Line Service Technician

Line Service Technician

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.