BWI-Deicing Agent $18.50hr

Menzies Aviation; Leeds (MD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Menzies Aviation in Baltimore/BWI is seeking a Seasonal De-icing Agent to support aircraft de-icing operations on the tarmac. You will apply Type 1 or Type 4 fluids, inspect aircraft for ice, and coordinate with ground crews to ensure timely departures.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, ability to lift 70 lbs, and willingness to train 7am–3pm for the first two weeks. Prior heavy equipment experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver's License and FAA airport identifications/seals or authorizations preferred.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Ability to work at heights up to 40 feet.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Check aircraft for leading edge ice and frost.
• Apply Deice Fluid Type 1 or Type 4 to wings, fuselage, and tail.
• Drive large, heavy vehicles around aircraft during deicing operations.
• Maintain accurate accounting of de-icing fluid transactions.
• Perform daily quality control checks on equipment and vehicles.
• Operate headset/radio for communication between ground crew, flight crew, and dispatch.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Work outdoors in all weather

Basic math

Heavy equipment operation (preferred)

Attend training 7am-3pm (first 2 weeks

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Baltimore, MD | BWI
BWI Airport, MD 21240, USA

Description

Overview

People. Passion. Pride. This is what has driven our teams since 1833.

Since that time, we have developed to become a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services at over 300 locations in 65 countries, across 6 continents.

But at the heart of our business is our people.

Role Purpose

The Seasonal De-icing Agent performs basic de-icing service to commercial aircraft .

What you will be doing

• Responsible for checking aircraft for leading edge ice and frost.
• Application of Deice Fluid Type 1 or Type 4 to aircraft wings, fuselage, and tail.
• Responsible for driving large, heavy vehicles around aircraft while deicing operation is being performed.
• Responsible for accurate accounting of de-icing fluid transactions.
• Perform daily quality control checks on equipment and vehicles.
• Operate headset/radio to provide communication between ground crew, flight crew, and dispatch.

Safety, Security, Wellbeing and Compliance:

You will have a responsibility and dutywhileat work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures. The company is committed to providing a safe working environment for all staff members. In all areas of our business there is a potential risk to the health, safety and welfare to everyone on our sites through the misuse of alcohol and drugs. As such the Company prohibits such misuse and carries out regular testing to enforce our Substance Misuse Policy.

What we are looking for:

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or one (1) to three (3) months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possess/Maintain a valid Driver's License and other FAA Airport required identifications/seals or authorizations.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Ability to work at heights up to forty (40) feet.
• Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
• Experience driving large, heavy equipment preferred
• Able to continually lift push/move 70 lbs.
• Must have availability to attend training Monday-Friday from 7am-3pm for the first 2 weeks

Diversity

Menzies Aviation are a committed equal opportunity employer and encourage applications for suitably qualified and eligible applicants regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion orbelief, marital status, pregnancy, and maternity. We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where the different knowledge, perspectives, experiences, and approaches of our global workforce are represented. Where everyone feels valued and can reach their full potential.

Please be aware that as part of our recruitment process, we may look to use a variety of resourcing tools to help us understand your skills and experience in relation to the role.

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