Seasonal Deicer Lead - Albany International Airport (ALB)

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INTRODUCTION

Interested in working in aviation? Are you looking for a job with stability and growth opportunities? If you are looking for a career with growth potential and work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we want to speak to you!

WHY WORK FOR PRIMEFLIGHT?

• We are committed to being a leading provider of commercial services within the aviation industry
• Our teams focus on maintaining a positive working environment and treating all team members with respect
• With more than 200 locations across the world, we offer opportunities for career progression
• Enjoy a competitive pay scale

ABOUT US

We perform a wide range of airport support services globally on behalf of commercial airlines. Join us for a rewarding career in the aviation industry!

BECOME AN AIRCRAFT DEICER LEAD!

The Seasonal Aircraft Deicer Lead ensures safe and efficient aircraft de-icing and fueling operations. Responsibilities include reporting to the Supervisor, performing daily quality checks, maintaining equipment, and applying de-icing fluids.

This role involves safely driving large vehicles around aircraft, tracking fuel and de-icing fluid transactions, and adhering to all safety standards and procedures.

Effective communication with dispatch is essential.

WHAT IT’S LIKE TO WORK AS AN AIRCRAFT DEICER LEAD

• Check aircraft for leading-edge ice and frost
• Reports daily to Supervisor and / or Manager detailing the status of daily operations
• Check equipment for unsafe conditions and take appropriate action to correct such conditions
• Conduct weekly safety debriefing as necessary
• Assures adherence to safety procedures
• Perform fueling in a safe and efficient manner
• Accurately track fuel transactions
• Execute daily quality control checks on equipment
• Maintain equipment in clean and functional condition
• Check aircraft for leading-edge ice and frost
• Apply de-icing fluid Type I and Type IV to aircraft wings, fuselage, and tail
• Safely drive large vehicles around aircraft while the deicing operation is being performed
• Accurately record deicing fluid transactions for account purposes
• Operate headset / radio to provide communication with the dispatcher
• Perform daily quality control checks on equipment and vehicles
• Must abide by and comply with all safety standards and procedures
• Responsible for driving large heavy vehicles around aircraft while deicing operations are being performed
• Exceed PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS

• 18 years of age or older
• Eligible to work in the United States
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language, to include documents
• Ability to use electronic devices including IPads / Tablets, Computers, and Mobile Devices
• Effectively communicate both in-person and through electronic means
• Must have a valid state-issued driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable)
• Ability to work any day / shift, including holidays, within a 24 / 7 operation

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY / WORKING CONDITIONS MAY INCLUDE :

• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds
• Prolonged standing and walking in an indoor / outdoor environment as applicable
• Must be able to push, pull
• Must be able to reach with arms and grasp with hands
• Must be able to work at elevated heights
• Exposure to outdoor elements
• Must be able to bend, stretch, squat, and kneel
• Must be able to crawl and crouch, at times, in confined tight spaces
• Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels
• Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms
• Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, hands and / or fingers
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include : Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more);
• peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point);

depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

Airlines are 24 / 7, so we need our team members to be flexible to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays.

The successful PrimeFlight Aviation Services team member brings their A game every day with energy and enthusiasm, respect for their team, and the highest regard for safety!

PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc.

without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state / province, and local laws.