American Airlines Careers | Fleet Service Agent Job, Washington DC


















Job Description


Fleet Service Agents loads and unloads baggage and cargo, marshals aircraft to and from gates, and services aircraft.



Benefits and Offers



  • Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:


  • Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.


  • Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.


  • Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.


  • 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.


  • Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more



Your main responsibilities in this role include the following:





Duties and Responsibilities






  • Move baggage and cargo of various weights to and from aircraft


  • Drive and operate belt loaders


  • Service aircraft at gates with ground power and air conditioning


  • Tow and pushback aircraft from gates


  • Service aircraft lavatories and water ports


  • Clean interior of aircraft when needed


  • Position beverage and luggage carts around the ramp area


  • Works outdoors in various weather conditions


  • Work shifts that include irregular and/or extended hours, weekends and holidays.










Job Requirements




  • ​High school diploma or GED or international equivalent


  • Must be 18 years of age or older


  • People-oriented and highly motivated, with a positive and cooperative attitude


  • Lift, load, unload, and transport bags and cargo to/from aircraft's, bag carts, and conveyor belts


  • Good communication skills


  • Applicable valid driver’s license as required by local authorities


  • Completion of a pre-employment drug screen, comprehensive background check and/or fingerprinting to satisfy company and security requirements


  • Must fulfill FAA criminal background checks to qualify for unescorted access privileges to airport security identification display areas (SIDA), if applicable


  • Must be able to secure appropriate airport authority and/or US Customs security badges, if applicable


  • Ability to obtain jet bridge certification


  • Must have the ability to pass the US Postal Service background check








Job Details


Company: American Airlines


Employment Type: Full-time


Job Location: Washington, DC, USA