Job Details

City of Portland - Seasonal Maintenance Worker

Position Number: 6551647
Location: Portland, ME
Position Type: Facilities Management

City of Portland - Seasonal Maintenance Worker

Aviation & Transportation Department

$500 Sign-On Bonus for New Seasonal Employees!
$750 Sign-On Bonus for Returning Seasonal Employees!
Monday - Friday Schedules Available & Overtime Eligible!

The Portland International Jetport is seeking to fill four seasonal positions within the Airport Maintenance Department. These positions offer candidates a flexible schedule, with the option to work 40-hours per week, part time, or on an as needed basis after training is completed. Duties performed include general maintenance of the airfield and terminal buildings, snow removal with specialized pieces of equipment along with other duties assigned. Maine CDL license candidates are preferred but not required. Must be dependable and have a clean driving record. Applicants with a CDL will need to pass federally mandated drug screening. Successful completion of TSA background check per TSA part 1542 is required. Prior winter operations experience is preferred but not required.

Position Details:

$30 per hour, overtime after 40-hours.
Seasonal positions begin as early as October 15, 2025 and end on April 15, 2026.
Standard Monday - Friday 1st or 2nd shift schedules available with flexibility to work evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays during snow events with advanced notice.

What You'll Do:

Operate specialized equipment.
Work alongside a dedicated team with a focus on ensuring the operational readiness of Maine's largest airport.
Operate equipment on Runways and Taxiways.
Collaborate on projects with other airport divisions.

Who You Are:

Positive and dependable.
Ready to learn complex equipment and work in a fast paced environment.
A team player who works well with others but can also get the job done independently.

Applications accepted until positions are filled

Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

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=350&sreq=8&form=1000&desc=SEASONAL%20MAINTENANCE%20WORKER