Aircraft Detailer

Tradewind Aviation LLC • San Juan, PR

20d • Onsite

About The Position

Tradewind Aviation is hiring a full-time Aircraft Detailer for its San Juan, Puerto Rico base. The role reports directly to the base maintenance supervisor and is responsible for ensuring aircraft are in pristine condition for passengers, crew, and inspections. It combines meticulous attention to detail with knowledge of aviation safety standards, technical skill, and a strong work ethic. The schedule must be flexible and includes weekends and holidays.

The Aircraft Detailer cleans aircraft interiors and exteriors, applies surface-protection products, inspects for damage and defects, documents completed work, and reports discrepancies. The position also involves minor repairs, maintaining an organized hangar, assisting mechanics when able, and coordinating with maintenance, ramp, and customer service teams to ensure aircraft readiness. The employee is expected to collaborate positively and provide customer service to internal and external stakeholders, project partners, and business users.

Work takes place in a fast-paced airport environment and may involve outdoor weather, aircraft noise, vehicle traffic, jet blast, propeller hazards, aircraft exhaust, fuel fumes, and cleaning chemicals and detailing products. The role requires lifting, pushing, or pulling at least 55 pounds, bending, and stooping, as well as communicating by phone and in meetings and operating a computer and standard office equipment.

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with cleaning products, polishes, waxes, and specialized tools.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Valid passport without travel restrictions.
• Fluency in English, including the ability to read, write, and speak accurately and effectively.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull at least 55 pounds, bend, and stoop, and work in various weather conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively by phone and in in-person and virtual meetings.
• Ability to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and standard office equipment.
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Vacuum carpets and upholstery and clean aircraft cabins, galleys, lavatories, and cockpits.
• Wash, wax, polish, and buff aircraft fuselages, windows, and other surfaces.
• Apply protective compounds, polishes, and coatings to prevent damage.
• Inspect aircraft for damage, wear, and defects and report issues to supervisors.
• Apply decals and striping and perform minor fixes as required.
• Follow aviation safety regulations and chemical-handling procedures.
• Record completed tasks and note discrepancies.
• Coordinate with maintenance, ramp, and customer service teams to ensure aircraft readiness.
• Maintain a clean and organized hangar.
• Assist mechanics when able.
• Collaborate with and provide customer service to internal and external stakeholders, project partners, and business users.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and voluntary insurance plans.
• Retirement plan with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Standby travel on select Tradewind Aviation scheduled flights.
• Discounted standby travel benefits on numerous major and regional U.S. and international airlines.
• Career path with opportunities for growth and advancement throughout the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed