IND Deicing Agent

Menzies Aviation•Indianapolis, IN

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aircraft Deicing Agent performs basic de-icing services for commercial aircraft, including checking for leading-edge ice and frost and applying de-icing fluid. The role also involves operating heavy vehicles around aircraft during de-icing, documenting fluid transactions, checking equipment and vehicles, and communicating with ground crew, flight crew, and dispatch. The agent must comply with safety procedures and meet the station’s attendance and punctuality standards. The position requires flexible availability for variable shifts, weekends, and holidays, and work in all weather conditions.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or GED, or one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid U.S. driver’s license.
Pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Ability to read, write, and speak English proficiently.
Ability to lift 70 pounds repetitively.
Comfortable working in all weather conditions.
Pass an FBI background check and obtain a U.S. Customs Seal.
Comfortable working at heights of 15–20 feet.
Available and flexible to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience loading and unloading heavy products or equipment.
Prior ramp experience.

Responsibilities

Check aircraft for leading-edge ice and frost.
Apply Type 1 or Type 4 de-icing fluid to aircraft wings, fuselage, and tail.
Drive large, heavy vehicles around aircraft during de-icing operations.
Accurately account for de-icing fluid transactions.
Perform daily quality control checks on equipment and vehicles.
Operate a headset or radio to communicate between ground crew, flight crew, and dispatch.
Know and comply with all safety procedures and protocols.
Provide additional service as required.
Meet the station’s attendance and tardiness standards.
Take reasonable care of personal and others’ health, safety, and wellbeing at work, following provided information, training, and workplace safety rules or procedures.