Job Title: Flight School Ground Operations Lead

$27-28/hour DOE. Day shift

Tuesday - Saturday 7am-3:30pm

Job Title: Flight School Operations Lead

Pay: $27-28/hour DOE

Shift: Day shift, Tuesday - Saturday

Job Overview:

The Flight School Operations Lead oversees the daily operations of a flight training facility and ensures the smooth operation of aircraft ground services. This role involves ensuring aircraft maintenance and safety compliance. Duties primarily focus on fueling aircraft but also include assisting with aircraft maintenance, equipment operation, and support for other departments. Additionally, the lead maintains regulatory compliance, and liaises with aviation authorities. Effective communication, organizational skills, and a thorough understanding of aviation regulations are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely refuel aircraft and perform routine services (oil refills, washing, pre-flight inspections).

• Support A&P mechanics with basic maintenance tasks, including tire changes and general upkeep of the shop.

• Maintain a clean and organized maintenance hangar.

• Take on leadership roles and collaborate with other departments (ramp operations, baggage handling, customer service).

• Operate company vehicles (fuel trucks, tugs) and adhere to safety guidelines.

• Develop and implement training programs and maintain regulatory compliance.

Essential Skills:

• Heavy lifting and handling fueling/heavy equipment.

• Experience as a Ramp Agent or Fueler.

• Effective communication and a thorough understanding of aviation regulations.

Why Work Here?

Join a dynamic work environment with opportunities for growth in aircraft maintenance and ground operations. Enjoy a supportive team atmosphere and the chance to work outdoors with various equipment.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $28.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Menlo Park,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.