Airside Experience Specialist - BNA

Airside Experience Specialist

The Airside Experience Specialist is responsible for a variety of duties that contribute towards safely providing requested services for general aviation aircraft, crew, and other guests. An Airside Experience Specialist routinely operates ground service equipment and uses knowledge of the company's policies and procedures to provide efficient and exceptional service to the guests of the private aviation terminal (PAT). An Airside Experience Specialist must be able to work flexible schedules, including night, holiday, and weekend shifts. Certain functions may be performed in varying weather and environmental conditions such as precipitation, extreme temperatures, jet engine fumes, dust, and noise. The tasks are performed inside and outside near stationary and moving aircraft (including spinning propellers and engines). Essential duties and responsibilities include :

• Work as part of a team to conduct airside operations safely and efficiently in accordance with established policies and standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate, cooperate, and work closely with all team members, guests, clients, vendors, and aircraft crewmembers to ensure service needs are met.
• Proactively prepare for arriving / departing aircraft, identify and perform open job tasks, and immediately speak up and / or point out observed safety concerns to all stakeholders.
• Operate and drive ground service equipment such as fuel trucks, de-icing trucks, ground power units, tugs, stair trucks, etc.
• Load and unload luggage and other cargo into / out of aircraft and from / into the PAT, guest vehicle, or other mode of transportation.
• Provide professional and friendly guest service while exhibiting a positive and helpful attitude to everyone at all times ensuring guests always receive an exceptional experience.
• Offer safe, convenient, and courteous transportation when driving shuttle vehicle to transport guests, luggage, and cargo.
• Maintain safe, clean, and secure ramps and operations.
• Fuel handling, including fuel quality control, fuel receipt, inventory, and maintaining accurate related documentation.
• Understand, comply with, and enforce all operational, safety, and guest service requirements for all aspects of the job.
• Stop work when an unsafe condition or act is likely to cause harm to people, the environment, Company or guest assets, or the Company's reputation if the work continues. Report concerns to the appropriate manager and cooperate in addressing the unsafe act or condition.
• Follow emergency response procedures during critical events.
• Understand, comply with, and enforce all security (physical, cyber, and data) protocols as dictated by both Signature Aviation and the airport.
• Create accurate records pertaining to time worked and activities and services performed.

Minimum education and / or experience includes :

Additional knowledge and essential skills include :

With more than 225 locations worldwide, Signature Aviation is the largest global network of private aviation terminals, delivering safe, convenient, and elevated experiences to those we serve. As a premier hospitality organization and a certified Great Place to Work, we are committed to redefining private air travel. Our nearly 6,000-strong team of aviation experts and enthusiasts is dedicated to delivering excellence to our guests and communities, and it starts with taking care of our team. Signature provides a variety of benefits, programs, and resources to support our team members' overall well-being and professional development. We proudly volunteer and give back, focusing on elevating the neighborhoods where we operate, empowering the next generation of aviation professionals, and supporting our veterans. From your health to your financial wellness, there are several benefits for you and your family when joining Signature Aviation.

Our benefits include :

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or other protected characteristics.