Line Service Operator Assistant

Salary/Position Classification

• $15.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 10 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability:
  No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus):
  No

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.

The Part-Time Student Line Service Operator position provides aircraft/helicopter movement operations by towing from indoor storage hangars to designated ramp parking locations and positioning back into indoor storage hangars during non-flying activity or hazardous weather conditions. Conducts fueling operations for fixed wing aircraft and helicopter fleet using mobile trucks. Performs ground support operations for fleet aircraft and helicopters including: external power engine starting, pre-heating for cold engines, defrosting to remove contamination, and deicing to allow safe take-off.

Performs all duties in accordance with FAA, State, and local governing procedures. Executes duties applying principles outlined in Safety Management System policy and applicable operational checklists.

• Provide parking directions to incoming aircraft/helicopters and position on designated ramp parking locations.
• Secure aircraft/helicopters out-of-doors with chocks and tie downs; move craft to indoor storage during extreme weather conditions.
• Demonstrate proficiency in stacking and removing aircraft/helicopters from indoor storage hangars; ensure craft are secured/with minimum established safety clearance distances complied with.
• Demonstrate proper aircraft/helicopter movement handling and compliance with ramp designated parking on the ramp.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the operation of equipment such as tug tow tractors, electric hangar doors, tow bars and helicopter carts.
• Provide ground servicing support for air service missions and coordinate requirements for transient aircraft.
• Provide ground support equipment services as required for UND and UND sponsored aircraft.
• Conduct cleaning of aircraft/helicopter windows and perform spot washing of aircraft leading edges as required.
• Perform external power cart engine starting operations on aircraft/helicopters when requested.
• Record number of gallons delivered or removed from truck to specific aircraft/helicopters; service aircraft/helicopters with oil as required and record amount for inventory control.
• Perform aircraft/helicopter fueling procedures in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures, Grand Forks Airport Authority policy, and federal/state/local governing directives.
• Park fuel trucks in designated outdoor locations and park indoors when required.
• Conduct all operations applying Safety Management System policy criteria and applicable operational checklists.
• Maintain accessibility of tie-downs anchor points by removing snow, ice, dirt, and other debris as required.
• Provide tie down straps and chocks for aircraft; monitor/confirm placement and removal as applicable.
• Confirm FOD is removed/secured from ramp areas; maintain cleanliness of ramp areas and facilities.
• Correct or coordinate correction of all safety related issues.
• Clear snow from UND areas and facilities according to airport host/tenant agreement; confirm clear accessibility of entry/exit doors and fire extinguishers.
• Notify appropriate personnel of facility damage or defects.

• Ability to lift 70-pounds and physically fit to perform all body type movements
• Basic mechanical aptitude/experience with basic hand/power tools, etc.
• Random drug tests as required.
• Ability to obtain a ramp security badge.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

• Due to training requirements for position, seeking Freshmen/Sophomore applicants.
• Experience with flight and rotary wing aircraft.
• Experience with flight line and fueling operations.
• Experience using equipment and tools used…