Fluid Plant Equipment Operator - DEN

IDS Inland Deicing Services, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 29,242 - 41,648; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and life insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Daily pay

$300 referral bonuses

Job summary

IDS Inland Deicing Services, LLC is hiring a Fluid Plant Equipment Operator for full-time evening/weekend shifts at an airport de-icing service. Responsibilities include operating de-icing trucks and ensuring compliance with safety regulations while performing maintenance and documentation duties.

The ideal candidate will have effective communication skills, basic math and mechanical knowledge, and a valid driver’s license. Benefits include health insurance, 401(k) plan, and competitive wages.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years old.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Able to work holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain de-icing trucks and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Perform light maintenance and report repairs.

Skills

Intermediate computer skills

Effective communication in English

Basic math skills

General mechanical competence

Hand-tool proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Overview

Fluid Plant Equipment Operator – $25.73 per hour. Full‑time, evening/weekend/holidays (second/third shifts) at an airport de‑icing service.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain aircraft de‑icing trucks, glycol recovery vehicles, and processing/distillation equipment.
• Follow SOPs, safety manuals, and management direction to perform tasks according to specifications and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with government legislation related to labor, health and safety, regulations and policies.
• Inspect equipment daily using checklists; perform light maintenance and report repairs.
• Maintain accurate paperwork, logging books, and other required documentation.
• Use personal protective equipment and keep workplace clean, safe, hazard‑free.
• Work cooperatively with team members and external stakeholders (airport authorities, security, public).
• Make suggestions to management for efficiency improvements.
• Perform ad‑hoc assignments and general labor duties as directed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years old.
• Available to work holidays, weekends, 2nd shift (afternoons) and 3rd shift (overnights).
• Able to obtain an Airport Badge and complete classroom/on‑job training.
• Intermediate computer skills; working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Proficient in reading, writing, speaking and communicating effectively in English.
• Ability to interpret documents – safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals.
• Basic math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, rates, ratios, percents.
• Ability to write simple correspondence and present information in one‑on‑one and small group settings.
• Capable of safely operating a motorized vehicle in inclement weather.
• Basic knowledge of aircraft operations.
• General mechanical competence and hand‑tool proficiency.
• Clean driving record meeting company insurance standards.
• Positive, calm, good‑natured attitude; able to perform under pressure with fixed time constraints.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Work Environment

Warehouse and outdoor settings with prolonged standing, noise, varying temperatures, odors, fumes, and heavy equipment. Proximity to moving vehicles and machinery.

Physical Demands

Sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, climbing, lifting up to 50 lbs, reaching with hands and arms, and occasional work at heights up to 40+ feet.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and life insurance (subject to eligibility).
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discounts.
• Competitive wages.
• Flexible schedule.
• Advance opportunities.
• On‑job training.
• $300 referral bonuses (unlimited).
• Daily pay.