrical and electronic test equipment such as digital volt meters, signal generators, frequency counters and related technical tools.
• Reads and interprets all types of electrical and electronic schematics.
• Subject to be on call 24/7.
• Maintains and calibrates bucket truck operation.
• Reads and interpret Blueprints
• Maintains and troubleshoots electrical and electronic equipment and related circuits, including airfield lighting, airfield signage and various navigational aids.
• Assists in the development and implementation of preventive maintenance requirements.
• Performs minor mechanical maintenance
• Maintains job safety standards (personal protection equipment, etc.); complies with City of Shreveport vehicle safety rules. Trains new team members on safe work practices, maintains good communication with team members, as well as Traffic Control Tower operators.
• Troubleshoots and repairs ground faults on airfield lighting circuits.
• Troubleshoots, tests, repairs and calibrates electrical and electronic equipment and related systems.
• Maintains and repairs electrical components, electrical wiring fixtures and equipment.
• Performs any combination of the following task: troubleshooting electrical malfunctions; testing, repairing and replacing defective components and parts of airfield lighting systems.
• Demonstrates the ability and desire to work in a team environment within the multi-skilled workforce.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• May require moderate to extensive stooping. Kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions,
• Requires the ability to use tools such as a shovel to dig up broken or malfunctioning equipment.
• May be subject to sitting for prolonged periods of time at a keyboard or workstation.
• Some combination of climbing and balancing,
• Requires the ability to consistently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, 50 pounds frequently and 100 pounds occasionally.
• Requires the ability to communicate with a 24-hour Air Traffic Control tower in order to maintain safety requirements.

• Work is performed outdoors and/or indoors with exposure to noise, dirt, grease, dust, pollen, odors wetness, fumes, animals, insects, chemicals, treated/untreated sewer, treated/untreated water and inclement weather.
• Will be exposed to machinery with moving parts requiring use of protective devises and computer screens.

The City of Shreveport offers many benefits including vacation and sick leave, health, dental and vision insurance, 10 paid holidays per calendar year and long term disability.