Private Aviation Refueler

Richmond-Jet-Center; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Richmond Jet Center Inc. in Richmond, VA is seeking a dependable Line Service Technician to support all ground operations for inbound and outbound aircraft, flight crews and passengers. The role includes fueling, marshalling, luggage handling, and assisting pilots, with strict safety and procedural requirements.

Benefits include 401(k), medical, dental, life, and more for full-time staff. Starting pay is $15.00 per hour, with a raise to $16.50 per hour after training (about 90 days).

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Driver's License.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to follow procedures and work with safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Fuel aircraft and operate ground support equipment.
• Tow and marshal aircraft and ensure security of aircraft and equipment.
• Assist pilots with pre/post flight services and loading/unloading baggage.
• Direct people and provide basic security for person and property.
• Perform facility cleaning and other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

Interpersonal skills

Safety consciousness

Education

High school diploma

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Aviation Line Service Technician

Richmond Jet Center Inc. - Richmond, VA

Summary

The Line Service Technician is a customer service position that is responsible for supporting all ground operations for inbound and outbound aircraft, flight crews and passengers. In addition, Line Service is a support position to other departments: Charter, Aircraft Maintenance and Facilities. Line Service Technicians require the following: good decision-making skills, the ability to follow company procedures; flexibility in a dynamic working environment; as well as possess good interpersonal skills. Your safety is important to us. Line Service Technicians work with fuels and other flammable and hazardous materials. As such, proper procedures must be followed. The airport area is a high noise environment so use of proper protection equipment is required. Operating vehicles and moving aircraft in close proximity of people, buildings and other aircraft require extreme caution. Procedures must be followed for your personal safety as well as the safety of others and the protection of company and customer property.

Benefits

Richmond Jet Center offers an excellent benefits package including 401(K), medical, dental, life, and more to full-time positions.

Position starts out paying $15.00 per hour without experience.

Pay increases to $16.50 per hour once trained and working independently (typically 90 days).

We are looking to fill the following positions:

2:00 pm - 10:00 pm Friday through Tuesday (Off Wed & Thu)

Job Type

Full-time

Duties

• Fuel aircraft
• Tow and marshal aircraft
• Ensure aircraft are chocked, locked and secure
• Aircraft lavatory and potable water service
• Load/unload baggage
• Assist pilots with aircraft pre and post flight services
• Top off fuel trucks and fill out proper fuel farm paperwork
• Operate ground support equipment
• Assist other departments as required including facility cleaning and other tasks as assigned
• Provide basic security to people and property
• Direct people, drivers and flight crews on ramp area
• Other duties and tasks as required

Position Requirements

Requirements

• Must have and maintain a valid Driver's License
• Pass FAA Drug and Alcohol testing, background checks and submit to random testing when required
• Complete Safety Training and other job related training
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, direct interface, over telephone and in writing
• Ability to make decisions with multiple objectives and implement in a safe, efficient manner
• Follow oral and written directions; plan and complete assigned duties on a regular schedule; and maintain good working relationships with others
• Must be available to work flexible hours including overtime when required
• Ability to perform a variety of manual tasks including but not limited to: facility cleaning, vehicle washing, aircraft cleaning and vacuuming
• Ability to work without direct management supervision
• must be comfortable with working outdoors, day, night and in all weather conditions

Physical Requirements

• Stepping up/down on ladders, tugs and fuel trucks
• Lift baggage from ground level to waist and overhead while loading aircraft, up to 50lbs
• Bending and stooping to pick up tow bars and other equipment, up to 50lbs
• Stooping below wings to chock aircraft
• Standing and walking for extended periods of time

Required education:

• High school or equivalent
• Required license or certification:
  Driver's License

This position is currently accepting applications.