Aircraft Detail Technician

West Star is the fastest growing maintenance repair organization in the industry and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence.  We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being with a small company feel. 

When you join our team we don’t think you should have to wait for your benefits to kick in. That’s why when you start, they start with you! This includes medical, dental, 401K match, time off accruals, weekly pay days and much more. We don’t want you to live to work, we want you to work and live.

What you can expect as an Aircraft Detail Technician at West Star:

Our detail technicians help the team prepare and clean aircraft for delivery to our customers. It requires basic motor skills and an ability to provide high customer service. Arm strength, basic dexterity and ability to move on and around aircraft are essential.  Additional shop support functions such as cleaning of the hangar floor and shop clean-up are included.

You will be ESSENTIAL to many FUNCTIONS including:

• Perform, wash, wax and detail work of aircraft interiors and exteriors.
• Polish, buff or treat aircraft sections as required.
• Tape and prepare aircraft for detail work.
• Shop floor clean-up and assistance in other minor cleaning duties.
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management

What you’ll need to bring with you:

Your Education:

A High school diploma or equivalent. A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.

Your Experience :

Prior experience in auto detail or cleaning is preferred.

Your Initiative:   

We’re looking for team players who are self-motivated and able to perform in a fast paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common.

Your Sense of Responsibility:

Attend work every day as scheduled

Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.

Must have reliable transportation to get to work each and every day. 

Must perform work in accordance with FAA guidelines

Maintain customer oriented work habits and a positive customer service environment

Must provide quality detail work to customers

Follow all company safety rules during the performance of duties

Qualifications:

Other particulars:

Physical Requirements                  

Lifts 30 lbs.

Routine walking, bending, squatting and sitting

Routine or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands

Climbing ladders up to 12’ in height

Working on various stands in and on aircraft wing areas on a routine basis

Mental Requirements                      

Work with others in a professional manner.

Understanding basic job functions and guidelines

Supervision                                       

Work under supervision of the Aircraft Detail Lead and Program Manager

Working Conditions            

This is a full-time position working in hangar environment.

May be required to work indoors and outdoors year round

Varied positions in, on and around the aircraft including working on ladders and work platforms

Equipment Used                                

Pneumatic buffers and sanders

Various rags, towels and cleaning equipment

Floor cleaning machines