Line Service Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Line Service Technician Job Description

The Line Service Technician provides professional ground support services for aircraft, passengers, and flight crews. This role focuses on safe and accurate fueling, towing, and marshalling of aircraft, as well as detailed interior and exterior cleaning and general ramp support. The technician delivers courteous, responsive customer service while ensuring aircraft, vehicles, and equipment remain secure, clean, and well maintained.

Responsibilities

• Fuel aircraft in strict accordance with established specifications and safety procedures.
• Tow and marshal aircraft safely on the ramp, ensuring clear communication and proper positioning.
• Ensure aircraft are properly chocked, locked, and secured at all times while on the ground.
• Assist passengers, pilots, and customers with baggage handling, plane-side vehicle coordination, and special requests.
• Support pilots with pre-flight and post-flight aircraft services, including positioning, fueling, and basic ground support tasks.
• Top off fuel trucks as needed and complete all required documentation and paperwork accurately.
• Operate ground support equipment safely and efficiently, including tugs, fuel trucks, and other ramp vehicles.
• Direct people, drivers, and flight crews on the ramp to maintain safety, organization, and efficient traffic flow.
• Perform full-service interior detailing of aircraft and vehicles, including cleaning seats, carpets, windows, and lavatories according to specifications.
• Perform full-service exterior detailing of aircraft and vehicles, including washing and applying wax to exteriors as required.
• Sanitize aircraft cabins thoroughly, including seats, carpets, windows, and lavatories, following established standards.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and materials needed for fueling, cleaning, and ground support operations.
• Communicate arrival times, service updates, and completion status clearly and promptly to appropriate parties.
• Maintain company vehicles and equipment in clean, safe, and operational condition.
• Perform a variety of manual tasks such as facility cleaning, vehicle washing, and aircraft cleaning when required.
• Take on multiple duties during downtime and support other operational needs when line service is not required.
• Follow all safety guidelines, ramp procedures, and operational protocols to ensure a safe working environment.

Essential Skills

• Previous experience with aircraft towing and safe aircraft movement on the ramp.
• Demonstrated ability to perform a variety of manual tasks, including facility cleaning, vehicle washing, and aircraft interior and exterior cleaning.
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license that can be maintained in good standing; restricted licenses are not acceptable.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective interaction with passengers, pilots, and team members.
• Customer service experience with a focus on professional, courteous, and solution-oriented support.
• Ability to step up and down stairs, ladders, tugs, vehicles, and fuel trucks safely and repeatedly.
• Ability to reach above shoulder level, including waving marshalling wands for aircraft guidance.
• Ability to stoop below aircraft wings to place and remove chocks and perform related tasks.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time in an active ramp environment.
• Flexibility and willingness to perform other duties when line service is not required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in an aviation, FBO, or ramp operations environment is beneficial.
• Attention to detail in cleaning, sanitizing, and detailing aircraft and vehicles.
• Reliability and punctuality for scheduled shifts and operational needs.
• Comfort working in a physically active role with varying tasks throughout the shift.

Why Work Here?

The organization offers a hands-on role in a dynamic general aviation environment where every day brings variety and direct interaction with aircraft and flight crews. Team members work in a supportive setting that values professionalism, safety, and strong customer service. The schedule provides predictable afternoon and evening hours, allowing for work-life balance while gaining valuable experience in aviation ground operations.

Work Environment

This position is based at a Fixed Base Operator (FBO) located at Gillespie Field, working directly on the airport ramp and in associated facilities. You will operate and work around ground support equipment such as tugs, fuel trucks, and service vehicles, and perform both indoor and outdoor tasks in varying weather conditions. The role requires frequent standing, walking, climbing on and off vehicles and equipment, reaching above shoulder height, and stooping beneath aircraft wings. The schedule for this position is Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of El Cajon, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $26.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in El Cajon,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 4, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.