airport maintenance technician

airport safety regulations

The applicable airport safety regulations and instructions.

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apply airport standards and regulations

Know and apply the accepted standards and regulations for European airports. Apply knowledge to enforce airport rules, regulations, and the Airport Safety Plan.

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carry out preventive airport maintenance

Carry out preventive maintenance on airport equipment and facilities in order to maintain safety, regularity, and efficient operation of air traffic.

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interact with airport stakeholders

Meet government officials, environmental experts, developers, special interest groups as well as the general public, airport users, and other stakeholders, in order to assess different services, facilities, and the usability of the airport.

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perform manual work autonomously

Show the ability to pursue basic manual tasks without the help or assistance of others, not needing supervision or guidance, and taking responsibility for one's actions.

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preserve airport maintenance equipment

Keep sweepers, mowers, and other airport maintenance equipment ready for use in order to remove contaminants from aircraft operating areas and to ensure the height of grass on unpaved areas meets regulations.

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report airport security incidents

Compose comprehensive reports on airport security incidents, such as the detaining od unruly travellers, confiscation of luggage items, or damaging of airport property.

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work in an aviation team

Work confidently in a group in general aviation services, in which each individual operates in their own area of responsibility to reach a common goal, such as a good customer interaction, air safety, and aircraft maintenance.

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execute working instructions

Understand, interpret and properly apply work instructions regarding different tasks in the workplace.

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follow written instructions

Follow written directions in order to perform a task or carry out a step-by-step procedure.

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identify airport safety hazards

Spot threats related to security at the airport and apply procedures to counteract them in a quick, safe, and efficient way.

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use different communication channels

Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.

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causes of damage to paved surfaces in airports

The different causes of damage to paved surfaces in airports. Damage that derives from design or construction issues such as insufficient paving, high water content in paving mixtures, improper treatment during hardening. Causes of visible damage such as porous or disintegrated surfaces, separation of the top surface layer, smoothing of the surface, cracks in the paved surfaces.

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airport electrical systems

The different elements that comprise airport electrical systems, such as air navigation equipment, electronic landing aids, radars, and meteorological services, and the function and operation of each of these elements.

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visual aid systems in airports

The correct use of visual aid systems in airports, the aim of which is to facilitate the safe operation of aircraft.

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address damage to paved surfaces in airports

React appropriately to damage identified on airport paved surfaces and tarmac according to the kind of damage. Identify the most cost effective solution that will sufficiently solve the problem and while providing minimum disruption to airport traffic.

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apply airport lighting cleaning procedures

Follow cleaning procedures for airport lighting, whereby the level of dirtiness may vary. Follow cleaning procedures for lights contaminated with dust, and for lights severely contaminated with rubber deposits.

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apply airport lighting maintenance procedures

Apply light maintenance procedures in airports, whereby defective parts are removed and immediately replaced with a new one. Following this, the defective part is taken to the workshop for repair.

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clean contaminants from airport runways

Clean away contaminants detected on the runway tarmac such as fuel, lubricants, hydraulic oils, marking paint and rubber. Use techniques for cleaning contaminants such as chemical cleaning, mechanical grinding, or high pressure water blasting.

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follow airport snow control plan

Follow the snow control plan written by the snow committee whereby responsibilities for the winter services are detailed, rules on air traffic interruptions are specified, priorities are set, and the availability of snow removal vehicles and equipment is established.

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handle high voltage of airport lighting

Handle high voltages, series circuits, and lighting installations according to safety procedures. Ensure the functionality of these systems for airport operations.

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keep airport runways clear of obstacles

Use sweepers, sweeping equipment, or integral sweeper-blowers to clear airport runways of any kind of debris, ranging from damaged pavement, stones from grass mowing, rubber from aircraft tires, dead birds, or metal parts from aircrafts.

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keep markings legible

Keep markings legible through all seasons. Prevent markings on lanes and paved areas from becoming discoloured or faded.

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keep signs legible

Keep signs legible through all seasons. Ensure that signs relating to taxiing and holding remain clear to users.

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maintain availability of spare parts

Maintain an adequate stock of spare parts for all kinds of equipment and ensure their availability for use when necessary.

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operate various kinds of grass maintenance equipment

Operate different kinds of equipment for grass maintenance such as spindle mowers, cutter bar mowers, rotary mowers, and flail mowers.

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prepare notices to airmen for airport terminal services

Prepare Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs) for the airport terminal services (ATS) in reference to the maintenance works and activities in the airport. Report on runway conditions, snow removal operations, the need to close runways, and significant interruptions due to maintenance works.

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remove snow from airport operational areas

Follow strict procedures to remove snow and ice from the operational and traffic areas of airports. Adhere to the snow plan, particularly in the use of equipment to clear the different areas of the airport.

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schedule maintenance of airport electrical systems

Schedule maintenance for each individual element of an airport electrical system. Set the frequency for maintenance of the different elements while monitoring overall airport operations.

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comply with regulations on unpaved areas of airports

Know and abide by regulation applying to unpaved areas of airports. Understand the security reasons and specifications for maintenance of green areas in airports, such as the height of grass.

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ensure functionality of airport lighting systems

Ensure that the airport lighting installations and lighting systems work properly by performing quality checks following the completion of maintenance, and by instructing staff on the diagnosis of flaws or breakdowns in airport lighting system. Keep and follow the airport light maintenance schedule to ensure service standards and perform routine checks according to the type of equipment, its location, and usage.

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follow manufacturer guidelines in use of airport equipment

Follow advice provided by manufacturers on the use and maintenance of the different vehicles, equipment, and instruments used in airports. Establish communication processes with manufacturers and understand all the mechanical, electrical, and preventive, actions needed to utilise equipment effectively.

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keep airport drainage systems functional

Keep all the drainage systems in the airport functional-especially those in the runways. Aim to prevent the formation of standing water, ponds, and puddles.

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