Aircraft Service Attendants — Tasks

Task statements

• 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.