Deicer Supervisor

Dnata; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dnata in New York, NY is seeking a De-icing Supervisor to oversee safety-focused de-icing operations for aircraft, ensuring proper handling of fluids and equipment. You will inspect aircraft, manage equipment readiness, and coordinate with ground crews to maintain smooth operations in challenging weather.

The role requires flexibility with shifts, weekend work, and the ability to log maintenance issues and communicate clearly with dispatch. Prior heavy equipment experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Possess/maintain a valid State driver’s license and FAA/Airport identifications/seals or authorizations.
• High school diploma or equivalent; or one to three months related experience and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be flexible to work variable shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• Specific shifts to be determined by administrative staff due to operational needs.
• Must be able to work extended hours on short notice during irregular operation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a Safe De/Anti-Icing Environment: Prioritize safety during the de/anti-icing operations by strictly adhering to all relevant company policies and procedures.
• Follow De/Anti-Icing Duties: Uphold responsibilities associated with de/anti-icing aircraft by following established procedures and inspecting each aircraft for frozen contamination.
• Participate in Pre-Planning Activities: Perform essential checks on equipment and vehicles to ensure trucks and servicing apparatus are fueled and loaded with glycol solutions.
• Ensure Proper Shutdown Procedures: Oversee shutdown of de-icing pads and maintain accurate logbooks, reporting maintenance issues as needed.
• Adhere to Attendance and Uniform Standards: Comply with attendance guidelines and uniform standards to project a professional image.
• Apply De-icing Fluids: Apply fluids to wings, fuselage, and tail sections as required.
• Operate Heavy Vehicles Safely: Drive large, heavy vehicles near aircraft with caution and precision.
• Manage Fluid Transaction Accounting: Keep precise records of glycol usage and fluid transactions.
• Perform Quality Control Checks: Conduct daily QC checks on equipment to ensure readiness and safety.
• Facilitate Communication: Use headset and radio to coordinate between ground crew, flight crew, and dispatch.
• Provide Additional Services as Needed: Be prepared to deliver extra services as required by operations.
• Comply with Safety Procedures: Maintain understanding and compliance with safety protocols throughout the operation.
• Meet Attendance Standards: Strive to meet station attendance expectations.
• Experience in Operating Heavy Equipment: Prior experience with heavy machinery is preferred.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

De-icing Supervisor

• Ensure a Safe De/Anti-Icing Environment: Prioritize safety during the de/anti-icing operations by strictly adhering to all relevant company policies and procedures. It is essential to maintain a secure environment for both personnel and aircraft throughout the process.


• Follow De/Anti-Icing Duties: Uphold the responsibilities associated with de/anti-icing aircraft by meticulously following established procedures for both airlines and IDS. This includes conducting thorough inspections of each aircraft to identify and address any frozen contamination, ensuring the safety and efficiency of the operation.


• Participate in Pre-Planning Activities: Engage in proactive planning for de/anti-icing events by performing essential checks on equipment and vehicles, ensuring all trucks and servicing apparatus are adequately fuelled and loaded with the appropriate glycol solutions. This preparation is crucial for a smooth operational workflow.


• Ensure Proper Shutdown Procedures: Oversee the proper shutdown of de/anti-icing pads by completing all necessary paperwork and maintaining accurate logbooks. It's imperative to log and report any maintenance issues to the appropriate personnel and follow established shutdown protocols for all equipment used during the operation.


• Adhere to Attendance and Uniform Standards: Maintain compliance with the location's attendance and tardiness guidelines, as well as adhere to uniform standards, to project a professional image and contribute to a cohesive work environment.


• Apply De-icing Fluids: Expertly apply de-icing fluid types 1 and 4 to critical areas of the aircraft, including wings, fuselage, and tail sections, ensuring optimal performance and safety during adverse weather conditions.


• Operate Heavy Vehicles Safely: Take responsibility for driving large, heavy vehicles in close proximity to aircraft while the de-icing operations are in progress. This task requires attentiveness and precision to ensure the safety of both equipment and personnel.


• Manage Fluid Transaction Accounting: Keep precise records of all de-icing fluid transactions, ensuring accurate accounting and traceability of materials used during the operation.


• Perform Quality Control Checks: Conduct daily quality control assessments on all equipment and vehicles to guarantee operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.


• Facilitate Communication: Utilize a headset and radio to maintain clear and effective Communication between the ground crew, flight crew, and dispatch, ensuring that all parties are informed and coordinated throughout the de-icing process.


• Provide Additional Services as Needed: Be prepared to deliver additional services as required by the needs of the operation, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness to varying circumstances.


• Comply with Safety Procedures: Possess a thorough understanding of all relevant safety protocols and ensure unwavering compliance during all aspects of the operation.


• Meet Attendance Standards: Strive to consistently meet the station's established attendance expectations, contributing to operational reliability and teamwork.


• Experience in Operating Heavy Equipment: Prior experience in driving large, heavy machinery is preferred, as it dramatically enhances operational efficiency and safety.


• Other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Possess/maintain a valid State driver’s license and other FAA/Airport required identification/seals or authorizations.


• High school diploma or equivalent; or one to three months related experience and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience.


• Must be flexible to work variable shifts, weekends, and holidays.


• Specific shifts to be determined by administrative staff due to operational needs.


• Must be able to work extended hours on short notice during irregular operation.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions, provided such accommodations do not create an undue hardship for the Company.