Aircraft Appearance Technician - DEN

Are you a Southwest Employee?Current Southwest Employees should apply for jobs using the internal My Career & Referrals portal.Open My Career & Referrals PortalBack to search resultsPrevious job Next jobDepartmentJOB DESCRIPTIONTechnical OperationsOur Company PromiseWe are committed to provide our Employees a stable work environment with equal opportunity for learning and personal growth. Creativity and innovation are encouraged for improving the effectiveness of Southwest Airlines. Above all, Employees will be provided the same concern, respect, and caring attitude within the organization that they are expected to share externally with every Southwest Customer.Job DescriptionPay & Benefits:Pay of $21.62 to $21.62 per hour*. With the opportunity for future increase per applicable collective bargaining agreement wage scale. Opportunities for overtime and shift premiums.Benefits You’ll LoveFly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too) Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan with Company contributions up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings***Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan- when Southwest profits, you profit***Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents (including pets)Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You will have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan with coverage retroactively available to your first day of employmentExplore more Benefits you’ll love: https://careers.southwestair.com/benefitsWant to help keep our planes clean, safe, and ready to fly? Aircraft Appearance Technicians at Southwest clean the inside and outside of airplanes, replace seat covers and aisle rugs, and tidy up tools and work areas. They work in places like the hangar where our planes are parked and maintained, or they work on the ramp, where planes are parked for Customers to board for takeoff. They also drive vehicles to move equipment and follow safety rules to protect our Teams and Customers. This role is great for someone who enjoys working around aircraft, staying active, and being part of a Team that helps flights run safely and on time. Check out what a day as an Appearance Technician is like: swa.is/DayWithAppearanceTechAdditional detailsThis role is part of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which means pay, schedules, and other job details are set through an agreement with the labor union. Work schedules are based on seniority and may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays. There may be times when mandatory overtime is required to support flight operations, but there are also opportunities to trade shifts and find a schedule that works for you. U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available. We’re committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.ResponsibilitiesThe work of the Appearance Technician shall include, but not be limited toCleaning, washing, and polishing the interior and exterior of airplanes, airplane parts, maintenance equipment, shops, and hangarsReplacement of aircraft seat covers and aisle rugs on service checks, turnarounds, or through-flightsThe driving of motor vehicles, when necessary, in connection with the work of an Appearance TechnicianCarry out safety and/or security initiatives as directed by Southwest Airlines or the FAAMust be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed in this descriptionMay perform other job duties as directed by Employee's LeadersKnowledge, Skills, And AbilitiesMust be able to read documents, follow instructions, learn, and understand operations procedures, rules, and regulationsMust be able to perform well in a fast-paced environment, subject to adverse weather conditions, including extreme heat or extreme cold, as well as aircraft noiseMust be able to be alert to moving vehicles or aircraft and use radio equipment as neededMust be able to communicate information and instructions in writing, verbally, or via radio equipment, as neededMust be capable of being trained on, as well as, operating a forklift and a tugMust be capable of being trained on, as well as, operating scissor and boom lifts at heights of up to 40 feetMust be able to easily climb up and down ladders, stairs, and stands while cleaning the interior and/or exterior of the aircraft, including times while washing and waxing the aircraftMust be able to work rotating shifts, holidays, and overtimeEducationRequired: High School Diploma or GEDExperienceLicensing/CertificationMust possess and maintain a valid U.S. Driver's LicenseMust have the ability to obtain a SIDA badge and meet local airport requirementsPhysical AbilitiesMust be able to work well in confined areas, reach, and stand for long periods of time while washing and waxing the aircraftMust be able to climb, kneel, squat, and sit in order to replace aircraft carpet and seat covers, and while performing cleaning tasks and other dutiesMust be able to lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basisOther QualificationsMust maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelinesMust be a U.S. citizen or have the authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986Must be at least 18 years of ageMust be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelinesPay amount does not guarantee employment for any particular period of time.401(k) match contributions are subject to the plan’s vesting schedule and applicable IRS limitsProfitSharing contributions are subject to plan’s vesting schedule and are made at the discretion of the Company.Pay Rate$21.62Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Please print/save this job description because it won't be available after you apply.Job Posting End Date05/07/2026Apply nowEmail This Job ToSuccess.Your email is on its way...Failure!Email has not sent