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Aircraft Service Attendants - 53-6032.00

O*NET-SOC Description

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.

Sample of Reported Job Titles

No information available.

SOC Occupation Groups

Related Occupations

Tasks

  • Apply de-icing fluid to aircraft from baskets lifted by truck-mounted cranes.
  • Change aircraft oil, coolant, or other fluids.
  • Clean aircraft interiors by picking up waste, wiping down windows, or vacuuming.
  • Climb ladders to reach aircraft surfaces to be cleaned.
  • Complete forms describing tasks completed.
  • De-grease aircraft exteriors.
  • Empty aircraft lavatory systems or refill them with sanitizer fluid.
  • Guide aircraft to designated areas using hand signals, batons, or other methods.
  • Inspect aircraft components to locate cracks, breaks, leaks, or other problems.
  • Load baggage or cargo for crew or passengers.
  • Mix cleaning compounds or solutions.
  • Polish aircraft exteriors.
  • Radio to flight dispatchers or other personnel to discuss incoming or outgoing aircraft.
  • Refill aircraft potable water tanks.
  • Refuel aircraft using hoses connected to fuel trucks.
  • Remove exhaust stains from aircraft using cleaning fluids.
  • Tow aircraft to gates or hangars using tugs, tractors, or other vehicles.
  • Wash the aircraft exteriors using lifts, cranes, detergent, or other equipment.

Detailed Work Activities

  • Clean facilities or equipment.
  • Clean vehicles or vehicle components.
  • Climb ladders or vehicles to perform duties.
  • Communicate with others to coordinate vehicle movement.
  • Drive trucks or truck-mounted equipment.
  • Handle luggage or other possessions for patrons.
  • Inspect mechanical components of vehicles to identify problems.
  • Maintain plumbing structures or fixtures.
  • Maintain repair or maintenance records.
  • Mix ingredients.
  • Mix substances to create chemical solutions.
  • Perform manual service or maintenance tasks.
  • Polish materials, workpieces, or finished products.
  • Service vehicles to maintain functionality.
  • Signal others to coordinate vehicle movement.

Military Crosswalk Titles

  • Air Operations Technician (Navy - Enlisted)
  • Air Transportation (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Air Transportation Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Air Transportation Craftsman (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Air Transportation Helper (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Air Transportation Journeyman (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Air Transportation Manager (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Air Transportation Superintendent (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Apprentice, C-130H (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Apprentice, C-130J (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Apprentice, C-146 (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Apprentice, C-17 (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Apprentice, C-5 (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Apprentice, CAA (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Apprentice, EC-130J (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Apprentice, HC-130J (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Apprentice, HC-130N/P (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Apprentice, MC-130H (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Apprentice, MC-130J (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Apprentice, MC-130P (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Apprentice, WC-130J (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Craftsman (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Craftsman, C-130H (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Craftsman, C-130J (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Craftsman, C-146 (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Craftsman, C-17 (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Craftsman, C-5 (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Craftsman, CAA (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Craftsman, EC-130J (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Craftsman, HC-130J (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Craftsman, HC-130N/P (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Craftsman, MC-130H (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Craftsman, MC-130J (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Craftsman, MC-130P (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Craftsman, WC-130J (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Helper (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Journeyman (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Journeyman, C-130H (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Journeyman, C-130J (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Journeyman, C-146 (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Journeyman, C-17 (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Journeyman, C-5 (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Journeyman, CAA (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Journeyman, EC-130J (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Journeyman, HC-130J (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Journeyman, HC-130N/P (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Journeyman, MC-130H (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Journeyman, MC-130J (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Journeyman, MC-130P (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Journeyman, WC-130J (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Manager (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Aircraft Loadmaster Superintendent (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Airman (Coast Guard - Enlisted)
  • Airman (Navy - Enlisted)

Apprenticeship Crosswalk Titles

No information available.

DOT Crosswalk Titles

  • Airport Utility Worker
  • Check Pilot
  • Elevator Operator
  • Ferryboat Operator, Cable
  • Instructor, Flying I
  • Instructor, Pilot