Lead Flight Line Tech in Loveland, Colorado at TROLLCO INC

Discovery Air - Lead Flight Line Tech

JOB OVERVIEW

The Lead Flight Line Tech is a full-time role responsible for the safe, efficient, and customer-focused operation of the Discovery Air flight line and hangar. Working under the direction of the Discovery Air General Manager, this position performs and leads aircraft ground handling, towing, marshaling, parking, servicing, and hangar operations, sets the standard for safety on the ramp, and trains and guides other line service personnel. The Lead Flight Line Tech serves as a primary point of contact for pilots, crews, passengers, and aircraft owners, and helps keep Discovery Air flight operations running on schedule.

Essential Job Functions:

• Safely tow, marshal, park, chock, and secure aircraft on the ramp and in the hangar using approved equipment and procedures.
• Lead, train, and coordinate line service staff during each shift, assigning tasks and making sure work is completed safely, correctly, and on time.
• Perform aircraft servicing as assigned, which may include fueling, oil, oxygen, nitrogen, lavatory, potable water, and ground power (GPU) services, following all applicable safety and quality-control procedures.
• Plan and manage hangar space and aircraft positioning to protect aircraft and make the best use of available space.
• Greet and assist arriving and departing pilots, crews, and passengers, including baggage handling, vehicle coordination, and other customer service requests.
• Conduct regular foreign object debris (FOD) walks and inspect the ramp, hangar, and equipment for hazards.
• Complete daily inspections of tugs, tow bars, ground support equipment, and service vehicles; report needed maintenance and remove unsafe equipment from service.
• Monitor flight schedules and communicate with the General Manager, flight operations, and maintenance staff to prepare for arrivals and departures.
• Accurately complete service tickets, fuel and quality-control logs, inspection records, and other required documentation.
• Follow and enforce FAA, airport, and company safety, security, and environmental procedures, including fire safety and spill response.
• Keep the hangar, ramp, line office, and customer areas clean, organized, and professional.
• Support the start-up and ramp-up of flight line operations, including helping develop and refine line service procedures and training.
• Report incidents, damage, injuries, and safety concerns to the General Manager immediately.
• Represent Discovery Air and The Water Valley Company professionally with customers, tenants, vendors, and airport personnel.
• Perform additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned by the Discovery Air General Manager or other management.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Valid driver's license and the ability to obtain airport security badging and driving privileges
• Prior experience in aircraft line service, ground handling, or flight line operations required; lead or supervisory experience preferred
• Experience safely towing, marshaling, and handling a variety of general aviation and business aircraft
• Aviation line service or ground handling certification preferred; completion of company-required safety training within the established timeframe
• Strong working knowledge of ramp safety practices and aircraft ground handling procedures
• Ability to lead by example, train others, and communicate clearly with coworkers, pilots, and customers
• Strong customer service skills and a professional appearance
• Ability to complete accurate written records and use basic computer and scheduling systems
• Availability for early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as the flight schedule requires
• Reliable transportation to the airport

Work Environment:

• The primary physical environment in which this position works is an airport flight line, ramp, and aircraft hangar, with exposure to outdoor weather conditions including heat, cold, snow, and wind.
• The position involves exposure to aircraft engine and equipment noise, jet fuel and exhaust fumes, and moving aircraft and vehicles; hearing protection and other required PPE must be worn.
• The position requires standing and walking for extended periods, bending, climbing ladders, pushing and pulling equipment, and regularly lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Work is performed around active aircraft operations and requires constant attention to safety procedures and surroundings.

Shift type: Full-Time; Days, with early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as the flight schedule requires

Pay: $75,000 per year.

Timekeeping: Clock in at the start of each shift and clock out at the end of each shift.

Benefits: This full-time position is eligible for the company benefits package, including medical, dental, life insurance, and paid time off, subject to plan eligibility requirements. Employees also earn Colorado paid sick leave as required by law.