Plane Captain

Amentum•Corpus Christi, TX

16h•$42

About The Position

The Plane Captain performs aircraft handling, servicing, daily and turnaround inspections, and related flight-line duties. The role includes conducting pre-operational inspections and fueling ground support equipment, as well as providing technical assistance, guidance, and instruction to Aircraft Washers and Plane Captain Helpers. The Plane Captain also supports aircraft launch and recovery, towing, tie-down, and covering operations; completes applicable maintenance documentation; and helps maintain compliance with safety, security, and operational programs. The position involves working assigned shifts and schedules and may require travel for cross-country rescues and detachments of unknown duration. Work takes place in shop, hangar, and flight-line settings, with conditions ranging from minimal physical discomfort to severe weather, high noise, electrical hazards, and exposure to fumes or airborne particles. Respirator use may be required. The role requires physical activity such as bending, climbing, pushing, kneeling, and extended walking or standing, and may require lifting objects weighing up to 70 pounds. Amentum describes a safety culture in which employees are responsible for maintaining a safe work environment, completing required training, fulfilling self-aid/buddy-aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees or teams as appropriate. The listed compensation rate is 42.34; the posting does not specify the currency or whether this is an hourly rate.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two or more years of experience in aviation maintenance and/or flight-line operations.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to obtain and maintain any company- or government-required qualification, certification, license, or security clearance.
Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English and follow verbal and written instructions.
Thorough knowledge of applicable safety and maintenance manuals.
Thorough working knowledge of aircraft flight-line operations, aircraft handling, servicing, marshaling, common hand tools, and normal operational safety requirements of the aircraft.
Ability to work any assigned shift and schedule.
Ability to travel in support of cross-country rescues and detachments of unknown duration.
Ability to perform physical activities associated with shop, hangar, and flight-line maintenance, including bending, stooping, walking, climbing, pushing, stretching, and kneeling.
Ability to use eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity.
Ability to lift objects that normally will not exceed 70 pounds.
Ability to walk and stand on level or inclined surfaces for extended periods throughout the day.
Close vision, including color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Ability to hear within the normal range.

Responsibilities

Perform the duties and responsibilities of the Aircraft Washer and Plane Captain Helper classifications.
Perform daily and turnaround inspections according to applicable procedures.
Initiate and complete applicable maintenance forms.
Perform aircraft fuel sampling and servicing according to established procedures.
Launch and recover aircraft.
Serve as aircraft taxi director during launch and recovery operations.
Tow aircraft and act as aircraft brake rider when required.
Tie down and cover aircraft using established procedures.
Provide technical assistance, guidance, and instruction as required.
Use two-way communication equipment as required.
Ensure compliance with Foreign Object Damage (FOD), Hazardous Waste, Egress Familiarization, and Tool Control programs.
Ensure compliance with applicable general and industrial safety rules and regulations for the contract, facility, and job assignment.
Ensure the safety, security, and preservation of government- and company-owned equipment.
Provide courteous and professional customer service.
Operate portable firefighting equipment.
Maintain the cleanliness of the work center.
Perform other qualified or position-related duties as assigned or requested.
As appropriate, complete required training, fulfill self-aid/buddy-aid responsibilities, participate in emergency response tasks, and serve on safety committees and teams.