Ground Handling Technician

About the Company:

We provide specialized subcontracting and technical assistance services to support clients in the transport and aerospace industries. We work closely with clients to ensure that our solutions meet their needs and exceed their expectations. Our team members are motivated individuals that do remarkable things every day!

Position Summary:

AAA United States, Inc. has partnered with a company in Columbus, Mississippi that is an international pioneer in the aerospace industry. They are a leader in designing, manufacturing and delivering aerospace products, services and solutions to customers on a global scale. A commercial aircraft manufacturer, with Space and Defense as well as Helicopters Divisions, they are the largest aeronautics and space company in Europe and a worldwide leader. We are looking for an Ground Handling Technician who is seeking their next opportunity in a complex and ever-changing work environment!

Job Description:

• Overhead crane operations in the Transhipment hangar to receive and deliver the major aircraft components utilizing a variety of overhead crane configurations and lifting devices. 
• Operating heavy aircraft tow tugs for the movement of aircraft into and out of various hangars in support of pre-Final Operational Testing 
• Ensuring aircraft system readiness and proper configuration of aircraft towing operations, cargo loading, aircraft mooring, electrical power connections, ventilation for air supply, and cabin access all in accordance with the Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM). MAA AOA training
• Coordinating logistical support for cannibalization, reallocation, out of sequence requests of aircraft materials, and the return of sea transport jigs. 
• Operation of heavy equipment to load/ unload shipping containers of MCAs using 30 k forklift.
• Operation of heavy equipment to support unloading of MCAs from sea jigs at heights of 20-30 feet using articulating man lift or scissor lifts.
• Fueling activities for ground support equipment (GSE). Using portable fuel tanks. 
• Adherence to various policies regarding accurate recording of completed work and work-in-progress by using daily job cards to record activities. 
• Notifies affected parties when clerical errors are discovered or documentation is incomplete. 
• Using SOIs to perform each task assigned and documenting any discrepancies. 
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date training records of EHS, SAP. 
• Ensure required daily pre-operational inspections of GSE are completed. 

• 3 years of experience working with overhead cranes. 
• 3+ years of experience working in aviation ramp operations 
• 3+ years experience working with heavy equipment.
• Overhead, Crane
• Aviation ramp operations 
• Heavy Equipment Operations 
• Logistic Operations 
• SAP experience preferred