Job Number:412673
BID ANNOUNCEMENT
AIRPORT MAINTENENCE FOREMAN-ORD
CHICAGO DEPARTMENT OF AVIATION
Labor Services Section
Number of Positions: 1
(Additional vacancies possible pending budget approval)
Starting Salary: $52.30/HR
Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on 10/29/2025
This position is covered under the City’s collective bargaining agreement with BY LABORERS INTL UNION OF N.A., LOCAL 1001 – (Bargaining Unit # 54) Only employees in City job titles in this bargaining unit are eligible to bid.
BID INSTRUCTIONS: Apply on the bid site: https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/103/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en AND
- Check the box on your profile titled “Currently employed by the City of Chicago”
- Enter your employee ID (located on your pay stub labeled ‘payee/employee number’)
- Select your correct bargaining unit
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION
Under general supervision, coordinates and oversees laborer work activities on an assigned shift, supervising staff in performing grounds maintenance and general labor work at the Chicago Department of Aviation’s (CDA) O’Hare International and Midway International Airports to ensure the proper maintenance and upkeep of airport facilities; and performs related duties as required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Reviews work orders requesting laborer services, prioritizes work based on operational needs
and makes assignments to staff of Laborers. Schedules work routes and assigns staff to collect refuse and bulk garbage from the exterior of all terminals and security posts, and from exterior and interior of support facilities (i.e. airport maintenance complex (AMC), H&R plant and warehouse). Monitors work crews assigned to clean and pick up debris from exterior areas including sidewalks, grass areas, fence lines parking lots and roadways. Supervises and monitors staff engaged in snow and ice removal from sidewalks, curbs and exterior of terminals and facilities and the spreading of salt to ensure the safety of passengers, visitors and staff. Directs ground maintenance activities including grass cutting, weed trimming, weed spraying and tree and shrub rimming/cutting activities around terminals and airport areas. Assigns work crews to clean up areas of vehicle accidents or other types of accidents/emergencies; coordinates with airfield operations personnel to obtain clearance for Laborers to access airfield to remove debris and objects as required. Assigns staff to loads and unload supply trucks with supplies, equipment and materials for delivery to various facilities and storerooms throughout the airport. Oversees staff performing laborer duties inside terminal areas including disposing of bulk items,
cleaning areas of refuse and debris, moving furniture and office equipment, and setting up and removing platforms, tables, chairs and decorations for special events/holidays. Implements safety work procedures and practices to minimize employee accidents and to promote a safe work environment; prepares accident and injury reports. Approves time off requests; conducts performance evaluations; and initiates and enforces disciplinary actions; informs General Foreman of performance or operational problems. Prepares productivity reports and related work reports. Performs other related duties as required.
Location: ORD (AMC BLD 1000 W. Montrose)
Days: Varies (based on operating needs)
Hours: Varies (based on operating needs)
THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE
Candidate(s) selected for hire must pass a background check and a Security Threat Assessment (STA).
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Two years of work experience in grounds and building maintenance work for a large facility or commercial building.
Licensure, Certification, or Other Qualifications
A valid State of Illinois driver’s license is required. Must pass a Ground Motor Vehicle Operating Regulation Basic Driving test administered by the Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) within six months of hire.
Candidate(s) selected for hire must pass a background check and a Security Threat Assessment (STA).
SELECTION REQUIREMENTS
This position requires Bidders to take a skills assessment test with multiple components. BIDDERS who successfully apply for the position, meet the minimum qualifications, and PASS the skills assessment test with multiple components, will be INTERVIEWED. Selected bidders will be hired in seniority order and according to C.B.A rules.
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:
Application Evaluation: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. 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 in an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.
Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59pm CDT on 10/29/2025
Unposting Date: Oct 29, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
BU: 54
Salary: $52.30/HR Pay Basis : Hourly