Job Description
The work of the Cleaner classification, depending on assignment, may include the following: Cleans airplane, engine, accessory parts and/or assemblies by operations such as dipping, spraying, steaming, blasting, scrubbing, wiping, buffing, and polishing according to the method required to remove dirt, grease, scale, paint, other foreign material, or to restore appearance. Cleans the exterior of aircraft by operations such as cleaning the entire surface with cleaning compound(s), polishing the surface, checking it for worn or corroded areas and bringing those areas to the attention of his Crew Chief or supervisor, removing exhaust stains with special cleaning compounds, washing the interior belly and nacelle areas, spraying wheel wells and flap wells with cleaning compound(s). Uses appropriate equipment necessary to reach the surface to clean. Cleans and polishes ground and automotive equipment.
Benefits and Offers
Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more
Your main responsibilities in this role include the following:
Duties and Responsibilities
Cleans equipment used and the work area and reports the need for repairs to his Crew Chief or supervisor.
May service the equipment used to keep it in good operating condition. May mix the cleaning compounds and solutions.
May mix and store solutions, clean and/or set up for use parts washing equipment, and clean the work area as may apply to his work assignment, uses specialized cleaning solutions and materials; uses equipment such as ladders, aero-stands, spray guns, mops, brushes, and brooms.
May use hand tools such as pliers, screwdrivers, and wrenches.
As may apply to his work assignment, uses cleaning materials such as solvents, hot solutions, hot water, and steam.
Uses equipment such as an electric tank agitator, automatic parts washing machine, spray equipment rinsing baskets, buckets, power and manual hoists, hot solution tanks, flexible shaft buffer, racks and other holding devices, steel and other brushes, steel wool, and rags.
Uses protective equipment such as masks, respirator, gloves, and aprons. Works according to FAA and Company regulations and procedures and instructions from a Crew Chief or supervisor.
Completes forms connected with his work assignments according to established procedures.
In addition to the above duties, may perform the following other duties as assigned such as but not limited to: cleaning work area, performing FOD walks, cleaning of aircraft windshields.
Job Requirements
High school diploma or GED
Applicable valid driver’s license as required by local authorities
Successful completion of all required qualifying tests; including hazardous material handling
Ability to wear respirator while performing required tasks
Work rotating shifts including weekends, holidays, and days off
Work overtime on short notice in emergencies or when operationally necessary
Read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language
Able to operate required ground equipment to reach aircraft
Use simple arithmetic (Addition and subtraction of six-digit numbers)
Must have knowledge of and ability to use basic computer skills
Must secure appropriate airport authority and/or US Customs security badges, if applicable
Must fulfill FAA criminal background checks to qualify for unescorted access privileges to airport security identification display areas (SIDA), if applicable
Reports to work on a regular and timely basis
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