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Aircraft Service Attendants

Service aircraft with fuel. May de-ice aircraft, refill water and cooling agents, empty sewage tanks, service air and oxygen systems, or clean and polish exterior.

US jobs
31,300
Median wage
$40,450 a year
Job family
Physical work

Can agents do the work of aircraft service attendants?

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Typical tasks

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  • Guide aircraft to designated areas using hand signals, batons, or other methods.
  • Radio to flight dispatchers or other personnel to discuss incoming or outgoing aircraft.
  • Complete forms describing tasks completed.
  • Apply de-icing fluid to aircraft from baskets lifted by truck-mounted cranes.
  • Tow aircraft to gates or hangars using tugs, tractors, or other vehicles.
  • Refuel aircraft using hoses connected to fuel trucks.
  • Empty aircraft lavatory systems or refill them with sanitizer fluid.
  • Load baggage or cargo for crew or passengers.
  • Inspect aircraft components to locate cracks, breaks, leaks, or other problems.
  • Climb ladders to reach aircraft surfaces to be cleaned.
  • Refill aircraft potable water tanks.
Other job titles for this occupation (13)

Aircraft Deicer · Aircraft Refueler · Fueler · Refueler · Aircraft Cleaner · Aircraft Detailer · Aircraft Fueler · Aircraft Technical Cleaner · Airfield Maintenance Equipment Operator · Airline Refueler · Airplane Refueler · Exterior Aircraft Cleaner · Lavatory Technician