Heavy Handling Tech

Job Overview

Airbus US Manufacturing Facility is looking for a Heavy Handling Technician (Contract) to join our Ground Support Team based in Mobile, AL. Responsible for the safe off‑loading of Major Component Assemblies (MCA) from sea and road transport jigs onto Final Assembly Line (FAL) transportation trolleys and the delivery of MCAs to the Final Assembly Line stations in accordance with the planning schedule.

Safe operations of Overhead Cranes with lifting capacities ranging from 6.5 tons to 50 tons, all with multiple lifting configurations.

• Overhead crane operations in the Tran shipment hangar, A320 Final Assembly Line, Final Phase hangars, and A220 FAL to receive and deliver the major aircraft components utilizing a variety of overhead crane configurations and lifting devices.

• Operating heavy aircraft tow tugs for the movement of aircraft into and out of various hangars in support of pre‑Final Operational Testing.

• Ensuring aircraft system readiness and proper configuration of aircraft towing operations, cargo loading, aircraft mooring, electrical power connections, ventilation for air supply, and cabin access all in accordance with the Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM). MAA AOA training.

• Coordinating logistical support for cannibalization, reallocation, out of sequence requests of aircraft materials, and the return of sea transport jigs.

• Operation of heavy equipment to load/unload shipping containers of MCAs using 30 k forklift.

• Operation of heavy equipment to support unloading of MCAs from sea jigs at heights of 20‑30 feet using articulating man lift or scissor lifts.

• Fueling activities for ground support equipment (GSE) using portable fuel tanks.

• Adherence to various policies regarding accurate recording of completed work and work‑in‑progress by using daily job cards to record activities.

• Notifies affected parties when clerical errors are discovered or documentation is incomplete.

• Using SOIs to perform each task assigned and documenting any discrepancies.

• Maintains accurate and up‑to‑date training records of EHS, SAP.

• Ensure required daily pre‑operational inspections of GSE are completed.

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

• 3 years of experience working with overhead cranes.
• 3+ years of experience working in aviation ramp operations.
• 3+ years of experience working with heavy equipment.
• Experience with SAP preferred.

Skills:

Overhead Cranes, Heavy Equipment Operations, Aviation Ramp Operations, Logistics Operations, SAP, Forklift Operation, Man Lift Operation, Scissor Lifts, GSE Fueling, Aircraft Towing, Material Handling, Safety Procedures, Documentation.

• Vision:
Adequate to enter and read material on computer screens.

• Hearing:
Able to hear sufficiently to engage in conversation in office settings and safety alerts.

• Speaking:
Able to engage in conversations in person and via electronic means and deliver information to groups of varying size.

• Equipment Operation:
Able to operate a wide range of personal and office electronic equipment.

• Carrying:
Able to occasionally carry up to 20 lbs (9 kg).

• Lifting:
Able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs (14 kg).

• Pushing/Pulling:
Able to push/pull items in office areas and on the shop floor.

• Sitting:
Able to sit for extended periods of time at the computer and in meetings.

• Squatting/Kneeling:
Able to occasionally squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items shelved on bottom shelves.

• Standing:
Able to stand for extended periods of time delivering information.

• Travel:
Able to travel.

• Walking:
Able to walk through office and production areas, around flight lines and airstrips, and sometimes on uneven indoor and/or outdoor surfaces.

Airbus provides equal opportunities to all individuals seeking assignment with Airbus without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status or other legally protected status. In addition to federal law requirements, Airbus complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in every location in which…