MAINTENANCE - DOT DRIVER (2026)

AERO-FLITE, INC.•Spokane, WA

30d•$23 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The mission of Aero-Flite is to provide exceptional firefighting aircraft and customer service in support of our ground firefighting partners. Our vision is to continually strive to improve our safety and service while offering greater value to our partner agencies. Summary The DOT Driver/Detailer position performs a variety of routine and complex transportation support work in driving and coordinating transportation plans. The DOT Driver offers logistical support in the Aero-Flite mission to ensure aircraft flight and maintenance operations are maintained and the company is able to meet the customer need. This is a full-time position based at Spokane, WA hangar when not dispatched to the field.

Requirements

Exceptional ability to communicate and convey information, inter/ intradepartmental, via multiple mediums.
Proactive ability and desire to solve problems in a dynamic environment.
Superior customer relationship management skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters.
Must be able to back a trailer.
High school or equivalent graduate.
Minimum of three years’ related experience.
Acceptable MVR to insurance carrier and age 21.
Ability to obtain DOT Medical Certificate
Valid Driver License
Acceptable MVR
SIDA Badge
Passport
DOT Drug Test

Nice To Haves

Class A CDL is an asset but is not required.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of duties in the support of the aircraft fleet, ensuring truck and trailer arrive at the specified destination within the required time.
Maintain trucks and trailers by coordinating and/or performing routine inspections, scheduled preventative maintenance. Refer complex defects or repairs to DOT Coordinator/Lead GSE for correction; ensure truck and trailer are clean and presentable.
Follow elog book requirements for logging hours worked and hours driven per day.
Follow all FMCSA, DOT, applicable state and Aero-Flite regulations and safety rules.
Ensure company property, trucks and trailers are properly secured to prevent theft or damage.
Remain available until aircraft and maintenance support duties are completed for the day.
Perform all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
Other duties as assigned.
Runner pick up/drop off equipment, parts, supplies for efficient operation of the hangars.
General hangar cleaning; sweep, mop, Zamboni
General maintenance (as ability dictates)
Trailer repair, refurbishment
Wheel, bearing maintenance, replacement
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Employees will be eligible to enroll in the company's medical/dental/vision insurance, flexible spending account, retirement plan with match contributions, company paid life & disability and financial wellness programs.
Hired applicants will receive paid leave and may be eligible for bonuses.

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