
Job Information
Menzies Aviation Deicing Agent in Chicago, Illinois
Description
As a member of the Menzies Aviation Aircraft De-icing team, you will be responsible for performing basic de-icing services to commercial aircraft. This individual will be responsible for checking aircraft for leading-edge ice and frost.
View our De-icing Operator video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PgHA3F2bgro
Part-time seasonal from 3 pm to 9 pm with OT at $15/hr. at O'Hare International Airport.Key Responsibilities
Responsible for checking aircraft for leading-edge ice and frost
Application of Deice Fluid Type 1 or Type 4 to aircraft wings, fuelage, and tail
Responsible for driving large, heavy vehicles around aircraft while de-icing operation is being performed
Responsible for accurate accounting of de-icing fluid transactions
Perform daily quality control checks on equipment and vehicles
Operate headset/radio to provide communication between ground crew, flight crew, and dispatch
Know and comply with all safety procedures/protocols
Provide additional service as required
Able to meet the Station's attendance/tardiness standards
Qualifications
Must be 18 years of age or older
Possess valid US driver's license
Pass pre-employment drug screen
Ability to proficiently read, write and speak English
Must be comfortable lifting 70lbs repetitively
Must be comfortable working in all weather conditions
Pass FBI background and obtain US Customs Seal
Must be comfortable with heights of 15-20 feet
Must be available and flexible to work variable shifts including weekends and holidays
Prior loading and unloading of heavy products or equipment (preferred)
High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to learn quickly
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and request clarification when needed
Strong interpersonal skills
Ability to work as part of a team
Ability to build relationships
Benefits
Paid Training
Uniform Provided
Qualifications
Behaviors
Required
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Motivations
Required
- Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals
Education
Preferred
- High School or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required
EMPLOYEE BADGE
DRIVERS LICENSE
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)