Airport Ballast Agent PT - SLC

Unifi • Salt Lake City, UT

6h • Onsite

About The Position

Unifi has decades of experience in the aviation services industry. We continue to innovate, adapt, and grow by leaning on our experience and expertise in airline ground services. Our vision is to be the most respected company by providing exceptional experience getting aircraft and passengers to their destination safely. We are seeking individuals to join our growing team who are passionate, have integrity, and have empathy for how their words and decisions affect our employees, customers, and partners. An Aircraft Ballast Bag Fabricator is responsible for the fabrication, inspection, and repair of durable, weight-dispersing ballast bags—typically filled with sand or metal shot—to ensure aircraft cargo compartments remain within approved weight and balance limits. This role requires precision sewing, detailed material inspection, and strict adherence to aviation safety and quality standards related to handling, loading, and securing ballast equipment.

Requirements

• Proficiency in industrial sewing techniques and handling of heavy-duty materials such as canvas, nylon, and reinforced webbing.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify material defects and workmanship issues.
• Working knowledge of weight distribution principles and aviation safety protocols.
• Physical ability to handle heavy materials and completed ballast bags safely.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture heavy-duty, reinforced ballast bags using approved materials, ensuring seams and closures are secure to safely contain ballast media.
• Examine completed and in-service bags for material defects, including worn webbing, fraying, punctures, or compromised stitching.
• Verify that ballast bags meet specified weight tolerances, design requirements, and applicable safety standards to maintain proper aircraft center of gravity.
• Perform repairs on damaged bags, including replacement of webbing, hardware, fasteners, and reinforcement components as required.
• Follow established aviation safety procedures and quality guidelines to ensure all ballast equipment is suitable for use in aircraft cargo environments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed