Aircraft Support Technician
About The Position
Sun Country Airlines is seeking an Aircraft Support Technician to join their team. This role is crucial for assisting the Maintenance Operation by positioning aircraft to and from gates, hangars, and parking ramps. The technician will also be responsible for the movement of ground support equipment, checking for arriving and departing aircraft, operating and fueling powered ground support equipment, and working in the tooling distribution and ACC tower for communication of aircraft moves. Sun Country Airlines offers a supportive environment with resources for employees to succeed, including a 4-day on/4-day off schedule, comprehensive benefits, and travel privileges.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must be highly motivated and a self-starter
- Excellent communication, organizational, problem-solving skills
- Work effectively with minimal supervision under stressful situations
- Must be able to obtain MSP SIDA badge and customs seal
- Must have a valid driver's license
Nice To Haves
- Aircraft ground support experience
- Familiarity with aircraft tooling
- Experience distribution of aircraft tooling
- Aircraft experience civilian or military
- VHF radio communication experience
Responsibilities
- Responsible for the safe and timely movement of aircraft
- Work the ACC tower; operating the radio to communicate movement of aircraft
- May work the tooling distribution program; manage the receiving and distribution of tools, sending tools for calibration, and creating tool kits
- Obtain and maintain MAC area movement license
- Assist maintenance with heat carts, ground power units, and stairs
- Assist maintenance with aircraft parking and movement
- Responsible for fueling ground equipment
- Responsible for washing aircraft
- Assist in stocking applicable supplies in hangar/work areas
- Conduct all tasks in a safe and efficient manner complying with all local, state, and federal safety and health regulatory requirements, programmatic standards, and with any internal policies and procedures identified by Sun Country Airlines
- Assist aircraft technicians with maintenance tasks
- All inclement weather aircraft protection duties
- Hangar and Operations area cleaning and organizational duties as assigned
- Other duties as assigned by AST POC, MSP Maintenance Crew Chiefs, and Management
Benefits
- Work 4 days on and have 4 days off schedule
- Comprehensive benefit package including dental and vision PPO and high deductible health plans
- Health savings account and Flexible Spending Account
- Starting day one free standby and discounted travel privileges for employees, family, & friends
- 401(k) match
- Paid Time Off
- Paid holidays
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program including counseling for employees and their family
- Fitness incentive and Stop Smoking Support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
