Occupation: 53-6030

Aircraft Service Attendants

Statistics
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$41,540
Median Wage (USD, 2023)
4100
Projected Job Openings (2023-2033)
6.2%
Projected Growth (2023-2033)
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.

Experience Requirements Overview

  • Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
  • Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
  • These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
  • 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.

Detailed Work Activities

  • Service vehicles to maintain functionality.
  • Service vehicles to maintain functionality.
  • Clean vehicles or vehicle components.
  • Climb ladders or vehicles to perform duties.
  • Maintain repair or maintenance records.

Tasks

  • 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.

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