Metropolitan Airports Commission Jobs Hiring Now

JOB Do you want to work for an organization with a purpose? Come work for the Metropolitan Airports Commission! Our award-winning Field Maintenance team is committed to providing exceptional airport experiences, so Minnesota thrives.

We are looking to add dedicated team members to keep the runways at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport clear for departure! In the winter months, this team is busy clearing snow from runways, taxi ways, roadways, terminals, and public areas. When the snow is not falling, our Airport Maintenance Workers are busy with groundskeeping, mowing, trash removal, fence installation, concrete, masonry, and asphalt repairs, and other duties that keep the airport looking great!

• Anyone interested in this position is invited to attend a Field Maintenance Open House on Saturday, July 25, 2026 between 10am - 1pm. Click this link for more information.
• For a look at our award-winning team in action and to see some of the types of equipment they operate during winter events: MSP Winter Snow Event.
• Learn what makes working for the Metropolitan Airports Commission an engaging, fulfilling career as told by real employees: Working at the MAC.

Wages and Pay Differentials*

• Hiring pay range: $31.575 - $34.738/hour
• +$0.60/hour - Class A CDL -OR- +$.40/hour - Forklift Certification
• +1.25/hour - 2nd Shift (Afternoon, Weekend Afternoon)
• +$2.00/hour - 3rd Shift (Night)
• Wages and pay differentials listed above are based on 2025 rates. Contract negotiations for 2026 wages and pay differentials are in progress and the outcome may affect these rates.

Current Shifts Shift assignments are bid twice each calendar year, based on seniority. Note that new employees typically start on the day shift, then transfer to the night shift for the training period before moving to their assigned shift.

In addition to competitive hourly wages, Airport Maintenance Workers can also earn overtime. Employees in this position may also be eligible for annual incentive pay of up to 10% of the employee's total compensation depending on organizational performance.

Summary of Duties

Primarily performs maintenance duties to FAA standards, which include skilled and semi-skilled level work required to maintain the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport’s airfields, grounds, and roadway maintenance functions. The work may be in close proximity of aircraft operations. Typical work includes snow and ice control on airfield and in public areas such as roadways and terminal areas. Airport Maintenance Workers perform groundskeeping, concrete and asphalt pavement and masonry repairs, truck driving, mowing, weeding, fence installation and repair, garbage removal and general cleanup of the airfield and public areas of the airport. Airport Maintenance Workers are represented by the Minnesota Teamsters Public and Law Enforcement Employees' Union, Local 320. This position requires at least a Class B commercial driver's license.

This is a safety-sensitive position which will require a pre-employment drug screen.

Questions regarding this position can be directed to Alaina Reede at alaina.reede@ mspmac.org or at (612) 725-4690.

Applications will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. on Friday, July 17, 2026.

MAC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If an accommodation is required for you to participate in the application process because of a disability, please contact Tekia Jefferson at 612-726-8196 or Tekia.Jefferson@ mspmac.org.

MAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, age, nationality, or disability.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Snow and Ice Removal

• Function as an equipment operator performing snow and ice removal using specialized snow removal equipment; i.e., multi-function equipment (MFE), runway snow blowers, runway plows and brooms, ramp push plows, road trucks, tractors, sanders, liquid chemical dispensing vehicles and snow hauling vehicles.
• Perform manual snow removal duties.

Landscaping/Groundskeeping

• Perform skilled level work in a variety of groundskeeping duties including landscaping and turf management, grading and rut/depression filling, and application of weed control chemicals.
• Plant, remove, and prune trees, shrubs, and flowering plants; install ornamental landscaping fixtures.
• Safely operate diesel-powered tractors with mower attachments, small tractors, riding mowers and other powered landscaping equipment.

Bituminous and Concrete Repair

• Perform bituminous/asphalt and concrete repairs on runways, taxiways, aircraft aprons, parking ramps, parking lots, sidewalks, roadways, and other public areas.
• Perform joint seal repairs including sawing, routing, and installation of hot-application joint seal material.
• Pour concrete for repair of sewers, drains, catch basins and larger concrete repairs.
• Perform brick or block work as needed.
• Provide traffic control at work sites.

Fence, Sign and Gate Construction and Maintenance

• Install, assemble, cut and repair chain-link fence, barbed wire and sliding gate sections, both manual and electric type.
• Install, repair and replace signage, signposts and other support structures.

General Airport Cleaning

• Perform general cleaning of runways, taxiways, aircraft parking aprons, parking lots and structures, and roadways.
• Safely operate power sweepers, backpack blowers, power washers, vacuums, and other equipment.

Environmental Duties

• Perform rubbish and trash removal, including manual collection as required.
• Empty trash receptacles and transfer debris to dumpsters or disposal sites as directed.
• Perform inspections of drainage systems and check operation of storm water control equipment.
• Install and replace absorbent collection devices at appropriate locations.
• Assist in containing and recovering fuel spills, oil spills, rubber, paint, and other pollutants on airport surfaces or near airport, rivers, lakes, streams and catch basins.

General Duties

• Operate mobile and base-station radio equipment; maintain contact with air traffic control and airport personnel while performing airfield duties according to Federal Aviation Administration regulations and Airport Operations Area movement area procedures.
• Operate, listen, and respond to multiple radios and communication devices.
• Train co-workers on the safe and proper use of equipment.
• Assist trades, contractors, and other personnel as directed.
• Assist with equipment maintenance, cleaning, and care.
• May assist with parts pick-up and delivery.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Motor Vehicle Record Evaluation Guideline

Safe driving habits are critical for individuals employed in MAC occupations that require extensive driving of equipment on the aircraft operating area. As a result, external applicants for the Airport Maintenance Worker position must meet the MAC's standard of safe driving in order to be hired.

A contingent offer of employment shall be withdrawn if the motor vehicle record contains:
1. Three (3) or more minor moving violations within the last three (3) years from date of offer.

Minor violations include, but not limited to:

• Failure to wear a seat belt
• Speeding
• Failure to stop at a stop sign
• Failure to yield

2. Any major violation within the past three (3) years from date of offer including, but not limited to:

• Driving under influence of alcohol/drugs
• Open bottle or allowing open bottle
• Failure to stop/report an accident
• Violations as a result of an accident
• Reckless driving/speeding contest
• Making a false accident report
• Homicide, manslaughter or assault arising out of the use of a vehicle
• Driving while license is suspended/revoked
• Careless driving
• Attempting to elude a police officer
• Excessive speed

Any pending criminal matter for a serious traffic offense will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Felony: A crime for which a sentence of imprisonment for more than one year and a fine of more than $3,000 may be imposed. (Examples: criminal vehicular operations resulting in injury or death, fleeing a police officer in a motor vehicle resulting in an injury or death.)

Gross Misdemeanor: Any crime which is not a felony or misdemeanor, the maximum fine for which is $3,000.00, and imprisonment for up to one year. (Examples: fleeing a police officer in a motor vehicle, subsequent DWI violations within five and ten years.)

Misdemeanor: A crime for which a sentence of not more than 90 days or a fine of $1,000.00, or both, may be imposed. (Examples: Driving Under the Influence (DUI), Driving After Suspension/Driving After Revocation (DAS/DAR), reckless/careless driving, no insurance, open bottle, parking in a handicapped area, third moving violation in a year, petty misdemeanor violations with enhancements.)

Petty Misdemeanor: A petty offense which is prohibited by statute, which does not constitute a crime, for which a fine of not more than $100.00 may be imposed, unless the violation was originally a misdemeanor, whereupon the fine may not exceed $200.00. (Examples: speeding, failing to stop at a stop sign, failure to yield.)