Aircraft Servicer

Amentum•Homestead, FL

1d•$31

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. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain the clearance.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Knowledge of safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

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
Secures aircraft in parking position with aircraft wheel chocks, installs landing gear and safing pins
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