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Service aircraft with fuel. May de-ice aircraft, refill water and cooling agents, empty sewage tanks, service air and oxygen systems, or clean and polish exterior.
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Tasks
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Apply de-icing fluid to aircraft from baskets lifted by truck-mounted cranes.
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Change aircraft oil, coolant, or other fluids.
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Clean aircraft interiors by picking up waste, wiping down windows, or vacuuming.
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Climb ladders to reach aircraft surfaces to be cleaned.
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Complete forms describing tasks completed.
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De-grease aircraft exteriors.
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Empty aircraft lavatory systems or refill them with sanitizer fluid.
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Guide aircraft to designated areas using hand signals, batons, or other methods.
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Inspect aircraft components to locate cracks, breaks, leaks, or other problems.
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Load baggage or cargo for crew or passengers.
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Mix cleaning compounds or solutions.
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Polish aircraft exteriors.
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Radio to flight dispatchers or other personnel to discuss incoming or outgoing aircraft.
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Refill aircraft potable water tanks.
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Refuel aircraft using hoses connected to fuel trucks.
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Remove exhaust stains from aircraft using cleaning fluids.
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Tow aircraft to gates or hangars using tugs, tractors, or other vehicles.
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Wash the aircraft exteriors using lifts, cranes, detergent, or other equipment.
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Technology Skills
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Analytical or scientific software — Engine analysis software
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Facilities management software — Access Software AIRPAX; Maintenance information databases; Maintenance planning software; Maintenance record software
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Information retrieval or search software — Computerized aircraft log manager CALM; Technical manual database software
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Inventory management software — Supply system software
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Office suite software — Microsoft Office software
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Operating system software — Microsoft Windows
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Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel
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Word processing software — Microsoft Word
Hot Technologies are requirements most frequently included across all employer job postings.
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Detailed Work Activities
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Clean vehicles or vehicle components.
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Service vehicles to maintain functionality.
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Communicate with others to coordinate vehicle movement.
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Perform manual service or maintenance tasks.
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Clean facilities or equipment.
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Climb ladders or vehicles to perform duties.
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Drive trucks or truck-mounted equipment.
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Handle luggage or other possessions for patrons.
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Inspect mechanical components of vehicles to identify problems.
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Maintain plumbing structures or fixtures.
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Maintain repair or maintenance records.
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Mix substances to create chemical solutions.
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Polish materials, workpieces, or finished products.
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Signal others to coordinate vehicle movement.
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Job Zone
- Title
- Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
- Education
- These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
- Related Experience
- Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
- Job Training
- Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
- Job Zone Examples
- These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include orderlies, counter and rental clerks, customer service representatives, security guards, upholsterers, tellers, and dental laboratory technicians.
- SVP Range
- (4.0 to < 6.0)
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Training & Credentials
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- Local training
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- Certifications
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Apprenticeship Opportunities
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Interests
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Realistic — Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
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Conventional — Work involves following procedures and regulations to organize information or data, typically in a business setting. Conventional occupations are often associated with office work, accounting, mathematics/statistics, information technology, finance, or human resources.
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Wages & Employment Trends
- Median wages (2022)
- $17.81 hourly, $37,050 annual
- State wages
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- Local wages
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- Employment (2022)
- 19,900 employees
- Projected growth (2022-2032)
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Faster than average (5% to 8%)
- Projected job openings (2022-2032)
- 3,000
- State trends
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- Top industries (2022)
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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2022 wage data
external site and 2022-2032 employment projections
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“Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2022-2032). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.
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Job Openings on the Web
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