Team Leader, Line Service

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd. in Broomfield, CO is seeking a Team Leader, Line Service to lead a crew of aircraft line service technicians.

You will coordinate aircraft movement, parking, marshaling, and hangar maintenance to ensure aircraft readiness and safety. The role requires 2 years in general aviation line services and 1 year of leadership experience, outdoors in varying weather, with a valid driver’s license and SMS training within 2 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb ladders.
• 2 years’ experience in general aviation aircraft line services.
• 1 year leadership experience.
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate motor vehicles safely.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Completion of NATA Safety First and SMS training within 2 months of hire.
• Preferred: mechanical/electrical aptitude or aviation experience.
• This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls.

Responsibilities

• Organize crew to support daily activities.
• Coordinate aircraft movement and parking with Operations Directors.
• Tug/tow, park, and marshal aircraft safely using proper equipment and techniques.
• Maintain clean, organized hangars and keep ramps clear of debris.
• Wash and detail aircraft according to proper processes and maintain hangar floors.
• Adhere to SMS and safety protocols; respond to emergencies.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

General aviation knowledge

Job description

Pilatus is hiring a Team Leader, Line Service to join our team in Broomfield, CO. Lead team of aircraft line service technicians are responsible for coordinating aircraft movement and parking, marshaling activities, hangar cleanliness and aircraft readiness. Take your career to the next level with Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd!

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Organize crew to support daily activities
• Work directly with Operations Directors to support required activities
• Efficiently organize aircraft parking plan to minimize required aircraft movement
• Tug/tow, park, and marshal aircraft safely using proper equipment and techniques
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe hangars
• Keep ramps and taxiways clear of foreign object debris (FOD)
• Wash and detail aircraft according to proper processes
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of hangar floors
• Adhere to the Safety Management System (SMS) and all safety protocols
• Respond to emergency situations and assist as required

Other Duties/Responsibilities

• Fuel aircraft in accordance with NATA Aviation Fueling Procedures
• Conduct daily and monthly inspections of fuel trucks, bowsers and fuel farm
• Assist with offloading and receiving fuel deliveries
• Support flight department with aircraft readiness baggage handling
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Skills/Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb ladders
• 2 years’ experience in general aviation aircraft line services
• 1 year leadership experience
• Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate motor vehicles safely
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Completion of NATA Safety First and SMS training within 2 months of hire
• Preferred: mechanical/electrical aptitude or aviation experience
• This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.

The hiring range is $24.00 - 27.00 per hour. This range represents Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd.’s estimate of the compensation reasonably expected for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including relevant skills and experience, education, job location, internal equity, market data, and business considerations. The hiring range may be modified in the future based on business or market conditions. Any bonus, incentive compensation, benefits, or other forms of compensation are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans, programs, and policies and may be modified in accordance with applicable law.

With over 3,000 employees and about 200 apprentices at its headquarters in Stans, Switzerland, completion center in Broomfield, Colorado, and multiple service centers across Westminster, MD, Rock Hill, SC, Chamblee, GA and Sarasota, FL, the Pilatus family unites people from over 40 countries. We offer a secure, innovative, international, and sustainable work environment. Courage, vision, and outstanding performance have made us a strong company. Our culture is shaped by a high level of quality awareness, close customer relationships, and a high degree of employee commitment.

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.