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Aircraft Service Attendants

Bright Outlook

Transportation and Material Moving (53-6032)

Service aircraft with fuel. May de-ice aircraft, refill water and cooling agents, empty sewage tanks, service air and oxygen systems, or clean and polish exterior.

Median Annual Wage

$41,540/yr

Projected Growth (2024-34)

+5.1%

Annual Openings

4

Typical Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Skills & Requirements

Technology (12)

Microsoft Windows

Category: Operating system software | Hot Technology

4.5

Microsoft Office software

Category: Office suite software | Hot Technology | In Demand

4.5

Microsoft Excel

Category: Spreadsheet software | Hot Technology | In Demand

4.5

Microsoft Word

Category: Word processing software | Hot Technology

4.5

Maintenance planning software

Category: Facilities management software

3.0

Maintenance information databases

Category: Facilities management software

3.0

Engine analysis software

Category: Analytical or scientific software

3.0

Computerized aircraft log manager CALM

Category: Information retrieval or search software

3.0

Access Software AIRPAX

Category: Facilities management software

3.0

Technical manual database software

Category: Information retrieval or search software

3.0

Supply system software

Category: Inventory management software

3.0

Maintenance record software

Category: Facilities management software

3.0

Work Styles (21)

Dependability

A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.

2.1

Attention to Detail

A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.

1.4

Social Orientation

A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.

1.0

Cautiousness

A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.

1.0

Innovation

A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on ways to accomplish work.

1.0

Optimism

A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even under difficult circumstances.

1.0

Integrity

A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.

1.0

Stress Tolerance

A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.

1.0

Self-Control

A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.

1.0

Cooperation

A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.

1.0

Empathy

A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feelings at work.

1.0

Sincerity

A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, without concern for personal gain or self-interest.

1.0

Humility

A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.

1.0

Leadership Orientation

A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.

1.0

Perseverance

A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.

1.0

Self-Confidence

A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control one's work-related outcomes.

1.0

Adaptability

A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.

1.0

Initiative

A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may fall outside of one's required work role.

1.0

Tolerance for Ambiguity

A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

1.0

Intellectual Curiosity

A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep understanding of work-related subjects.

1.0

Achievement Orientation

A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.

1.0

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