Aircraft Fueler

Menzies Aviation•Orlando, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Aircraft Fueler performs aircraft fueling and defueling safely and efficiently. The role involves operating fuel trucks, hydrant carts, and stationary carts; accurately accounting for fuel transactions; performing daily quality-control checks; maintaining equipment; and ensuring proper fuel loading and balancing. The position requires compliance with health, safety, security, and government requirements, as well as attendance standards and other assigned duties. Employees are expected to follow workplace safety procedures, report hazards and incidents, cooperate with managers and supervisors on legal requirements, understand the company’s health and safety policy, and attend company-arranged training. The work is primarily outdoors and includes exposure to inclement weather, aviation fumes, varying noise levels, and cleaning or chemical materials. Safety equipment must be worn as required by the task. The role includes physical activities such as standing, walking, climbing, operating large pipeline valves, digging, shoveling, and removing debris. Employees may need to lift or move up to 70 pounds and perform pulling, pushing, twisting, squatting, kneeling, and overhead movements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Menzies Aviation describes itself as an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible applicants. It aims to create an inclusive working environment where employees feel valued and can reach their potential.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must possess a valid US driver’s license.
Must pass a pre-employment color vision test.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Must be able to proficiently read, write, and speak English.
Must be able to perform basic math calculations.
Must pass a background check and obtain a US Customs seal.
Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts, including weekends and holidays.
Must be able to handle fueling carts and hoses, including lifting and moving up to 70 pounds.
Must be comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
Ability to learn quickly.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to build relationships.
Must be able to meet the physical demands described, including frequently lifting or moving up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 70 pounds, and operating large pipeline valves.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience, including a Commercial Driver’s License or experience in the Oil and Gas Industry, is preferred.

Responsibilities

Fuel aircraft safely and efficiently.
Drive and operate fuel trucks, hydrant carts, and stationary carts to fuel aircraft.
Accurately account for fuel transactions.
Perform daily quality-control checks on equipment.
Keep equipment clean and functional.
Ensure fuel is loaded and balanced correctly.
Defuel aircraft as directed.
Conduct operations in accordance with health, safety, security, and government requirements.
Meet attendance standards and perform other assigned duties.
Take reasonable care for the health and safety of oneself and others at work.
Cooperate with managers and supervisors to support compliance with legal requirements.
Avoid intentionally or recklessly interfering with or misusing company-provided health, safety, or welfare equipment.
Inform a manager or supervisor of work situations, equipment, or activities presenting serious or immediate danger.
Report hazards, near misses, incidents, accidents, and dangerous occurrences to a manager or supervisor.
Work in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules and procedures.
Understand the company health and safety policy and attend company-arranged training.
Operate large product-delivery pipeline valves and perform digging, shoveling, snow removal, and debris removal as required.