Vista Aircraft Maintenance is seeking to hire a Line Service Technician to join our maintenance team at our Part 145 Repair Station in Van Nuys, CA. The Line Service Technician is a front-line position responsible for supporting all ground operations for inbound and outbound aircraft, flight crews, and passengers and maintaining aircraft appearance. The Line Service Technician is a front-line position responsible for supporting all ground operations for inbound and outbound aircraft, flight crews, and passengers, while also maintaining aircraft appearance. This role serves as a support position to other departments, including Charter, Aircraft Maintenance, and Facilities.
Vista Aircraft Maintenance is the in-house maintenance provider for the Vista Members’ fleet, which comprises an unrivalled fleet of light, super mid-size, long-range and ultra-long-range aircraft. Vista Aircraft Maintenance has multiple maintenance hubs strategically located across the U.S. and Europe. By investing in internal maintenance, Vista can prioritize the highest standards of service, safety, security, reliability, and value, demonstrating a continued commitment to providing a seamless service to clients globally. Vista Aircraft Maintenance offers a robust regional support network for Vista’s growing fleet, with one of the leading base maintenance facilities in the world.
The salary range for this position is $25 to $27+ per hour.
Line Service Technicians handle fuels, flammable substances, and other hazardous materials. Due to the nature of the work, strict adherence to safety procedures is essential. The airport ramp is a high-noise environment, requiring the use of appropriate hearing protection. Operating vehicles and maneuvering aircraft near people, buildings, and other aircraft demands heightened awareness and caution. All procedures must be followed to ensure personal safety, the safety of others, and the protection of company and customer property.
Your Responsibilities
- Marshall and wing-walk aircraft
- Tow aircraft (upon successful completion of training)
- Off-campus tow training
- Marshall training
- Ramp training and planning
- ASMP training (Technicians only)
Aircraft Servicing
- Service aircraft lavatories and potable water systems
- De-fuel and fuel aircraft in accordance with ATA Specification 103
- Load and unload baggage
- Clean and detail aircraft interiors and exteriors
Ramp Operations
- Perform daily ramp checks to ensure aircraft are chocked, locked, and secure
- Complete scheduled checklists, audits, and inspections as assigned
- Assist pilots with pre-flight and post-flight services
- Operate, inspect, and perform general maintenance on ground support equipment
General Support
- Assist other departments as needed, including facility cleaning and miscellaneous tasks
- Provide basic security for personnel and property
- Direct individuals, drivers, and flight crews within the ramp area
- Perform other duties and tasks as assigned
Required Experience, Qualifications, and Education:
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid Driver’s License
- Must possess excellent written and verbal communications skills in the English language
- Pass pre-employment Drug and Alcohol testing, background checks and submit to random testing when required
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, direct interface, over telephone, email and in writing
- Ability to perform a variety of manual tasks including but not limited to: facility cleaning, vehicle washing, aircraft cleaning and vacuuming
- Must be comfortable with working outdoors, day, night and in all weather conditions
Physical Requirements
- Stepping up/down on ladders, tugs and fuel trucks, scissor lifts
- Lifting baggage from ground level to waist and overhead while loading aircraft, up to 75 pounds
- Bending and stooping to pick up tow bars and other equipment, up to 75 pounds
- Bending below wings to chock aircraft
- Standing and walking for extended periods of time, running when required
- Good hand-eye coordination with good peripheral vision
Benefits:
- Medical, dental, and vision plans
- 401k program with company matching and 100% vested immediately
- Life Insurance and Long/Short term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Empty Leg Flight Benefits & Customized Travel Site with Delta Airlines
Why choose Vista Aircraft Maintenance?
- Company Culture: Our culture revolves around problem-solving, teamwork, and industry innovation leadership.
- No two days will be the same, your career with Vista Aircraft Maintenance will be dynamic, challenging, and exciting.
- Operational Excellence and Innovation: Industry leader in private aviation with numerous career advancement opportunities. Certified™ Great Place to Work®, highlighting employee satisfaction and career development.
- Commitment to Safety and Excellence: Wyvern Wingman® Certified, with a history of performance adhering to rigorous safety practices and continuously surpassing benchmarks.
- State-of-the-Art Facilities: Over 4,000 aviation experts operating out of 35 offices globally, with modern, state-of-the-art maintenance facilities.
- Luxury World Class Fleet: We are committed to the highest standards. Our fleet is comprised of highly sought after aircraft, provided with white-glove opulent service that is guided by an obsessive attention to detail and craftsmanship.
The affiliated operating partners of Vista are equal employment opportunity employers. The affiliated operating partners of Vista do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law. The affiliated operating partners of Vista also prohibit harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire