Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple – “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience.”  

We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe. 

Job summary

Provide deicing of aircrafts according to the companies’ standards and in compliance with the safety regulations.

The expected pay rate is $25.50/hr. Full-time employees are offered a range of health and wellness benefits as well as 401(k) with company match paid vacation time, sick time, and company paid holidays.

Your profile 

• Supervise the day-to-day operation of the CDF, ensuring that all Company safety and health policies are enforced
• Guides and directs employees in the effective execution of their duties
• Oversee Deicing and Glycol recovery operations for the CDF
• Perform ramp servicing/ground handling functions as required
• Ensure that daily staff levels are sufficient to meet the operational requirements.
• Coordinate equipment levels to meet the operational requirements.
• Participate in the development and implementation of processes for improvement to the operation of the CDF
• Coordinate with Equipment Maintenance staff and sub-contractors as required any repairs or maintenance on equipment
• Review and complete all relevant operational and incident reports accurately and within a timely manner
• Monitor the quality of equipment, fluids and facility and report on deficiencies
• Accept fresh glycol deliveries
• Knowledge and understanding of the collective agreement
• All other duties associated with the job classification

Your profile

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum one year experience in deicing operations or related field
• Be able to pass security clearance (criminal background check)
• Obtain and maintain a valid airport RAIC and AVOP designation
• Possess a valid NYS driver’s license
• Technical knowledge of the deicing equipment
• Supervisory experience in a unionized environment, an asset
• Experience in deicing operations required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge of MS Office: Word, Excel and Outlook
• Must possess strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Sense of leadership, diplomacy and team spirit
• Flexible to work various shifts (days, evenings, weekends and holidays)

What we offer

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. 

Visit our website at www.careers.swissport.com to learn more about Life at Swissport. 

Join Swissport today and be part of a team that connects the world of aviation!