Aircraft service attendant, Kaimahi whakatikatika rererangi
Also known as
- Aircraft service agent, baggage handler, aircraft cleaner, baggage handling agent, ramp agent, ramp services agent
Aircraft service attendants do service tasks on aircraft like restocking food, water and other supplies for passengers and crew. They may clean aircraft and handle baggage.
Your pay could be
$24
Lower
$24 to $38
Most common
$50
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Aircraft service attendants
- usually work long hours in shifts, including weekends and evenings, and may work part time
- usually work at airports
- may work in all weather in noisy, smelly and hazardous conditions
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be safety conscious, practical and work well under pressure
Tasks
- service vehicles to maintain functionality
- clean vehicles or vehicle components
- maintain repair or maintenance records
- climb ladders or vehicles to perform duties
- clean facilities or equipment
- maintain plumbing structures or fixtures
- communicate with others to coordinate vehicle movement
- signal others to coordinate vehicle movement
- inspect mechanical components of vehicles to identify problems
- handle luggage or other possessions for patrons
Practical
Organised
Enterprising
Interests that fit this job
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You need
- a driver licence
- to pass a medical assessment and drug test
- to pass a security check and get an Airport Identity Card (AIC)
You may need
- experience in similar work
- a New Zealand Certificate in Aviation (Ground Handling) (Level 3)
- an Airside Driving Permit (ADP)
If you’re in school
You usually don’t need specific NCEA levels for this job, but Level 2 may be useful.
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