Night-Shift Aircraft Cleaning & Ramp Tech – JFK

Foxtrot-Aviation-Services-2; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Life insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO

Job summary

Foxtrot Aviation Services is seeking dedicated aircraft cleaning technicians for full and part-time shifts at JFK. The position requires working nights and weekends, with pay at $24.00 per hour and benefits including medical, life, dental, 401(k), and PTO.

Responsibilities include detailed cleaning of APU areas on Airbus A320 family aircraft, following OEM protocols, operating pressure washer equipment, completing logs, and coordinating with maintenance and quality inspectors to ensure aircra ft

Qualifications

• Willing to pass a 10-year background check and obtain airport badging.
• Must pass a drug test (includes marijuana).
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Capable of bending, twisting, lifting and using buffers for extended periods.
• Perform general manual labor.
• Be comfortable working with heights.
• Open availability for nights/weekends.
• Veterans: provide DD214 if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Use hot water pressure washer, approved degreasers, solvents and cleaning equipment to clean the APU compartment and surrounding panels on the Airbus A320 family aircraft.
• Follow OEM and regulatory cleaning protocols, ensuring the APU area is free of oil, soot, corrosion, foreign object debris (FOD) and buildup.
• Protect sensitive components (electrical connectors, sensors, APU intake/exhaust zones) from moisture or damage during cleaning operations.
• Set up, operate and maintain cleaning equipment (pressure washer units, hoses, nozzles) in accordance with safety guidelines and manufacturer instructions.
• Inspect and report any fluid leaks, structural corrosion or FOD in the APU bay to Maintenance Control
• Complete cleaning logs, inspection checklists and documentation accurately and on schedule.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of tools, PPE and chemical storage per MSDS and company safety standards.
• Communicate with maintenance teams and quality inspectors to ensure aircraft readiness and compliance post-cleaning.
• Occasionally support other exterior aircraft cleaning tasks (landing-gear bays, nacelles, etc.) if needed.
• Safely operate company vehicles and ground support equipment (GSE) on the airport ramp area.
• Transport cleaning equipment, pressure washer units, and supplies to and from aircraft stands in accordance with airport driving procedures.
• Follow all airport ramp safety rules, including speed limits, designated lanes, and restricted zone awareness.
• Conduct daily vehicle inspections, ensuring equipment is in safe operating condition.
• Maintain communication with ground operations, supervisors, and other ramp personnel while driving in active aircraft areas.
• Immediately report any vehicle damage, safety hazards, or airfield incidents to supervision.

Skills

Dependable

Energetic

Safety oriented

Reliable transportation

Job description

Foxtrot Aviation Services is seeking dedicated aircraft cleaning technicians for full and part-time shifts at JFK. The position requires working nights and weekends, with pay at $24.00 per hour and benefits including medical, life, dental, 401(k), and PTO.

Responsibilities include detailed cleaning of APU areas on Airbus A320 family aircraft, following OEM protocols, operating pressure washer equipment, completing logs, and coordinating with maintenance and quality inspectors to ensure aircra ft