Aircraft Groomer

PAL; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Pension plan

Stock purchase plan

Travel privileges

Tuition assistance

Employee & family assistance

Job summary

PAL Technical Services in Campbell River, BC, is hiring a Full-Time Aircraft Groomer to clean and service aircraft interiors and exteriors, ensuring readiness for departures. The role requires physical work, outdoor conditions, and ability to work within tight schedules.

We offer health benefits, a pension plan, travel privileges, tuition assistance, and other employee programs. Candidates must have high school completion and be able to obtain security clearance.

Qualifications

• Previous cleaning/janitorial experience is a strong asset.
• Capable of working under strict timelines to maintain aircraft cleanliness.
• Able to work with minimal supervision and be self-motivated.
• Strong commitment to safety and adherence to all safety procedures.
• Able to work outdoors in all weather and tolerate elevated noise.
• Stand, lift and bend for extended periods; lift up to 50 lbs.
• Shift work availability including mornings, evenings, weekends.
• Good teamwork and communication skills.
• Completion of High School.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
• Ability to obtain Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and clean the interior of the aircraft between flights to ensure an optimal customer service experience for the following flight.
• Ensure the aircraft cabin is equipped for flight according to specifications and standards of cabin servicing supplies.
• Clean the aircraft exterior.
• Clean the interior of aircraft including: galleys, lavatory & cabin areas; remove trash and debris; restock supplies onboard the aircraft; vacuum and mop floors.
• Participate in general Hangar clean-up, ensuring that all supplies are readily available for aircraft grooming.
• Ensure all ramp areas and supply areas are free of trash and debris.
• Improve and maintain aircraft cleanliness under often strict time constraints.
• Ensuring a safe work environment by following all PAL rules and regulations regarding workplace safety.
• Carry out Hangar workplace safety Inspections & Hangar equipment inspections as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Safety minded

Time management

Able to lift 50 lbs

Shift work availability

Team player

Education

High School

Job description

PAL Technical Services is a leader in international aerospace and defense design, development and operation of airborne surveillance aircraft, line maintenance, heavy maintenance checks and modifications. We provide a wide range of aviation and related services to domestic and international markets.

Aircraft Groomers play an important role in ensuring that our aircraft are ready for departure by providing a clean and serviced aircraft interior, fully stocked with all the supplies necessary for a pleasant and safe departure.

PAL Technical Services is currently seeking a Full-Time Aircraft Groomer position in Campbell River, BC.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Preparing and cleaning the interior of the aircraft between flights to ensure an optimal customer service experience for the following flight;
• Ensuring the aircraft cabin is equipped for flight according to specifications and standards of cabin servicing supplies;
• Cleaning the aircraft exterior;
• Cleaning the interior of aircraft including:
  1. Cleaning Aircraft galleys, lavatory & cabin areas;
  2. Removing trash and debris;
  3. Restocking supplies onboard the aircraft;
  4. Vacuuming and mopping of floors;
• Participating in general Hangar clean-up, ensuring that all supplies are readily available for aircraft grooming;
• Ensure all ramp areas and supply areas are free of trash and debris;
• Improve and maintain aircraft cleanliness under often strict time constraints;
• Ensuring a safe work environment by following all PAL rules and regulations regarding workplace safety;
• Carry out Hangar workplace safety Inspections & Hangar equipment inspections as required;
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Previous cleaning/janitorial experience is a very strong asset;
• Capacity to work within strict timelines in order to maintain aircraft cleanliness standards in conjunction with departure schedules;
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and be self-motivated to perform and complete assigned tasks;
• A strong commitment to safety, adhering to all safe work environment standards and procedures;
• Must be willing to work outside in all types of weather and elevated noise levels within the aircraft environment;
• Must be able to stand, lift and bend for extended periods of time, as well as lifting weight up to 50lbs;
• Availability for shift work - may include mornings, evenings, weekends.
• The ability to work well in a team environment, with strong communication and problem solving skills;
• Completion of High School;
• Valid Driver's License, with clean Driver's Abstract;
• Must be able to obtain Security Clearance, which includes a check of your last 5 years of employment and criminal record history.

What we offer:

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Personal travel privileges with PAL and interline agreements with multiple airlines
• Employee Tuition Assistance Program
• Employee and Family Assistance Programs

PAL Technical Services is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates and encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion whereby individuals are recognized, supported, and respected. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you.

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