Aircraft Servicer - Customs & Border Protection

Amentum

101d

About The Position

The Aircraft Servicer services aircraft, performing any combination of the following tasks, directs incoming and outgoing aircraft near terminal or flight line parking area to assist pilot's maneuvering of the aircraft on ground, using hand or light signals or drives light truck with guiding sign, and secures aircraft in parking position with aircraft wheel chocks, installs landing gear and safing pins. Principal Accountabilities: Operate service vehicles to replenish water, waste system chemicals (at select locations). Assist with refueling, defueling, and towing aircraft (tow vehicle operator). Operate ground support equipment such as electrical power carts, engine starting carts, air conditioning carts, nitrogen carts, oil and hydraulic carts for servicing aircraft. Examine tires for specified air pressure and condition. Position boarding platforms to unload or load aircraft passengers using a staircase truck. De-ice aircraft wings and assemblies (select locations). Extract engine oil samples when required and provide to NDI for analysis. Coordinate via land mobile radio with air traffic control for follow me and towing of aircraft to designated parking spots. Retrieve drag chutes and return to owning maintenance unit. Coordinate with base supply in ordering parts for aircraft. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a CBP Background Investigation Suitability clearance.
• US Citizenship is required to obtain the clearance.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) License within 24 months after employment start date.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe & Power Plant (A&P) License.
• DD214 with documentation reflecting aircraft maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct incoming and outgoing aircraft near terminal or flight line parking area.
• Assist pilot's maneuvering of the aircraft on ground using hand or light signals.
• Drive light truck with guiding sign.
• Secure aircraft in parking position with aircraft wheel chocks.
• Install landing gear and safing pins.
• Operate service vehicles to replenish water and waste system chemicals.
• Assist with refueling, defueling, and towing aircraft.
• Operate ground support equipment for servicing aircraft.
• Examine tires for specified air pressure and condition.
• Position boarding platforms to unload or load aircraft passengers.
• De-ice aircraft wings and assemblies.
• Extract engine oil samples for analysis.
• Coordinate with air traffic control for towing of aircraft.
• Retrieve drag chutes and return to maintenance unit.
• Coordinate with base supply in ordering parts for aircraft.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees