3rd Shift Aviation Line Service Technician Richmond Jet Center Inc. – KRIC Airport, Richmond, VA Summary The 3rd Shift Line Service Technician (10:00 PM – 6:00 AM) is a high-autonomy role responsible for the safety, security, and "launch-readiness" of our facility during the quiet hours. While the rest of the city sleeps, you own the ramp—supporting late-night medical flights, prepping the morning’s corporate departures, and managing multimillion-dollar aircraft movements. This role is ideal for independent professionals, student pilots, or A&P students who thrive in a focused, high-trust environment. The quiet hours between active tasks provide an excellent opportunity for study or professional development. Compensation & Benefits Starting Pay:$17.00 per hour (Base + $2.00 3rd Shift Differential). Rapid Growth: Pay increases to $18.00 per hour (Total with differential) once trained and working independently (typically 60 days). Full Benefits: Richmond Jet Center offers an excellent benefits package, including 401(K), medical, dental, life, and more for full-time positions.
Duties Fuel aircraft and maintain proper fuel farm paperwork/quality control. Tow and marshal aircraft with extreme precision (Hangar Stacking). Launch Prep: Ensure aircraft are chocked, locked, and positioned for 6:00 AM departures. Aircraft Service: Lavatory and potable water service; load/unload baggage. Facility Stewardship: Provide basic security to people and property; assist with facility cleaning and other tasks to ensure the terminal is "Richmond Ready" for the morning rush. Operate ground support equipment and assist other departments as required.
Key Qualifications Must maintain a valid Driver's License. Ability to pass FAA Drug and Alcohol testing and background checks. Reliability: Proven track record of punctuality for overnight schedules. Autonomy: Comfortable working and making decisions without direct management supervision. Physicality: Ability to work outdoors in all weather and lift up to 50 lbs.
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