Airport Maintenance Technician Science & Engineering Technicians
SaveWhat Does an Airport Maintenance Technician Do?
Airport maintenance technicians are in charge of the maintenance of all equipment necessary for ensuring the functionality of the airport, for example, visual aids, airport electrical systems, luggage systems, security systems, pavements, drainage, and maintenance of unpaved areas.
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Where Do I Start?
Airport Safety Regulations
Know airport safety regulations and instructions.
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These are common skills for this role. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box — use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become an Airport Maintenance Technician
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialAirport Safety Regulations knowledge
Know airport safety regulations and instructions.
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EssentialApply Airport Standards And Regulations skill
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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EssentialFollow Given Instructions skill
Follow instructions to achieve goals and meet deadlines.
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EssentialFollow Written Instructions skill
Follow written directions in order to perform a task or carry out a step-by-step procedure.
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EssentialIdentify Airport Safety Hazards skill
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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EssentialPerform Manual Work Autonomously skill
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EssentialShow Confidence skill
Demonstrate degrees of maturity by fully understanding one's own qualities and abilities which can serve as sources of confidence in different situations.
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EssentialUse Different Communication Channels skill
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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EssentialWork In An Aviation Team skill
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 …
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EssentialCarry Out Preventive Airport Maintenance skill
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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EssentialInteract With Airport Stakeholders skill
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 …
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EssentialKeep Airport Maintenance Equipment In Suitable Condition skill
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 …
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EssentialReport Airport Security Incidents skill
Compose comprehensive reports on airport security incidents, such as the detaining of unruly travellers, confiscation of luggage items, or damaging of airport property.
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Optional Skills (5 of 21 displayed)
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OptionalVisual Aid Systems In Airports knowledge
Know 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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OptionalAirport Electrical Systems knowledge
Know the different elements that comprise airport electrical systems, such as air navigation equipment, electronic landing aids, radars, and meteorological services. Know the function and operation of each of these …
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OptionalCauses Of Damage To Paved Surfaces In Airports knowledge
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 …
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OptionalRegulation On Unpaved Areas Of Airports knowledge
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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OptionalApply Airport Lighting Cleaning Procedures skill
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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OptionalApply Airport Lighting Maintenance Procedures skill
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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OptionalClean Contaminants From Airport Runways skill
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 …
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OptionalEnsure Functionality Of Airport Lighting Systems skill
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 …
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OptionalFollow Airport Snow Control Plan skill
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 …
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OptionalFollow Manufacturer Guidelines In Use Of Airport Equipment skill
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, …
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OptionalHandle High Voltage Of Airport Lighting skill
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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OptionalKeep Airport Drainage Systems Functional skill
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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OptionalKeep Airport Runways Clear Of Obstacles skill
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, …
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OptionalKeep Markings Legible skill
Keep markings legible through all seasons. Prevent markings on lanes and paved areas from becoming discoloured or faded.
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OptionalKeep Signs Legible skill
Keep signs legible through all seasons. Ensure that signs relating to taxiing and holding remain clear to users.
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OptionalMaintain Availability Of Spare Parts skill
Maintain an adequate stock of spare parts for all kinds of equipment and ensure their availability for use when necessary.
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OptionalOperate Various Kinds Of Grass Maintenance Equipment skill
Operate different kinds of equipment for grass maintenance such as spindle mowers, cutter bar mowers, rotary mowers, and flail mowers.
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OptionalPrepare Notices To Airmen For Airport Terminal Services skill
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 …
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OptionalRemove Snow From Airport Operational Areas skill
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 …
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OptionalSchedule Maintenance Of Airport Electrical Systems skill
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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OptionalTake Appropriate Action To Address Damage To Paved Surfaces In Airports skill
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 …
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