Aircraft Servicer - Ft Hood

Training,-Rehabilitation-; Fort Cavazos (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Training,-Rehabilitation- seeks an Aircraft Ground Support Attendant to service aircraft on the flight line, direct pilots, and load/unload baggage under contract requirements in Texas. The role includes operating ground support equipment, de-icing, and maintaining cleanliness of aircraft interiors and exteriors.

The position requires an FAA A&P license or DD214 with similar qualifications, a valid Texas Class B license with air brake end, and the ability to obtain US Secret Security Clearance.

Qualifications

• FAA A&P license or DD Form 214 with similar military qualifications
• Ability to operate a vehicle on the airfield
• Texas Class B driver license with air brake endorsement
• Must be able to obtain and maintain US Secret Security Clearance

Responsibilities

• Serves aircraft, directing ground movements with signals
• Parks aircraft using blocks, ties, and chocks; secures position
• Replenishes fuel, oil, water, and waste system chemicals
• Maintains oxygen and hydraulic fluids; removes waste
• Documents maintenance records and service performed
• De-ices aircraft wings and assemblies
• Operates ground support equipment and engine starting units
• Loads/unloads luggage and cargo with tow truck and carts
• Cleans exterior or interior of aircraft; unloads/load equipment
• Traces lost luggage and prepares baggage claims
• Adheres to safety, quality and contract requirements
• Possesses required Security Clearance; follows OPS and safety SOPs
• Adheres to Property Control Plan for GFE
• Other tasks as directed by Project Manager/Supervisor

Skills

A&P license

Driver's license

Security clearance

Safety compliance

Education

FAA A&P license

Job description

Description

Essential Functions:

• Services aircraft, directs incoming and outgoing aircraft near terminal or flight line parking area, and assists pilot's maneuvering of the aircraft on ground, using hand or light signals
• Drives light truck with guiding sign and secures aircraft in parking position with blocks, stakes, and tie downs
• Operates service vehicles to replenish fuel, oil, water, and waste system chemicals
• Services oxygen and hydraulic fluid; removes waste
• Documents aircraft maintenance records with description of the services performed
• Checks for fuel contamination by draining sumps and fuel drains
• Operates ground support equipment such as electrical power supply and engine starting units
• Examines tires for specified air pressure and condition; removes and replaces defective tires
• Assists in jacking and towing aircraft
• Positions and removes boarding platforms to unload or load aircraft passengers
• Unloads and loads luggage and cargo, using tow truck with luggage carts
• Cleans exterior or interior of aircraft, using portable platform ladders, brushes, rags, water hose, and vacuum
• De-ices aircraft wings and assemblies
• Loads and unloads containers of food, beverages, and dishes for in-flight meal services
• Traces lost luggage for customers and prepare lost baggage claims
• Installs or retrieves drag chutes; sends used chutes to the parachute shop for repacking
• Adheres to the Quality Control Program in accordance with the contract
• Adheres to the safety program IAW contract requirements; and federal, state, and local regulations
• Adheres to standard work practices, safety, quality, equipment, vehicles, supplies, performance work statement, and company policies and procedures
• Executes reports, inspections, and logs as required by the organization and contract requirements
• Operate vehicle, property, equipment and supply programs;
• Complies with the Drug-Free Workplace policy
• Adheres to Operations Security standard operating procedures
• Complies with the Property Control Plan for management of Government Furnished Property
• Adheres to the safety and health program that complies with EM 385-1-1 and applicable OSHA, DoD, Armed Forces, federal, state, and local safety, environmental, and health requirements
• Adheres to a site-specific Accident Prevention Plan in accordance with Appendix A, EM 385-1-1
• Other tasks as directed by the Project Manager/Supervisor
• Must be able to obtain and maintain US Secret Security Clearance
• Valid Texas Driver's license required, class "B" with air brake endorsement
• Benefits include: Medical, Vision, Dental, Health & Welfare, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays.

TRDI hires many individuals with and without disabilities, especially those that are transitioning out of the Armed Services:

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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Qualifications

Experience

Required

FAA Airframe and Powerplant license and/or DD Form 214 with similar military qualifications

Must be able to complete and maintain certification to operate a vehicle on the airfield

Preferred

Three (3) years relevant work experience