As a crane operator, you will manage operations in the Transhipment hangar, A320 Final Assembly Line, Final Phase hangars, and A220 FAL. You will be responsible for receiving and delivering major aircraft components using various overhead crane configurations and lifting devices.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy aircraft tow tugs for moving aircraft into and out of various hangars in support of pre-Final Operational Testing.
• Ensure aircraft system readiness and proper configuration for towing operations, cargo loading, mooring, electrical power connections, ventilation, and cabin access as per the Aircraft Maintenance Manual (AMM).
• Coordinate logistical support for cannibalization, reallocation, out-of-sequence requests of aircraft materials, and return of sea transport jigs.
• Operate heavy equipment to load/unload shipping containers of MCAs using a 30k forklift.
• Support unloading of MCAs from sea jigs at heights of 20-30 feet using articulating man lifts or scissor lifts.
• Perform fueling activities for ground support equipment (GSE) using portable fuel tanks.
• Adhere to policies for accurate recording of completed work and work-in-progress using daily job cards.
• Notify affected parties when clerical errors are discovered or documentation is incomplete.
• Use Standard Operating Instructions (SOIs) to perform tasks and document any discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date training records for EHS and SAP.
• Complete required daily pre-operational inspections of GSE.

• Heavy equipment operation
• Crane operation
• Forklift operation
• 3+ years of experience working with overhead cranes or heavy equipment

• Experience with forklift operation is considered

Enjoy a long-term, stable opportunity in a state-of-the-art, climate-controlled facility. Benefit from 100 paid benefits, quarterly and year-end bonuses, and no requirement to bring personal tools.

Work Environment

Aircraft Manufacturing Facility

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mobile, Alabama.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.50 - $18.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Mobile,AL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2025.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.