Aircraft Appearance Agent

Worldwide Flight Services (WFS); Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Awards program

Health insurance

Travel discounts

Wellness program

401k

Internal mobility

Job summary

Worldwide Flight Services is hiring an Aircraft Appearance Agent to ensure clean, flight-ready aircraft interiors. You will equip cabins, perform thorough interior cleaning, stock service kits, and follow site security procedures. This role is covered under a collective bargaining agreement and may vary by contract.

Applicants must have a HS Diploma or GED, be at least 18, and fluent in English. Shift work includes weekends and holidays; TWU membership is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts including weekends/holidays.
• Union membership with TWU may be a requirement.

Responsibilities

• Equip cabin with supplies and linens per checklists.
• Clean aircraft interior using manual and mechanized tools.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums.
• Verify deliveries against requisitions for discrepancies.
• Perform interior cleaning and stock cabin service kits.
• Clean and stock cabin service areas and vehicles.
• Complete required work forms and logs.

Skills

English fluency

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Shift flexibility

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

Take a Huge step in your career and join Worldwide Flight Services. WFS employs over 22,200 of the finest professionals in ground handling across a global network of more than 170 locations and 22 countries on five continents. A career with us opens up a world of opportunities to develop your existing skills, to learn new skills, and to experience working with different customers and cultures with the sole aim of always delivering a world-class service. WFS provides a full-service capability that includes Aviation cargo, Airline passenger, and Aviation ramp services. Our team of people is highly trained, highly skilled, and confident airport service professionals who are supported by local training and development. We are passionate, capable, and always willing to explore new opportunities presented by customers all over the world.

About WFS

Join our Worldwide Flight Services family and contribute to the timely delivery of cargo shipment, luggage, business to customer delivery, and on-time flights while operating safely and securely. We perform at the highest level for our customers every day, and strive to be an exceptional leader in our industry with our teams of cargo, passenger, ramp handling, and technical service experts in 164 airport locations, 18 countries, and on 5 continents. Are you ready to take off on your next career with us?

Job Summary

The Aircraft Appearance Agent is responsible for ensuring the interior of aircraft is clean, well-stocked, and flight-ready in accordance with airline and safety standards. Duties include equipping cabins with necessary supplies, performing thorough interior cleanings using both manual and mechanized tools, and maintaining service kits and cleaning equipment. Agents must comply with all site security procedures and report any concerns as required. This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement and may vary based on customer contract needs.

Salary: $19.00/hour

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Responsibilities

• Equip airplane cabin, by reading check list specifications, with equipment and supplies such as rugs, linens, blankets, etc., as well as carrying supplies weighing up to 50 lbs. on board aircraft
• Cognitive skills to check condition, clean, sort, count, salvage and/or store equipment, and assemble kits.
• Operate vacuum cleaner and similar mechanized cleaning aids.
• Cognitive skills to check deliveries of supplies against requisitions to determine discrepancies.
• Performing aircraft interior cleaning, including equipping the aircraft cabin for flight according to specifications, with equipment and cabin services supplies.
• Cleaning interior of aircraft by hand or powered equipment using cleaners.
• Completion of the aircraft cleaning bill of work as required.
• Stocking and cleaning of vehicles used in the cleaning function.
• Stocking and cleaning of the cabin service make-up rooms area.
• Stocking and maintaining cabin service kits.
• Disposing of trash, rubbish and waste that is incidental and related to the applicable job functions.
• Uses cleaning fluids and materials, such as washing solutions, scrapers, squeegees, wringer pails and vacuum cleaners.
• Completes forms connected with work assignments according to established procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• HS Diploma, GED or Equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends (i.e., Friday, Saturday and Sunday), holidays, and days off.
• Ability to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language.
• This job is covered by a collective bargaining agreement of the Transport Workers Union (TWU), a labor union which requires joining the TWU and paying union dues.

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience in cleaning services role
• Previous experience in aviation industry

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

• Must be able to perform functions in variable weather conditions as well as environmental conditions, i.e., jet engine fumes, vehicle emissions, dust, and jet engine noise.
• Lifts refuse containers weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Reach, bend, and twist in confined space to hand clean, using cleaning fluid and materials, the interior of aircraft including meal trays, ash trays, lavatories, overhead storage bins and buffets.
• Ability to judge distances.
• Reports to work on time when scheduled.

Perks & Benefits

• Want your pay in advance? Access your pay when you need it through DailyPay app!
• Are you a top performer who thrives on recognition? On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more!
• Need quality medical care? Multiple options for both full and part-time employees!
• Want WFS Employee Extras? Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More!
• Looking to stay healthy and improve your life? Wellness Programs offered to all employees!
• Want to invest in your future? 401k program offered!
• Looking to grow and have a career with us? Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available!

WFS is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and inclusion. We accept applications from all qualified individuals.