Aircraft Appearance Technician - HOU

swa; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free flights for you and dependents

Retirement contributions up to 9.3%

Profit sharing

Health insurance for you and dependets

Health plan enrollment from day one

Job summary

Southwest Airlines is seeking an Aircraft Appearance Technician to keep planes clean and ready for flight. The role covers interior and exterior cleaning, replacement of seat covers, and related tasks on hangars or ramp areas. You will operate forklifts, tugs, and lifts as needed, with schedule based on seniority and possible overtime.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid U.S. driver’s license, and the ability to obtain a SIDA badge. U.S.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid U.S. Driver's License.
• Ability to work rotating shifts, holidays, and overtime.
• U.S. citizenship or authorization to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Clean, wash, and polish interior and exterior of airplanes.
• Replace aircraft seat covers and aisle rugs on service checks.
• Drive company motor vehicles when needed.
• Carry out safety and FAA initiatives as directed.
• Meet physical ability requirements listed in this description.
• May perform other duties as directed by leaders.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Communication skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Tug operation

Scissor lifts

Boom lifts

Job description

Department

Technical Operations

Our Company Promise

We are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.

Job Description

Pay & Benefits:

Pay of $22.27 per hour. With the opportunity for future increase per applicable collective bargaining agreement wage scale. Opportunities for overtime and shift premiums.

• Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
• Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan with Company contributions up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings***
• Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan- when Southwest profits, you profit***
• Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents (including pets)
• Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You will have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan with coverage retroactively available to your first day of employment

Explore more Benefits you'll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefits

Want to help keep our planes clean, safe, and ready to fly? Aircraft Appearance Technicians at Southwest clean the inside and outside of airplanes, replace seat covers and aisle rugs, and tidy up tools and work areas. They work in places like the hangar where our planes are parked and maintained, or they work on the ramp, where planes are parked for Customers to board for takeoff. They also drive vehicles to move equipment and follow safety rules to protect our Teams and Customers. This role is great for someone who enjoys working around aircraft, staying active, and being part of a Team that helps flights run safely and on time. Check out what a day as an Appearance Technician is like: swa.is/DayWithAppearanceTech

Additional details

This role is part of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which means pay, schedules, and other job details are set through an agreement with the labor union.

Work schedules are based on seniority and may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays. There may be times when mandatory overtime is required to support flight operations, but there are also opportunities to trade shifts and find a schedule that works for you.

U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available.

We're committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning, washing, and polishing the interior and exterior of airplanes, airplane parts, maintenance equipment, shops, and hangars
• Replacement of aircraft seat covers and aisle rugs on service checks, turnarounds, or through-flights
• The driving of motor vehicles, when necessary, in connection with the work of an Appearance Technician
• Carry out safety and/or security initiatives as directed by Southwest Airlines or the FAA
• Must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed in this description
• May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be able to read documents, follow instructions, learn, and understand operations procedures, rules, and regulations
• Must be able to perform well in a fast-paced environment, subject to adverse weather conditions, including extreme heat or extreme cold, as well as aircraft noise
• Must be able to be alert to moving vehicles or aircraft and use radio equipment as needed
• Must be able to communicate information and instructions in writing, verbally, or via radio equipment, as needed
• Must be capable of being trained on, as well as, operating a forklift and a tug
• Must be capable of being trained on, as well as, operating scissor and boom lifts at heights of up to 40 feet
• Must be able to easily climb up and down ladders, stairs, and stands while cleaning the interior and/or exterior of the aircraft, including times while washing and waxing the aircraft
• Must be able to work rotating shifts, holidays, and overtime

Education

Required: High School Diploma or GED

Licensing/Certification

• Must possess and maintain a valid U.S. Driver's License
• Must have the ability to obtain a SIDA badge and meet local airport requirements

Physical Abilities

• Must be able to work well in confined areas, reach, and stand for long period