Aircraft Service Attendants:

Service aircraft with fuel. May de-ice aircraft, refill water and cooling agents, empty sewage tanks, service air and oxygen systems, or clean and polish exterior.

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About the Job


Indiana Average Salary $29,000.00
Average Time to Fill 0 days
Typical Education Post-secondary certificate or some college courses
Typical Experience
10 Year Projected Openings (2016-2026) 429
10 Year Expected Percentage Change (2016-2026) 11.51 %

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Skills Profile



Essential (Soft) Skills

Essential Skills to Employers

Attention to Detail
Technology and Tool Usage
Information Gathering
Critical Thinking
Decision-making
Following Directions
Work Ethic
Resource Management

Top Job Duties and Responsibilities

Handling and Moving Objects

Set mechanical or electrical controls or components
Adjust equipment to ensure optimal performance
Adjust industrial, manufacturing, or production equipment
Install machine or equipment replacement parts
Weld metal structures
Assemble equipment or components
Install electrical components, equipment, or systems
Install attachments to machinery or related structures
Install electronic equipment, components, or systems
Install/Replace measuring or control devices such as meters or regulators
Weld metal parts and components
Mold metal or plastic materials through bending or straightening
Install electrical or electronic cables or wiring
Adjust electrical or electronic equipment
Adjust measuring or control devices
Assemble electrical components, subsystems, or systems
Bend tubing or conduit
Align equipment or machinery
Install parts, assemblies, or attachments in transportation or material handling equipment
Solder electrical or electronic connections or components
Install lead-in wires to control boxes and other components
Braze metal parts or components
Disassemble equipment to inspect for deficiencies
Disassemble transportation equipment for maintenance or repair
Solder metal parts, piping, or components
Connect supply lines to production equipment or tools
Install mechanical equipment, components, or systems
Install industrial machinery or equipment
Reassemble transportation equipment after repair
Cut metal or plastic material
Assemble/Disassemble manufactured aircraft products by hand
Dismantle/Reassemble rigging
Install electrical fixtures or components
Install electronic power, communication, or control equipment or systems
Adjust mechanical equipment
Join materials using spot or tack welding
Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly
Assemble gear systems
Cut materials according to specifications or needs
Install electrical conduit or tubing
Bend pipe for gas, air, hydraulic, refrigeration, or water lines
Operate pipe fitting equipment
Align machines or equipment to ensure positioning and levelness for work
Install production equipment or systems
Apply adhesives, caulking, or sealants
File metal or plastic objects
Grind metal objects
Perform combination welding or cutting procedures
Apply flux to workpiece before soldering or brazing
Remove parts or components from equipment
Disassemble HVAC or refrigeration equipment for maintenance and repair
Reassemble HVAC or refrigeration equipment after repair
Assemble mechanical components or machine parts
Set-up specialized rigging
Laminate objects for preservation, protection, and durability
Install heating, ventilation, or air conditioning (HVAC) equipment
Cut industrial materials in preparation for fabrication or processing
Cut pipe or piping material for gas, air, hydraulic, refrigeration, water, or steam lines
Prime/Paint vehicle or transportation equipment surfaces
Connect electrical components or equipment
Install plumbing, piping, or water handling systems
Apply protective sealants or coatings
Assemble metal or plastic parts or products
Shape metal or plastic
Assemble/Disassemble manufactured plumbing or piping products by hand
Cut construction material
Paint surfaces such as walls
Paint structures and objects using spraying equipment
Spread sand, dirt, or other loose materials onto surfaces
Don/Doff construction, extraction, or mining related Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Don/Doff installation, maintenance, or repair related Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Assemble/Disassemble manufactured mechanical products, engines, or machinery by hand
Drill holes in parts, equipment, or materials
Connect hoses to equipment or machinery
Set-up electronic systems test equipment
Perform basic plumbing
Drill holes in construction materials
Assemble/Disassemble manufactured electrical or electronic products, equipment, or parts by hand
Set-up computer numerical control machines
Thread pipe for gas, air, hydraulic, refrigeration, or water lines

Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment

Clean installation, maintenance, or repair tools, equipment, or machinery
Conduct tests to locate mechanical system malfunction
Replace malfunctioning or worn mechanical components
Tighten/Loosen nuts, bolts, and fasteners
Repair mechanical equipment or machinery
Level machines, equipment, or structures
Repair mechanical controls
Adjust clearances of mechanical or electrical parts or components
Align machines, equipment, or structures
Overhaul power-generating equipment or machinery
Overhaul major vehicle systems such as engines or transmissions
Lubricate machinery, equipment, or parts
Repair cargo or passenger vehicle
Replace gas, steam, sewer, or water piping or fixtures
Clean vehicles or vehicle components
Calibrate mechanical equipment or instruments to specification
Maintain work tools or equipment
Repair measuring or control devices
Replace worn equipment components
Maintain mechanical machinery or implements
Perform preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment
Maintain plumbing structures or fixtures
Repair commercial transportation equipment
Install hydraulic and pneumatic plumbing
Service vehicle with water, air, fuel, or oil
Repair gas, steam, oil, sewer, or water piping or fixtures
Clean manufacturing tools, equipment, or machinery
Maintain construction machinery or equipment
Repair railroad equipment or tracks
Overhaul industrial or construction machinery or equipment
Repair specialized rigging
Maintain welding machines or equipment
Maintain mining machinery or equipment
Apply lubricants or coolants to workpieces
Maintain commercial, cargo, or passenger vehicle
Repair aircraft propulsion systems
Repair pipes to stop leaking
Repair malfunctioning or worn mechanical components
Adjust clearances of vehicle body parts or components
Determine replacement part required
Repair aircraft ignition systems
Repair major vehicle systems such as engines, engine components, or transmissions
Maintain heavy equipment
Repair mechanical timing devices
Clean janitorial, house keeping, or grounds keeping tools, equipment, or machinery
Repair defective or damaged tires
Maintain manufacturing equipment
Mount tires on vehicles
Install vehicle parts and accessories
Maintain ship or boat engine, machinery, or equipment
Service green vehicles to make repairs or maintain good working order
Maintain boat or ship hull

Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material

Test mechanical products or equipment
Test operation of malfunctioning machinery
Test electrical or electronic systems or equipment
Test electrical or electronic wiring or fixtures
Perform safety inspection related to an installation, maintenance, or repair
Operate vehicle engine electrical systems test equipment
Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment
Inspect materials or equipment to determine need for repair or replacement
Conduct performance testing
Operate engine emission testing equipment
Inspect installation, maintenance, or repair machinery or equipment
Inspect facilities to determine repair or replacement needs
Test vehicle computer processors to detect malfunctions
Inspect completed repair work to ensure proper functioning
Test electrical circuits or components for proper functioning
Test mechanical systems to ensure proper functioning
Test engineering project equipment
Conduct validation tests of equipment or processes
Inspect vehicle to detect malfunctions or maintenance needed
Inspect mechanical systems to determine if they are operating properly
Inspect vehicle body to determine extent of damages and repairs needed
Determine mechanical repairs or modifications needed
Test piping systems or equipment for leaks under pressure
Conduct energy audits
Inspect facilities or equipment for regulatory or hazard compliance concerns
Locate equipment or materials in need of repair or replacement
Inspect aircraft or aircraft components
Perform inspection of tools or equipment prior to use
Inspect sewer, drain, or water main pipe joints to detect leaks or verify alignment or fit
Inspect electrical or electronic systems for defects
Inspect installed components or assemblies
Evaluate equipment for compliance with standards
Inspect engineering equipment or systems
Inspect plumbing systems or fixtures
Perform tests to assess compliance with standards
Trim excess material from workpieces
Inspect production equipment
Evaluate characteristics of engineering equipment or systems
Inspect construction work to ensure proper installation or functioning
Test fluids to identify contamination or other problems
Ensure equipment is operating to prescribed standards
Inspect objects using x-ray or magnetic methods
Compute product or materials test results

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