Line Technician I

West Star is the fastest growing maintenance repair organization in the industry and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence.  We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being with a small company feel. 

 

When you join our team we don’t think you should have to wait for your benefits to kick in. That’s why when you start, they start with you! This includes medical, dental, 401K match, time off accruals, weekly pay days and much more. We don’t want you to live to work, we want you to work and live.

 

What you can expect as a Line Technician at West Star:

This position is responsible for fueling, ground support, and aircraft movement of all types of airplanes that land at the airport. That can be everything from commercial airlines to military and business aircraft. You may also be required to assist with vehicle and facility maintenance and upkeep of the fuel trucks and ground support equipment.  FAA, OSHA, EPA, and other safety rules must be followed at all times.

 

You will be ESSENTIAL to many FUNCTIONS including:

• Perform aircraft fueling per West Star procedures, following all safety guidelines.
• Towing and ground handling of aircraft using approved aircraft guidelines.
• Parking aircraft and providing customer support for passengers and crew.
• Provide background support such as vehicle maintenance, taking fuel loads from suppliers, and daily upkeep of the facility.
• Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

 

Qualifications

What you’ll need to bring with you:

 

Your Education:

A High school diploma or equivalent.

 A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.

 

Your Initiative:   

We’re looking for team players who are self-motivated and able to perform in a fast paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common.

 

Your Sense of Responsibility:      

Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments. 

Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.

Must have reliable transportation to get to work each and every day. 

Perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.

Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.

Maintain customer oriented work habits.

 

Other particulars:

 

Physical Requirements                  

Lifts 50 lbs., including fuel hoses

Routine walking, bending and squatting or sitting.

Routine or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.

Climb ladders and stairs

Standing for long periods of time.

 

Mental Requirements                      

Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.

Must be alert and aware of surroundings.

Work with others in a professional manner.

Very good customer skills

 

Supervision                                       

Work under supervision of assigned Supervisor and Line Manager

May be directed to work independently on occasion.

 

 Working Conditions            

The majority of work will be on the ramp in all types of weather conditions.

Work outside during aircraft taxiing will occur.

Varied positions in and around the aircraft.

Will have work inside line equipment storage area.

 

Equipment Used                                

Personal hand tools supplied by the company.

Pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical equipment.

Fuel trucks, tugs, power carts and other engine powered equipment.