EQUIPMENT TRAINING SPECIALIST / MTD

BID ANNOUNCEMENT

EQUIPMENT TRAINING SPECIALIST-MTD, PR

CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION

Midway Internation Airport

Number of Positions: 1

(Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)

Starting Salary: $8,932.00 Monthly

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on September 9, 2025.

This position is open to current city employees covered under the terms of the City's collective bargaining agreement with THE TEAMSTERS Local 700 (BARGAINING UNIT #08). Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid on this position.

BID INSTRUCTIONS: Apply on the bid site: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en AND

1. Check the box on your profile titled "Currently employed by the City of Chicago"

2. Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled 'payee/employee number')

3. Select your correct bargaining unit

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION

Under Training Director's supervision, develops and presents training programs in the operation and maintenance of automotive and power equipment, and develops and presents airfield training programs relevant to airfield operations at Midway Airport while performing related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

* Train Motor Truck Drivers on the proper and safe operation of a large variety of motorized equipment including snowplows, tow trucks, sweepers, etc.

* Provide practical training to drivers on safety-critical skills and procedures for operating and escorting motorized vehicles on the airport's runways.

* Maintains accurate records of training and skill evaluations.

* Properly and thoroughly train individuals to use air traffic control radio and airfield geographic knowledge to drive on the airport movement areas legally and safely.

* Certify that an individual meets the requirements and has demonstrated the necessary skills to be certified as an Advanced Airfield Driver.

* Able to create presentations of educational materials.

* Able to practically demonstrate procedures during hand on.

* Familiar with airport policies and procedures.

* Competent in Microsoft Office products.

Additional duties may be required for this position.

Location: Midway International Airport

6201 South Laramie

Days: Varies

Hours: Varies

THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Three years of work experience as a Motor Truck Driver, including at least one year instruction experience in the safe operations of automotive and power equipment.

Licensure, Certifications, or Other Qualifications

Applicants must possess a Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class "A" or "B" with both a "P" and "X" endorsement at the time of hire and maintain this throughout his or her employment.

Applicants cannot have an Air Brake ("L") restriction on their Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

Note: The candidates selected for hire must pass an airport background check and Security Threat Assessment.

Note: Candidate MUST possess and maintain the red-stripe certification at the time of hire and during employment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• General office environment
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions
• Exposure to loud noise, fumes or dust

EQUIPMENT

• Standard office equipment (e.g., telephone, printer, photocopier, fax machine, calculator)
• Computers and peripheral equipment (e.g., personal computer, computer terminals, hand-held computer)
• Personal protective equipment (e.g., hard hat, shoes, glasses, vests, pads)
• Communication equipment (e.g., two-way radio, tower radio, dispatch equipment)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Some lifting (up to 25 pounds) is required
• Ability to stand and walk for extended or continuous periods of time
• Ability to operate automotive vehicles and associated equipment
• Ability to work various hours/ shifts

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER WORK REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge

Moderate knowledge of:

• Applicable safety code standards specific to the operation of trucks and heavy equipment including OSHA standards.
• Applicable airfield FAA regulations specific to the operation on the Airfield (Part 139.303)
• Training practices and procedures
• Repair, maintenance, ad preventative maintenance procedures applicable to automotive and heavy equipment
• Computer operation and applicable software applications

Some knowledge of:

• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines
• Geographical locations within the city and applicable facilities
• Automotive mechanical and electronic systems, equipment, and materials
• Applicable communications equipment and devices
• Manufacturer's manuals for servicing equipment
• Use of safety equipment and protective gear
• Applicable emergency operations
• Knowledge of applicable City and Department policies, procedures, rules, and regulations

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS: This position requires applicants to complete an interview. The interviewed candidate(s) possessing the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position, based on the interview will be selected in seniority order.

For Information on our employees benefits please visit our benefits website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fin/benefits-office.html

For Information on our salary and title structure visit our classifications website at:

https://www.chicago.gov/content/dam/city/depts/dhr/supp_info/JobClassification/2025_Classification_and_Pay_Plan.pdf

Application Evaluation: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. The Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow any and all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligibility list in lottery order. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Military Friendly, and Fair Chance Employer.

City of Chicago

Brandon Johnson, Mayor