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Aircraft Fueler

Quick Facts

Median Salary$54,785
Most Common EducationHigh school or GED
Projected 10-Year GrowthN/A
Assessment MatchTake the Assessment

What They Do

An Aircraft Fueler fuels planes and jets at an airport. Operates fuel trucks and equipment and manages specific fuels required for aircraft. Monitors fueling equipment for mechanical problems.


Core Tasks:

  • Collect cash payments from customers, and make change or charge purchases to customers' credit cards, providing customers with receipts.
  • Check tire pressure and levels of fuel, motor oil, transmission, radiator, battery, or other fluids, adding air or fluids as required.
  • Perform minor repairs, such as adjusting brakes, replacing spark plugs, or changing engine oil or filters.
  • Clean parking areas, offices, restrooms, or equipment, and remove trash.
  • Order stock, and price and shelve incoming goods.
  • Sell and install accessories, such as batteries, windshield wiper blades, fan belts, bulbs, or headlamps.
  • Grease and lubricate vehicles or specified units, such as springs, universal joints, or steering knuckles, using grease guns or spray lubricants.
  • Rotate, test, and repair or replace tires.

What to expect as an Aircraft Fueler

1Earn a High school or GED Diploma

55% of people achieve this level of education.

2Gain skills and experience

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3Land a job

489 openings for Aircraft Fuelers

Career Progression

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