Swissport

Global airport ground handling and cargo

Fueling Agent

Truck & Heavy Vehicle DrivingUpdated on Nov 10

Full-timeRosemont, IL, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A valid driver’s license is required.
The ability to work in a time-sensitive, multiple-shift, team-oriented environment is required.
The candidate must be dependable and able to take direction from supervisors to service customers safely and on time.
General math aptitude is required.
A good command of spoken and written English is required.
The candidate must be willing to work in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Provide contracted fueling services, including aircraft fueling and defueling, vehicle fueling, and operation of motorized and non-motorized fueling equipment.
Receive, store, transfer, and dispense petroleum fuel products.
Operate motorized fueling vehicles, including fuel tanker trucks with standard and automatic transmissions.
Operate non-motorized fueling vehicles, including hydrant carts.
Fuel and defuel aircraft according to flight crew and flight plan requirements.
Inspect fueling equipment and vehicles and report malfunctions or inconsistencies.
Perform accurate fueling calculations.
Fuel ground support equipment using gasoline or diesel as required.
Interact with carrier personnel.
Use handheld radios, telephones, and computers for communication.
Complete and submit documentation associated with fueling activities.
Respond to fuel emergencies, such as fuel spills, using an emergency response cart and following established environmental and company guidelines.
Comply with federal, state, municipal, airport authority, and carrier security requirements.
Comply with Swissport standard operating procedures and policies.

Are you ready to take flight in a dynamic and fast-paced aviation industry? As a global leader in aviation services, Swissport provides Ground Handling, Cargo Handling, and Passenger Services to over 300 million passengers annually. Our mission is simple – “To provide the aviation industry with consistent and tailor-made solutions around the globe, for a better customer experience.” 

We believe that our people are what differentiates us from our competition. At Swissport, we are driven by our core values of Show You Care, Do the Right Things and Win as a Team, and we are currently seeking dedicated individuals, who align with these values, to join our team at various locations across the globe. 

Job summary

Fueling Agent provides all necessary and required fueling services as contracted by the customer to include, but not be limited to, aircraft fueling/de-fueling, vehicle fueling and operation of motorized/non-motorized fueling equipment.

The expected pay rate is $23/hr. Full-time employees are offered a range of health and wellness benefits as well as 401(k) with company match paid vacation time, sick time, and company paid holidays.

Your activities

Receive, store, transfer, and dispense petroleum fuel products
Operate motorized fueling vehicles (fuel tank trucks, standard and automatic transmissions)
Operate non-motorized fueling vehicles (hydrant carts)
Fuel and de-fuel aircraft per flight crew/flight plan requirements
Inspect fueling equipment and vehicles – report malfunctions or inconsistencies
Perform accurate fueling calculations
Fuel ground support equipment (gasoline or diesel) as required
Interact with carrier personnel
Utilize hand-held radios, telephones and computers for communication
Complete and submit all documentation associated with fueling activities
Respond to fuel emergencies (i.e. fuel spills) utilizing emergency response cart and follow established environmental/company guidelines
Comply with all federal, state, municipal, airport authority and carrier security requirements
Must comply with Swissport SOPs and policies

Your profile

Valid driver’s license
Ability to work in a time-sensitive, multiple shift, and team-oriented environment
Must be dependable and able to take direction from supervisors to service the customer safely and on-time General math aptitude
Good command of the English language both verbal and written
Must be willing to work in all weather conditions

What we offer

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

At Swissport, we believe in diversity, equal opportunity, and the power of our values to drive our success. We are committed to providing a workplace that fosters inclusion and where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Visit our website at www.careers.swissport.com to learn more about Life at Swissport.

Join Swissport today and be part of a team that connects the world of aviation!

About the Company

Swissport

Global airport ground handling and cargo

Swissport is the world’s largest provider of airport ground services and a major player in air cargo handling. It delivers the behind-the-scenes work that keeps flights moving, including baggage handling, de-icing, passenger services support, ramp operations, aircraft servicing, and cargo logistics, at hundreds of airports across 44 countries. Its products and services work by offering an integrated suite of ground handling solutions that airport operators and airlines outsource to ensure timely, safe, and efficient turnaround of aircraft and cargo. Swissport differentiates itself through scale, an extensive global network, and a history of mergers and acquisitions that have built a broad, standardized service offering and deep operational expertise across markets. The company’s goal is to be the leading, globally connected provider of ground handling and cargo services, helping airlines run smooth operations and minimize turnaround times even under challenging conditions.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Acquired
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Zurich, Switzerland
Founded: 1997

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