Line Service Technician-1

The Line Services Technician will be the first point of contact for F.l.T. Aviation's customers, Flight Instructors and students on our ramp. Line Service Technicians are responsible for assuring that all F.l.T. Aviation aircraft are properly fueled and oiled before each flight.

Responsibilities Include:

• Ensures that proper Federal Aviation Authority and Transportation Security Administration rules and regulations are followed at all times

• Marshals aircraft to and from parking area using international hand signals

• Provides exemplary customer service to all fight arrival members

• Adheres to established safety protocols

• Maintains fuel storage farm and comply with all quality control procedures

• Drives refueling trucks and towing equipment

• Provides fuel service for reciprocating engine airplanes and helicopters with low lead aviation gasoline using 1,000 through 3,000 gallon fuel trucks

• Assists passengers with luggage load and unload, as necessary

• Maintains two-way communication with customer service desk using two-way radios

• Tows aircraft in and out of the hangar for servicing, repairs, storage and/or parking

• Cleans the interior and exterior of ground support vehicles and equipment, as needed

• Operates ground power unit for external electrical power

• Makes and delivers coffee, ice, catering, etc. to customers, as needed

• Light equipment maintenance and general upkeep of airport facilities

• Aircraft care and upkeep, including the wash and wax rotation of fleet

• Coordinates all activities and complete all work required or assigned by D.O.M., Shift Supervisor or supervising A&P Mechanics

Duties May Include:

• Hanger maintenance

• Administrative assistance

• Parts and material runner

• Shop equipment maintenance

Requirements Include:

• Education/Special Training/Experience/Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Training in 14CFR139.321 preferred Desired Experience

• Strong customer service skills and the ability to follow protocol for maintaining a safe working environment are of the utmost importance in this position

• Maintains a professional and courteous demeanor with all employees, students, and customers

• Must be dependable and able to work with minimal supervision

• Must follow all safety policies and procedures

• Must maintain a positive attitude and professional image

• Must have computer skills

• Must be able to read, understand, and interpret instructions and information using the English language

• Previous customer service experience and general aviation knowledge preferred

• Knowledge of TFBO sales/inventory software preferred Physical and Ergonomic Information and Requirements

• Must be able to use ladders, work stands, jacks, etc. and be able to work on all areas of the aircraft that may require access during performance of duties.

• Must be able to life, carry, or move aircraft components weighing up to 50 lbs.

• Physical requirements include stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, fingering, and feeling

• Work is performed in the hangar, flight line or at remote locations under various weather conditions with elevated nose levels

Equal Opportunity

Florida Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics in its activities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Florida Tech does not discriminate on the basis of sex.  Inquiries concerning the application of the Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment policy may be directed to the Equal Opportunity Director and Investigator at 150 West University Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32901, or email kgarrett@fit.edu, or +1 321-674-7153; or to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Americans with Disabilities Act

Please notify us at least five days in advance if a reasonable accommodation for a disability is needed by calling the Office of Human Resources at 321-674-8100.

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