The People of Southwest Airlines come together to deliver on our Purpose, which is to connect People to whatâs important in their lives through friendly, reliable, and low-cost air travel. Our Aircraft Appearance Technicians clean the hangars and refresh the aircraft and its equipment to provide a safe environment for our Maintenance Technicians as well as our Customers. As a Phoenix Aircraft Appearance Technician,you will work with various workgroups and identify additional areas of interest to gain exposure as you further develop your career. Theyâre Team Players that enjoy working with others to execute logistics to ensure high-quality service and ontime performance.
As a PhoenixAircraft Appearance Technician, you can expect:
A union-based role that includes working assigned shifts based on seniority. Shifts can include early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays.Â
Opportunities for overtime and shift pick-ups. Mandatory overtime is a possibility based on operational need. *
U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current orâŻfuture workâŻauthorization sponsorship available.
Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flightsâyour eligible dependents too.
Up to a 9.3% 401(k) Company match, dollar for dollar, per paycheck. **
Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution toward retirement - when Southwest profits, you profit. ***
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Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.âŻWe continue to look for opportunities to reflect the communities we serve, and welcome applicants with diverse thoughts, backgrounds, and experiences.
*Overtime pay is computed solely on base pay rateÂ
**401(k) match contributions are subject to the planâs vesting schedule and applicable IRS limitsÂ
***ProfitSharing contributions are subject to planâs vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company
Responsibilities
The work of the Appearance Technician shall include, but not be limited to
Cleaning, washing, and polishing the interior and exterior of airplanes, airplane parts, maintenance equipment, shops, and hangars
Replacement of aircraft seat covers and aisle rugs on service checks, turnarounds, or through-flights
The driving of motor vehicles, when necessary, in connection with the work of an Appearance Technician
Carry out safety and/or security initiatives as directed by Southwest Airlines or the FAA
Must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed in this description
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must be able to read documents, follow instructions, learn, and understand operations procedures, rules, and regulations
Must be able to perform well in a fast-paced environment, subject to adverse weather conditions, including extreme heat or extreme cold, as well as aircraft noise
Must be able to be alert to moving vehicles or aircraft and use radio equipment as needed
Must be able to communicate information and instructions in writing, verbally, or via radio equipment, as needed
Must be capable of being trained on, as well as, operating a forklift and a tug
Must be capable of being trained on, as well as, operating scissor and boom lifts at heights of up to 40 feet
Must be able to easily climb up and down ladders, stairs, and stands while cleaning the interior and/or exterior of the aircraft, including times while washing and waxing the aircraft
Must be able to work rotating shifts, holidays, and overtime