Job Details

City of Portland - Airport Facilities Technician Assistant II

Aviation & Transportation Department

$1,500 sign on and up to $2,500 relocation bonus available to qualifying external applicants.

About the Portland International Jetport: The Portland International Jetport (PWM) is owned and operated by the City of Portland, Maine. The largest in the state, PWM is a small hub airport serviced by nine air carriers. In 2025, the Jetport set an all-time record with 1.25 million passenger enplanements. Learn more about PWM.

The Portland International Jetport is seeking a highly motivated individual for the Engineering and Facilities Department. Under the direction of the Facilities Supervisor, this position will assist in the maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems throughout the airport terminal and parking garage facility.

Responsibilities Include:

• Perform regular inspections of landside facility equipment and correct any deficiencies found.
  
• Install, maintain, and service electrical, heating, ventilation and air conditioning, and plumbing equipment throughout the airport terminal building under the guidance of licensed technicians.
  
• General building maintenance and repairs.
  
• Escort and supervise contractor staff in secure areas for project work.

Requirements:

• Working knowledge of methods, materials and tools used in general building maintenance and repair.
  
• Ability to understand and follow oral instructions and to interpret plans, sketches, blueprints and diagrams.
  
• Skill in locating and correcting defects in many different types of electrical systems.
  
• Skill in locating, troubleshooting, and repairing defects on many different types of electrical and mechanical systems, or any facility related systems.
  
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) are required.
  
• Ability to pass all required background investigations and maintain a valid Class C Maine Driver's License.
  
• Licensed as a State of Maine Helper Electrician or licensed as a State of Maine Apprentice Oil Burner, Solid Fuel Technician.

Training & Experience Desired:

• Prior HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, or industrial maintenance experience in a large facility.
  
• State of Maine Natural Gas certification or equivalent, EPA certification in refrigeration or equivalent.

Expected Hours/Schedule:

Second shift, Tuesday-Saturday, 2:00pm - 10:30pm.

Applications accepted until September 14, 2026.

Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. Additionally, Jetport employees are required to successfully complete a TSA background check (TSR Part 1542) and driving record check.

Salary & Benefits:
This is a union position, Labor and Trades Grade 18A, with a starting pay range of $27.82-$30.55 per hour, plus shift differentials, based on relevant years of experience. This position is eligible for a $1500 sign on bonus for qualified external applicants, and up to $2500 in relocation reimbursements.

For more information about compensation with the City of Portland, please refer to the union specific pay plans and agreements.

The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment.
City benefits include:

• Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives
  
• Thirteen paid holidays
  
• Sick, vacation, and personal leave
  
• Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances
  
• Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan
  
• Use of City recreation facilities
  
• Fitness Reimbursement
  
• Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at jobs@portlandmaine.gov or call 207-874-8624.

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov.

To apply, visit https://selfservice.portlandmaine.gov/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=286&sreq=6&form=1000&desc=AIRPORT%20FACILITIES%20TECHNICIAN%20ASSISTANT%20II