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Intel Agency (NSA, CIA, FBI, etc)
Unspecified
Unspecified
Aerospace and Aviation
Anchorage, AK (On-Site/Office)
The Deicing Lead operates deicing equipment to remove ice, snow, and other contaminants from aircraft, ensuring safety, compliance, and operational efficiency. This role provides leadership, training, guidance, and oversight to the deicing team, ensuring tasks are completed accurately, on time, and in compliance with company and regulatory standards.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
Skills & Competencies:
Physical & Environmental Requirements:
Job ID
2026-21468
Work Type
On-Site
Company Description
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Work Where it Matters
Pegasus Aviation Services, an Akima company, is not just another aviation contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At Pegasus, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, Pegasus provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, Pegasus delivers efficient, flexible, and safe aviation services as it supports domestic and international passenger and freighter airlines.
As a Pegasus employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
Responsibilities
- Operate all deicing equipment safely and efficiently.
- Conduct and document daily equipment and truck inspections.
- Manage deice fluid operations, including proper mixing, distribution, and testing.
- Lead, supervise, and mentor a team of 4-12 employees, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and on schedule.
- Train and coach new and existing employees on equipment operation, safety procedures, and deicing standards, verifying completion.
- Hold team members accountable for task completion, safety compliance, and operational standards.
- Plan daily operations based on weather forecasts and operational demands.
- Maintain accurate logs, work orders, and safety documentation.
- Serve as a point of contact for other departments and customers during assigned shifts.
- Assist with other Ramp Operations duties as needed.
Qualifications
- Valid U.S. driver's license.
- Minimum age: 18 years.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
- Ability to work in inclement weather and at heights up to 40'.
- Strong leadership, training, and communication skills.
- Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and variable schedules during winter operations.
- Successfully complete pre-employment background check, including FBI fingerprints, criminal history, and drug screening.
- Physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds frequently with assistance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1-3 years deicing experience.
- Prior ramp service experience.
- Prior supervisory or team lead experience preferred.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong leadership, team management, training, and accountability skills.
- Ability to motivate, guide, and enforce standards among team members.
- Problem-solving and decision-making under operational pressure.
- Basic math and documentation skills.
Physical & Environmental Requirements:
- Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions and extreme temperatures.
- Ability to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel, walk, stand, and sit.
- Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
- Noise levels may vary; hearing protection provided as needed.
Job ID
2026-21468
Work Type
On-Site
Company Description
Work Where it Matters
Pegasus Aviation Services, an Akima company, is not just another aviation contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At Pegasus, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, Pegasus provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, Pegasus delivers efficient, flexible, and safe aviation services as it supports domestic and international passenger and freighter airlines.
As a Pegasus employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
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