Tech Wash Agent - IAH Airport

Tech Wash Agent - IAH Airport

Interested in working in aviation? Are you looking for a job with stability and growth opportunities? If you are looking for a career with growth potential and work well in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we want to speak to you.

WHY WORK FOR PRIMEFLIGHT?

• Enjoy benefits like 401(k) with matching, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, paid time off, growth opportunities, and more (*Benefits may vary based on eligibility)
• We are committed to being a leading provider of commercial services within the aviation industry
• Our teams focus on maintaining a positive working environment and treating all team members with respect
• With more than 200 locations across the world, we offer opportunities for career progression

SUMMARY OVERVIEW

The Tech Wash Agent is responsible for performing detailed and comprehensive cleaning of designated aircraft areas to ensure the highest standards of appearance, safety, and compliance are met. This role involves the thorough washing, scrubbing, scraping, and detailing of both the exterior and interior components of aircraft, using approved tools, equipment, and cleaning solutions. The Tech Wash Agent plays a critical role in maintaining aircraft condition by removing contaminants, residue, and debris that may impact performance, safety, or presentation, while adhering to all company procedures, safety regulations, and environmental guidelines. Attention to detail, physical endurance, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, safety-sensitive environment are essential for success in this position.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pre-checks are performed on all equipment/vehicles and loading of required chemicals for designated washes during that shift
• The ability to follow airline specific guidelines with tasks pertaining to the detailed cleaning process
• Attach or remove proper pitot tube and static port covers and document on aircraft wash record or airline designated forms
• Place the vacuum and water dams around the aircraft to collect all liquids that drip onto the ground and any drains that are covered to protect from contamination
• Place soap in mop buckets, apply to aircraft, starting from the bottom, working upwards with mopheads/pads attached to poles
• Wash exterior of aircraft to remove dirt, inspect spots, grease, stains, oil streaking, and exhaust/carbon trails
• During and after the rinse, the contaminated water is squeezed to the vacuum system for removal, be sure to not leave any standing water/soap/chemical in the shadow of aircraft
• A power washer will be used to rinse the soap and dirt from the aircraft while working from the ground or using a ladder
• Polish metallic surfaces, clean/scrape seat tracks, and wipe down the interior structure of aircraft
• Complete a FOD walk to verify that the work area is clean of equipment/chemicals and debris free
• Inspect and evaluate the quality of work and practice safe work methods
• Required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE): raingear, rubber boots, safety glasses, face shield, rubber gloves, Tyvek suit, and respirator
• Exemplify PrimeFlight customer service and safety standards
• Perform any additional duties as assigned by management

QUALIFICATIONS

• 18 years of age or older
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.
• Communicate effectively in English (reading, writing, speaking)
• Ability to access and interpret information in print and electronically, including the use of electronic devices including IPads/Tablets, Computers, and Mobile Devices
• Effectively communicate with colleagues and clients, both in-person and through electronic means
• Pass a background check and drug screen
• Eligibility to acquire needed credentials and clearances (FAA, RAIC, TSA, Port Authority, U.S. Customs and U.S. Postal- as applicable).
• Airlines are 24/7, so we need our team members to be flexible to work various shifts including nights, weekends and holidays

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the work environment, knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential requirements.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY/WORKING CONDITIONS MAY INCLUDE:

• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds
• Prolonged standing and walking in an indoor/outdoor environment as applicable
• May need to reach with arms and grasp with hands
• May need to push, pull
• May need to crawl and crouch, at times, in confined tight spaces
• May need to bend, stretch, squat, kneel
• May need to climb and work at elevated heights
• Exposure to moderate and at times high noise levels
• Exposure to Biohazards and/or Chemicals
• Exposure to outdoor elements
• Be able to hear and respond to the spoken voice and to audible alarms
• Tasks may involve repetitive motions of the arms, wrists, hands and/or fingers
• Specific vision abilities required for this job include: Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less); distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more); peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point); depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distances and spatial relationships); ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

The pay rate listed on this post is what the company reasonably expects to pay for this position. However, individual compensation may vary based on factors including qualifications, skills, competencies, education, and experience.

PrimeFlight Aviation Services, Inc. is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at PrimeFlight Aviation Service, Inc. without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state/province, and local laws.

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