Aircraft Deicer - IDS (Buffalo Airport)

The Inland Group of Companies; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Take-Along Dental

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Loyalty Program

Flexible schedule

Advancement opportunities & Mentorship

On the job training

Referral bonuses - unlimited

Job summary

The Inland Group of Companies is seeking an Aircraft Deicer at the Cheektowaga, NY area. This part-time seasonal role removes ice from aircraft, inspects for frozen contamination, and applies glycol-based de-icer while adhering to safety standards.

Join a safety‑minded team with on-the-job training, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for advancement; plus referral bonuses and benefits. The position requires reliability for winter weather shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ with valid US driver’s license.
• Successful completion of airport badging and background check.
• High school diploma or equivalent; intermediate computer skills preferred.
• Read, write and understand English; follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety during de/anti-icing operations and follow company policies.
• Inspect aircraft for frozen contamination and apply de-icing fluid correctly.
• Prepare equipment and perform checks for de-icing events.
• Close out paperwork and logbooks, reporting maintenance issues as needed.

Skills

Driver's license

English proficiency

Intermediate computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Discover an exciting future at the Airport!

Location

247 Cayuga Rd. Ste. 200 Cheektowago, NY. 14225

Pay rate

$18.00/hr. | Part-time Seasonal and on-call base on winter weather

About Us

The Inland Group of Companies (IDS and Quantem Aviation Services) is a trusted aviation partner operating at over 50+ airports across Canada and the United States. We deliver aircraft de-icing, fueling, environmental management, ground handling, and other specialized aviation support services. Safety is our highest priority. Every employee has the authority and responsibility to stop work when unsafe conditions exist.

What's In It For You

• Take-Along Dental
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (if eligibility requirements are met)
• Employee Loyalty Program
• Flexible schedule
• Advancement opportunities & Mentorship program
• On the job training
• $300 referral bonuses - unlimited

Position Overview

The primary role of the aircraft deicer is to remove ice from the aircraft. The individual in this position inspects the aircraft for ice and for remaining frozen contamination after the deicing has been performed. He or she sprays the airplane down with the deicing fluid, which is usually made of glycol. Here is a streaming video of what we do: https://youtu.be/TXc32NVzmag?si=d8c1oRv3iye7_XbU

Essential Duties And Responsibilities (Including But Not Limited To)

• Ensure a safe environment during the de/anti-icing operation and make sure all company policies and procedures are being followed correctly;
• Uphold and follow the duties related to de/anti-icing aircraft according to procedures for both airlines and IDS including inspecting aircraft for frozen contamination;
• Participate in the pre-planning for the de/anti-ice event (perform checks on equipment, trucks, servicing equipment with fuel or glycol);
• Ensure proper shutdown of pads, including paperwork and log books; that all maintenance issues have been logged and reported to maintenance and all proper shutdown procedures for the equipment are followed.

Required Skills And Experience

• Must be at least 18 years old with a valid US Driver’s license and reliable transportation;
• Successful completion of the airport badging and background check process required for this location.
• High school diploma or equivalent and Intermediate computer skills preferred;
• Maintain and treat all information as confidential;
• Must be able to read, write, understand and carry out instructions in English;
• Must be able to speak and hear efficiently as well as, verbally direct in English;
• Possess the tact to deal with all levels of employees and client representatives;
• Successful completion of all IDS classroom and OJT de-/anti-icing training;
• Must be available to work at least 3 shifts minimum per week (Monday - Friday) and at least 2 weekend days per month (Saturday – Sunday);
• We are transitioning into a Single Operations Station. It will be required that Aircraft Deicer’s pass all qualifications to become Single Operations Qualified within the first 60 days of employment.

Work Environment

• The Inland Group of Companies maintains a drug-free workplace and, as such, all candidates and employees can expect to participate in our drug testing program.
• Prolonged periods of time standing with exposure to prevalent weather, dust, dirt, fuel, fumes and noise, in or around heavy equipment and moving vehicles.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to squat, stoop, kneel, bend, stretch, crawl, climb ladders and work at heights in excess of 15-ft to perform inspections;
• Must be able to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms;
• Vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus;
• May be exposed to hazards inherent in airport operations, including noise, vehicles, equipment, and winter weather, all of which are well-managed with a high level of training, personal protective equipment, and safety procedures.

The Inland Group of Companies offers a variety of opportunities to work in the field of aviation. Whether its deicing aircraft, protecting the environment, or keeping passengers and cargo moving, your future can take off with the Inland Group.