Aircraft Deicer (IDS - Westchester Co. Airport)

About the role

The Inland Group of Companies (IDS and Quantem Aviation Services) is a trusted aviation partner operating at over 50+ airports across Canada and the United States. We deliver aircraft de-icing, fueling, environmental management, ground handling, and other specialized aviation support services. Safety is our highest priority. Every employee has the authority and responsibility to stop work when unsafe conditions exist.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe environment during the de/anti-icing operation and make sure all company policies and procedures are being followed correctly;
• Uphold and follow the duties related to de/anti-icing aircraft according to procedures for both airlines and IDS including inspecting aircraft for frozen contamination;
• Participate in the pre-planning for the de/anti-ice event (perform checks on equipment, trucks, servicing equipment with fuel or glycol);
• Ensure proper shutdown of pads, including paperwork and log books; that all maintenance issues have been logged and reported to maintenance and all proper shutdown procedures for the equipment are followed.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old with a valid US Driver’s license and reliable transportation;
• Successful completion of the airport badging and background check process required for this location;
• High school diploma or equivalent and Intermediate computer skills preferred;
• Maintain and treat all information as confidential;
• Must be able to read, write, understand and carry out instructions in English;
• Must be able to speak and hear efficiently as well as, verbally direct in English;
• Possess the tact to deal with all levels of employees and client representatives;
• Successful completion of all IDS classroom and OJT de-/anti-icing training;
• Must be available to work at least 3 shifts minimum per week (Monday - Friday) and at least 2 weekend days per month (Saturday – Sunday);
• The Inland Group of Companies maintains a drug-free workplace and, as such, all candidates and employees can expect to participate in our drug testing program;
• Prolonged periods of time standing with exposure to prevalent weather, dust, dirt, fuel, fumes and noise, in or around heavy equipment and moving vehicles;
• Must be able to squat, stoop, kneel, bend, stretch, crawl, climb ladders and work at heights in excess