Building and Grounds Lead Mechanic at Piedmont Airlines in Roanoke, VA

Building and Grounds Lead Mechanic

Location: Roanoke, VA

We can’t wait to share our passion for aviation with you! Join a team that works hard, cares for each other and offers plenty of opportunities to grow.

At Piedmont Airlines, our strength is in the way we deliver industry-leading service to our customers and airline partners. To continue our standard of excellence, Piedmont is seeking a motivated, reliable professional to join our team as a Building and Grounds Lead Mechanic in our Maintenance Department. The primary responsibility of the position is to direct and assist Building and Grounds Mechanics in the cleaning, repair, and upkeep of the inside and outside of the building and surrounding grounds. This position performs activities necessary to maintain facility, lighting, plumbing, paint, and HVAC systems. The successful candidate will have a general knowledge of hand tools, basic carpentry skills, and basic electrical skills. This position will report to the Maintenance Base Manager.

Essential Duties:

• Direct and assist Building and Grounds Mechanics with assigned duties

• Maintain the appearance of company buildings, hangars, offices, and shops, both internally and externally

• Maintain the company grounds, landscaping, and lawns

• Perform activities necessary to maintain facility lighting, plumbing, paint, and HVAC systems

• Maintain and improve facility cleanliness and employee safety

• Perform carpentry, electrical tasks, and modifications around company facilities

• Complete repairs and alterations to building exterior and interior

• Clean properties, including parking lot maintenance

• Basic maintenance of tools and equipment to perform assigned tasks

Job Qualifications and Competencies:

• General knowledge of hand tools

• Basic Carpentry skill

• Basic Electrical skill

• Basic Plumbing knowledge

• Knowledge of prep and painting outdoors or indoors

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience with building and grounds maintenance

• Post High School education in Civil Engineering (Carpentry, Electrical, plumbing)

Work Environment:

• Airport ramp and warehouse environment, subject to varied weather conditions and elevated noise levels

• Available to work any shift including nights, weekends, and holidays

Physical Requirements:

• Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, walking, standing, reaching, lifting, climbing up and down stairs

• Handle objects up to 70 pounds regularly, up to 100+ pounds occasionally with assistance from co-workers or tools

The above statements provide a brief description of the general nature of work performed and are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required for this position. Duties and expectations are subject to change as needed.

Employment is contingent upon a valid driver’s license and clear driving record, 10-year Criminal History Records Check, and drug screen as required. We also require proof of high school or GED completion. Minimum 18 years of age.

Benefit package includes paid training, holiday pay, 401(k), vacation, and family travel on the American Airlines network. Medical and dental available.

Starting Rate:

$20.17/Hourly

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. ​

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer bonuses awarded in accordance with company policies and applicable criteria.

Job Application Deadline:

September 23, 2026

Please note that job postings expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time on the day before the job application deadline. Ensure your application is submitted on time to be considered for the position.