Aircraft Maintenance Technician

• Perform general mechanical functions on aircraft and related systems. This shall include, but not be limited to items such as removal and installation of panels and components, repair work and sheet metal repair or installation.
• Troubleshooting and evaluation of systems on the aircraft when designated.
• Inspection and evaluation of the aircraft and components when designated.
• Aircraft movement, assistance in performance runs and taxiing when required.
• Maintenance and repair of shop facility, equipment and tooling when required.
• Work independently on projects or lead small projects when directed by Team Leader.
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.
• Attendance.

Responsibility:

• Must perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.
• Follow all company and safety rules during the performance of duties.
• Maintain customer oriented work habits.
• Direct the work and flow of small projects.

Contacts:

• Other technicians in turbine service or other departments.
• Team Leader of team assigned and Director of Maintenance.
• Company sales representatives.
• Customers and / or outside vendors.

Supervision:

• Will work under supervision of assigned Team Leader and Director of Maintenance.
• May be directed to supervise other technicians in specific jobs.
• Work with minimal supervision when required.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Airframe and Powerplant License.
• Aircraft specific factory training preferred.
• Airframe and Powerplant license minimum.
• 5 – 10 years prior experience on aircraft maintenance preferred.
• 3 – 5 years turbine aircraft experience.

Initiative:

• Self-motivated  and able to maintain a rapid pace.
• Ability to process work with minimum supervision
• Ability to provide incentive to other Team Leaders.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Routine walking, bending and squatting or sitting.
• Routine or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.

 Mental Requirements:

• Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.
• Ability to troubleshoot or evaluate system operation.
• Ability to work with others in a professional manner.
• Ability to coordinate project.
• Team management skills.

Working Conditions:

• The majority of work will be accomplished in a heated hangar.
• Work outside during aircraft runs will occur.
• Varied positions in and around the aircraft.

Equipment Used:

• Personal hand tools supplied by the mechanic.
• Pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical equipment.
• Jacks, stands, lifts and other support devices.
• Tugs, power carts and other engine powered equipment.
• Personal computer and work order prints.