Aircraft Service Attendants
Also known as: Aircraft Cleaner, Aircraft Deicer, Aircraft Detailer (+13 more)
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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What You'll Do
- Apply de-icing fluid to aircraft from baskets lifted by truck-mounted cranes.
- Change aircraft oil, coolant, or other fluids.
- Clean aircraft interiors by picking up waste, wiping down windows, or vacuuming.
- Climb ladders to reach aircraft surfaces to be cleaned.
- Complete forms describing tasks completed.
- De-grease aircraft exteriors.
- Empty aircraft lavatory systems or refill them with sanitizer fluid.
- Guide aircraft to designated areas using hand signals, batons, or other methods.
- Inspect aircraft components to locate cracks, breaks, leaks, or other problems.
- Load baggage or cargo for crew or passengers.
Career Fit Overview
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Top passions
- Maker: Building and fixing energizes you. You like tangible results and practical tools.
- Organizer: Bringing order to data and processes satisfies you.
- Leader: Taking charge and moving ideas forward motivates you.
Common styles
Dependability, Attention to Detail, Cautiousness, Integrity, Stress Tolerance
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Work Environment & Strengths
Common Strengths for This Career
- Dependability (High importance: 4.73/5)
- Attention to Detail (High importance: 4.39/5)
- Cautiousness (High importance: 4.37/5)
- Integrity (High importance: 4.03/5)
- Stress Tolerance (High importance: 3.92/5)
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Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience may be helpful but is usually not required. Training is often provided on the job.
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