Airport Field Unit Leader - Building Examination

Posting number: CS2026-073

Department: 3001 - Port Control

Division: 300150 - PC Building Maintenance

Job classification: Airport Field Unit Leader

Posting type: Open

Categories: Airports

Summary

AIRPORT FIELD UNIT LEADER – BUILDING Examination

(OPEN) CS2026-073

Application Open Date: 06/29/2026

Application Close Date: 07/13/2026

SALARY: $33.44 - $37.79 per hour.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

This application is not for an immediate opening, by submitting an application you are applying to take a Civil Service Examination for the opportunity to be placed on an Eligible List for a future opening. To learn more about the Civil Service examinations and Eligible Lists please visit the Cleveland Civil Service Webpage: FAQs | City of Cleveland Ohio

To determine if you qualify to take the examination you must include/attach any required documents (i.e. Resume, Certifications, Driver’s License, etc…) to support you meet the Minimum Qualifications at the time of submitting your application. Please read the Minimum Qualification section carefully, you may attach PDF or JPEG 

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

WRITTEN EXAMINATION: The exam may be computerized, or a traditional pencil and paper designed to test the objectives of the duties and minimum qualifications of the classification. 

Examples of duties

JOB DUTIES

Under direction, supervises maintenance and repair work on airport equipment, facilities, and buildings. Assists with assignment of work. Orders equipment and supplies. Manages work orders for appropriate sections. Supervises maintenance workers who provide labor for maintenance operations for summer and winter tasks on runways, taxiways, ramps, and airport-owned facilities. Monitors and inspects crews, job sites, and daily work assignments. Assigns work tasks and completes Alternative and Online Dispute Resolutions. Communicates with Control Tower. Operates computers utilizing standard and customized software packages. Oversees Work with HVAC systems including hot water boiler operations, air handles, rooftop AC and HV units as well as work on sanitary pump station. Supervises and performs work with shop floor equipment such as metal brake, band saw, metal shear, etc. Works with all hand and power tools used in the maintenance field. Interprets mechanical blueprints and plumbing isometric drawings. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Valid High School Diploma or GED required. Valid State of Ohio Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License required. One year of supervisory experience as well as experience with work-order management system (WEBTMA) is preferred. Must successfully complete a Transportation Security Administration (TSA) 10 year fingerprint-based Criminal History Records Check and employment background check and Security Threat Assessment. Must be able to lift and carry 60 pounds. Must be able to work any shift assignment and overtime during the snow season. 

BUILDING – Two years of commercial maintenance experience as well as two years of commercial HVAC mechanical maintenance experience preferred. 

Supplemental information

Reminder: Minimum qualifications must be met as of the last day of the accepting applications. You must upload these documents at the time of submitting your application or email the documents to CS@Clevelandohio.gov and include the Job Title in the email. 

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE

Veterans' preference will be awarded, when applicable, to eligible veterans in accordance with Civil Service Rules 4.40E, 4.40F and 4.40G. Proof of active service or a DD Form 214, must be presented to the Commission at the time of filing application for the examination in which credit is sought in order to qualify for veterans' credit. If the applicant has received an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions that applicant shall receive an additional five (5) points added to their raw score on the examination; or ten (10) points are added to their raw score on the examination if applicant’s supporting documentation indicates more than fifteen percent (15%) service connected disability. NOTE: Only DD