Lead Deicer

IDS Inland Deicing Services, LLC; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts

Competitive wages

Flexible schedule

Mentorship program

On the job training

$300 referral bonuses - unlimited

DailyPay

Job summary

IDS Inland Deicing Services, LLC in Anchorage, AK is seeking a Lead Deicer to supervise de/anti-icing operations on aircraft. The role includes inspecting aircraft for ice, guiding deicing teams, and ensuring safety and compliance with procedures.

Responsibilities include coordinating pre-event planning, equipment checks, and proper shutdowns, with opportunities for mentorship and on-the-job training. Prior leadership experience in aviation deicing is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Intermediate computer skills
• Must read, write, understand and carry out instructions in English
• Must be able to verbally direct in English

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe environment during de/anti-icing operations and follow company policies
• Inspect aircraft for frozen contamination and supervise de/anti-icing activities
• Participate in pre-planning for de/ice events (check equipment and servicing gear)
• Ensure proper shutdown of pads, complete paperwork and logs, report maintenance issues

Skills

Leadership

English communication

Computer skills

Attention to safety

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lead Deicer (ANCHORAGE, AK)

Discover an exciting future at the Airport! At Integrated Deicing Services, our sole focus is the safe, efficient, and professional delivery of deicing and anti-icing services to our carrier customers.

Call us toll free at: 1-800-DEICERS

Our employees receive the following, based on position and eligibility requirements:

• Insurance - health, dental and life
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts
• Competitive wages
• Flexible schedule
• Career advancement opportunities & Mentorship program
• On the job training
• $300 referral bonuses - unlimited
• DailyPay

Position Overview

A Lead is a subject matter expert who coaches, motivates and guides operational work performed by their peers. Leads are responsible for monitoring and reporting any extraordinary performance or deviations from operational standards. The primary role of the aircraft deicer is to remove ice from the aircraft. The individual in this position inspects the aircraft for ice and for remaining frozen contamination after the deicing has been performed. He or she sprays the airplane down with the deicing fluid, which is usually made of glycol.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Including but not limited to)

• Ensure a safe environment during the de/anti-icing operation and make sure all company policies and procedures are being followed correctly
• Uphold and follow the duties related to de/anti-icing aircraft according to procedures for both airlines and IDS (including inspecting aircraft for frozen contamination)
• Participate in the pre-planning for the de/anti-ice event (perform checks on equipment, trucks, servicing equipment with fuel or glycol)
• Ensure proper shutdown of pads, including paperwork and log books; that all maintenance issues have been logged and reported to maintenance and all proper shutdown procedures for the equipment are followed

Required Skills and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Intermediate computer skills
• Maintain and treat all information as confidential
• Must be able to read, write, understand and carry out instructions in English
• Must be able to verbally direct in English
• Possess the tact to deal with all levels of employees and client representatives
• Successful completion of all IDS classroom and OJT de-/anti-icing training & obtain a SIDA airport badge
• A valid driver's license is required for this position

Work Environment

• Prolonged periods of time standing with exposure to prevalent weather, dust, dirt, fuel, fumes and noise, in or around heavy equipment and moving vehicles.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to squat, stoop, kneel, bend, stretch, crawl, climb ladders and/or work at heights in excess of 15 ft to perform role, repairs and/or inspections
• Must be able to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms
• Able to speak and hear efficiently

The Inland Group of Companies maintains a drug-free workplace and, as such, all candidates and employees can expect to participate in our drug testing program.

The Inland Group of Companies offers a variety of opportunities to work in the field of aviation. Whether its deicing aircraft, protecting the environment, or keeping passengers and cargo moving, your future can take off with the Inland Group. The Inland Group of Companies is comprised of Inland Deicing Services (IDS) and Quantem Aviation Services (QAS). The Inland Group of Companies is a multi-national collective of premier aviation services providers. Each company is highly specialized in their field of expertise with proven track records of providing safe, efficient, and cost-effective aviation services.