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Job Description
Come join the City of Fresno in Building a Better Fresno!
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Position Description
Join the team that keeps Fresno’s airfield running safely, smoothly, and at peak performance! As an Airports Operations Specialist, you’ll take on hands-on, high-impact work-from maintaining runways and taxiways to supporting critical safety inspections and airport operations. If you’re skilled in pavement, construction, or maintenance and ready for a dynamic role where every day makes a difference, this is your chance to elevate your career. Apply now!
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Maintain and repair runways, taxiways, aprons, and airfield infrastructure
- Operate hand tools, vehicles, and heavy equipment
- Perform FAA - compliant safety and security inspections
- Complete concrete, asphalt, and general maintenance tasks
- Support low - visibility aircraft escorts and airfield operations
- Assist with international baggage screening and security duties
- Respond to emergencies and assist with hazardous spill cleanup
- Perform grounds, vegetation, and wildlife control activities
- Prepare logs, reports, and documentation using software
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Incumbents may be assigned to work any eight (8) hour shift and may be required to work holidays and weekends. Duties and schedules may vary by assignment and/or department, please inquire about specific duties and/or schedules if called upon for an interview.
Salary increase scheduled to be effective June 15, 2026, with a range of $5,103 - $6,204/month.
Explore the job specification for additional position details.
The current vacancies exist in the Airports Department, Maintenance Division/Airside. Immediate and future vacancies will be filled from this eligible list for a period of three (3) months from the date the eligible list is created with the option of extending that period at the City's discretion. Should the competitive process be suspended for this recruitment, the eligibility list may be limited to three (3) months.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that are necessary to
safely, effectively, and efficiently perform the essential functions of this job with or
without reasonable accommodation.
This classification’s physical demands involve medium work exerting up to 50 pounds of
force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds
of force constantly to move objects. Additionally, the following physical demands may
be required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, manual dexterity,
grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching,
repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, visual acuity, walking
The Requirements
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications on or before the posted filing deadline in order to qualify for the examination and does not assure a place on the eligibility list.
Possession of a High school diploma or equivalent GED
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Two (2) years paid experience in asphalt and concrete pavement maintenance or construction work and building maintenance. Experience working around airport facilities is preferred.
Additional Requirements
The selected eligible candidates for this position will be required to successfully pass a Department interview, an extensive background investigation, and a Department of Justice fingerprint process prior to employment with the department.
Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License is required at the time of application and continued maintenance throughout the entire term of employment in this classification. Candidates considered for hire must provide proof of a valid driver's license and current copy of their driving record.
A valid Class B California Driver License is required within twelve (12) months of appointment and must be maintained for the entire term of employment in this classification.
The Selection Process
The selection process will consist of the following:
Written Examination- 100% a job-related written examination will be administered to assess a candidate's knowledge, skills and abilities in various areas which may consist of methods, tools, and equipment used in construction maintenance and repair; safety; interpersonal relations; technology and/or other job-related items.
Candidates must achieve a passing score to qualify for the eligible list.
The written examination is tentatively scheduled for the week of June 15th, 2026.
Veteran’s Preference
If an examination is conducted for a position within the classified service, qualified veterans who pass the examination will have five (5) points added to their final score. Candidates must submit a copy of their DD214 Member 4 form or electronic copy indicating honorable discharge with each application prior to the filing deadline.
How To Apply
For information on how to complete an online application, please visit the Help & Support tab. For NEOGOV Application Assistance, please call 1-855-524-5627 or email support@governmentjobs.com. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS AND MATERIALS ARE ACCEPTED and must be submitted by midnight on the closing deadline, or they will not be accepted for any reason.
Required licenses, certifications, and education must be verified with supporting documents. Foreign education must be evaluated by a credential evaluation service recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Please ensure all relevant attachments are uploaded with your application.
For the work experience section, provide detailed descriptions of job duties for each position related to the specific role you are applying for. Resumes are not a substitute for completing this section and will only be reviewed as supplemental information, not for determining minimum qualifications.
For other City of Fresno employment opportunities, please view our Careers Homepage . If you have recruitment questions, please call our office at 559-621-6950. Our office is located at 2600 Fresno Street, Room 1030, Fresno, CA 93721.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Fresno is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Should you need a special accommodation due to a qualifying disability, please contact the Personnel Service Department at (559) 621-6950 in advance of the examination.
3% Salary Increase, effective June 15, 2026
Bargaining Unit 1
Non-Supervisory Blue Collar
International Union of Operating Engineers, Stationary Engineers Local 39
BENEFIT
DESCRIPTION
HEALTH INSURANCE
The City contributes toward monthly premiums for PPO medical, dental and vision for employee and dependents.
FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT
IRS 125 Plan for health and dependent care expenses.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION
Voluntary 457 plan with Fidelity Investments to increase your retirement savings.
VACATION LEAVE
Accrue 8 - 15 hours per month based on years of service available after 6 months.
SICK LEAVE
8 hours per month, available after 90 days
HOLIDAYS
10 City-observed annual holidays, plus birthday and 2 personal days.
SHORT TERM DISABILITY
Provided through California SDI program
BILINGUAL PREMIUM
$100 per month upon approved certification
SUPPLEMENTAL SICK
40 hours per fiscal year.
80 hours lifetime maximum accrual.
UNIFORM ALLOWANCE
City contracted uniform service, cost shared 50/50 Safety Shoe voucher - $250
Prescription Safety Glasses - Reimbursement of $125
HEALTH REIMBURSEMENT ARRANGEMENT (HRA)
Eligible retirees can use the remaining Sick Leave balance, in excess of 240 hours, at 80% of hourly rate and other qualified leave balances, tax free, to reimburse health insurance premiums and other qualified medical expenses.
RETIREMENT - City of Fresno Retirement Systems, one of the best funded public systems in the state. Reciprocity with other public California systems. Vested in Retirement benefits after 5 years of service. City employees do not participate in Social Security.
DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program): an optional, voluntary program that allows an employee to deposit retirement benefits in a special savings account within the Retirement System while continuing to work for the City of Fresno for up to 10 years. Participation minimum is age 50 and vested. Benefits include ownership of accumulated funds, compound interest earnings, and alternative distribution options.
Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at
https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1
Please note that the benefits package described above is specific to permanent full-time employees. Employees engaged on a part-time, temporary, limited, or other basis may have different entitlements.
Closing Date/Time: 5/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Fresno
Show moreThe City of Fresno is the largest city in the San Joaquin Valley and the fifth largest city in California, with a population of more than 545,000 residents. Fresno is the financial core of the San Joaquin Valley, and its economy relies on its large-scale agricultural production. Revitalization of Downtown Fresno's core and the construction of High Speed Rail are two of many exciting projects that continue to successfully support Fresno's growing economy.
Click HERE for a video about the great City of Fresno.
Located in the geographical center of California, Fresno offers many sights. From fertile agricultural fields, an abundance of lakes, and the snowy Sierra Nevada mountain range, the scenic variety in Fresno is large. Fresno also features a diverse selection of dining, shopping, farmers markets, vibrant arts and culture, wineries, as well as a variety of attractions. With 300 days of sunshine a year, the climate in Fresno is the source of its agricultural productivity, and allows year-round recreational activities including sailing, snow and water skiing, fishing, backpacking, and golfing.
Los Angeles is approximately four hours south and the San Francisco Bay Area is approximately three hours north. Fresno is located in proximity to three sites of natural beauty: Yosemite National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, and Sequoia National Park. Residents and visitors alike enjoy these scenes and others, including the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the Pacific Ocean.
Another advantage to living in Fresno is the exceptional housing that is available at lower price levels than California's other large metropolitan areas. There are four large school districts in the Fresno area: Fresno Unified, Central Unified, Sanger Unified and Clovis Unified. Fresno is the home of California State University, Fresno, as well as a number of other colleges and universities.
The people of Fresno enjoy a wide variety of social, cultural, athletic, educational and recreational activities in an affordable and clean living environment.
City Government
Fresno is a full-service charter city operating under a strong mayor form of government. There are seven Council Members. The Council appoints the City Attorney and the City Clerk. The Mayor is elected at- large and does not serve on the Council, but has veto power over certain actions taken by the City Council. The City Manager, who is appointed by the Mayor, is responsible for appointing all other department heads in the City.
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