Aircraft Line Technician - Part Time

Jet Linx Aviation; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Jet Linx Aviation in Wheeling, IL is seeking a versatile facilities support associate to perform cleaning, maintenance, and passenger services. This role requires basic computer use, reliable communication, and the ability to work varied shifts to keep hangar operations smooth.

You will wash aircraft exteriors, detail interiors, assist with aircraft movement and luggage, and provide shuttle service for crew as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Wash aircraft exterior.
• Vacuum and detail aircraft interior.
• Assist with aircraft movement.
• Assist maintenance as needed.
• Provide shuttle service for passengers/crew.
• Handle luggage and marshal aircraft.
• General building upkeep and housekeeping.
• Perform snow removal and basic landscaping as required.
• Move and organize belongings and supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Verbal and written communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to work with minimal supervise

Flexible shifts

Airport security clearance eligibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Perform various general duties necessary to maintain and enhance the safety and cleanliness of the facility. This will be accomplished by performing the following:

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Wash aircraft exterior
• Vacuum and detail aircraft interior
• Assist with aircraft movement
• Assist maintenance department when requested
• Assist with wing-walking duties as required
• Provide shuttle service for passengers/crew as needed
• Wash and detail member vehicles
• Position member vehicles under overhang before passenger arrival
• Organize member keys in dispatch office
• Purchase cleaning supplies pertaining to the cleaning of member vehicles
• Fill member vehicles with fuel
• General building upkeep
• Clean hangar floors
• Maintain front entrance and ramp areas clean
• Marshall arriving aircraft into ramp
• Assist arriving/departing members with luggage
• Refill lobby refrigerator with drinks
• Wash lobby windows
• Perform snow removal duties
• Perform basic landscaping and maintenance duties, including spraying for weeds
• Empty office recycle bins
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

• Basic computer skills
• Effectively communicate through verbal, written and electronic means
• Effectively interact with all levels of the Company
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Work under minimal supervision
• Work varied shifts including evenings, weekends, holidays and on call
• Ability to receive and maintain airport security clearance to work on airport property

Education and Work Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred;
• Possession of a valid driver’s license while maintaining a good driving record

Physical Requirements:

• Move up to 100 pounds on an infrequent basis
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and climates
• Medium to heavy work requiring prolonged or repeated standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching
• Drive automatic transmission vehicles; manual transmission preferred

Documentation Requirements:

• Ability to obtain a U.S. driver's license
• Proof of eligibility to work in the US

Compensation:

Jet Linx offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to team members. Starting hourly wages for this position ranges from $15 to $24 /hour. Actual hourly rates are provided is dependent upon geographic location, aircraft size (crew positions), relevant education, training and experience of the candidate.