How to hire a jet aircraft servicer

How to hire a jet aircraft servicer, step by step

Here's a step-by-step jet aircraft servicer hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a jet aircraft servicer job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new jet aircraft servicer
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The jet aircraft servicer hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A jet aircraft servicer's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, jet aircraft servicers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents jet aircraft servicer salaries for various positions.

   Type of Jet Aircraft Servicer	Description	Hourly rate
   Jet Aircraft Servicer	Aircraft and avionics equipment mechanics and technicians repair and perform scheduled maintenance on aircraft. They also may perform aircraft inspections as required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).	$11-26
   Structures Technician	Structures technicians design buildings or monuments. They plan construction, select materials, and create models... Show more	$20-37
   Power Plant Technician	Power plant technicians, paid at an average of $790K per year, must have skills in concentration, dexterity, mechanics, and problem-solving. They will need a high school diploma or GED at the very least, though some employers do prefer a college or vocational school degree, as well as strong math and science backgrounds... Show more	$14-34

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • DOD
   • Ladders
   • Aircraft Maintenance
   • Ground Support Equipment
   • FOD
   • Hydraulic Fluid
   • Air Pressure
   • Hand Signals
   • Fuel Samples
   • Engine Oil
   • Hand Tools
   • Hydraulic Systems
   • Hazardous Materials
   • FAA

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   Responsibilities:

   • Work from SRM, TRM, AMM, EO and various other aircraft documentation to accomplish repair objectives.
   • Perform schedule and unschedule maintenance on communication, radar, instrument, electrical/power distribution, and integrate weapons delivery systems.
   • Diagnose and troubleshot malfunctions in electrical and electronic components, including solid state and transistorize subsystems on UH-60A aircraft.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your jet aircraft servicer job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A jet aircraft servicer can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, jet aircraft servicers' average salary in nebraska is 37% less than in nevada.
   • Seniority. Entry-level jet aircraft servicers 56% less than senior-level jet aircraft servicers.
   • Certifications. A jet aircraft servicer with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a jet aircraft servicer's salary.

   Average jet aircraft servicer salary

   $37,395yearly

   $17.98 hourly rate

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   Entry-level jet aircraft servicer salary

   $24,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 30, 2026

4. Writing a jet aircraft servicer job description

   A jet aircraft servicer job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a jet aircraft servicer job description:

   Jet aircraft servicer job description example

   This role will support the Installation Support Services (ISS2) contract.
   
   This position will require that the employee work on site at Wake Island Airfield (WIA). Transportation to WIA will be provided from Honolulu, HI which is the point of hire. Meals and housing will be provided by the program while working on the island. Employees will live in a dormitory housing environment and meals will be furnished daily through the cafeteria commissary. This role is perfect for someone who is able to remain away for long periods of time while working on island with occasional scheduled trips back to Honolulu, HI
   
   Key Role:
   
   Performs all duties in the support of aircraft transiting Wake Island and of regularly scheduled resupply flights to include movement of passengers and materials on and off Island.
   
   Duties:
   
   + Takes instructions from Air Field Manager and base operations
   
   + Maintain the Enroute Services Aircraft Support Log
   
   + Respond to aircraft; marshalling the aircraft and related duties for aircraft handling
   
   + Aircraft handled and serviced include civilian and military; cargo, passenger and other types
   
   + Coordinates with the POL section for aircrew requests for aircraft refueling/defueling
   
   + Coordinate capability forecasting with Cape Forecasting/ACA at JBPHH
   
   + Conduct passenger services for WI to include check-in, baggage service and security screening
   
   + Coordinates with the AGE section for equipment required during aircraft servicing
   
   + Prepares cargo and equipment for airlift movement
   
   + Performs operators checks of flightline equipment prior to use
   
   + Provides dispatch service as requested by base operations or aircrew; positioning flight line support equipment to support aircraft maintenance and flying operations
   
   + Required to operate forklifts, aircraft loaders, staircase trucks, baggage conveyors, aircraft tugs and towbars, airfield sweepers and other airfield equipment
   
   + Practices good housekeeping, tool control, Foreign Object Damage prevention, and safety at all times.
   
   + Perform other duties as requested.
   
   Required Qualifications:
   
   + High School Diploma or equivalent.
   
   + Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
   
   + Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
   
   + Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment physical and drug test.
   
   + Minimum of four (4) years of experience as an Aircraft servicer, Aerial Port, Transit Alert or similar duties.
   
   + MS Office
   
   + Ability to pass National Agency Check with Inquiries background check
   
   + Ability to speak, read and write English
   
   All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law
   
   **Requirements** :
   
   Required Qualifications:
   
   + High School Diploma or equivalent.
   
   + Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
   
   + Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
   
   + Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment physical and drug test.
   
   + Minimum of four (4) years of experience as an Aircraft servicer, Aerial Port, Transit Alert or similar duties.
   
   + MS Office
   
   + Ability to pass National Agency Check with Inquiries background check
   
   + Ability to speak, read and write English
   
   All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law
   
   ASRC Federal and its Subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, color, age, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, religion, marital status, ancestry, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other factor prohibited by applicable law.

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5. Post your job

   To find jet aircraft servicers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any jet aircraft servicers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level jet aircraft servicers with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your jet aircraft servicer job on Zippia to find and recruit jet aircraft servicer candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit jet aircraft servicers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new jet aircraft servicer

   Once you've selected the best jet aircraft servicer candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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