Aircraft Tech

Aviation Technology Associates (AVTECH Global) is looking for an Aircraft Tech.

Pay Rate: $25.66 to $37.86 per hour (depending on experience, location, etc.)

Job Type: Full-time, Contract

Contract Duration: 12 months (w/opportunity for extension)

Benefits:

• coverage of up to one-half of employee's medical insurance premium for a base plan • eight (8) paid holidays • per diem split (if qualified) • three (3) sets of uniforms (if applicable) • opportunity to become a direct hire after ninety (90) days • 401(k) with matching

Experience/Education:

• High School diploma/GED. • Experience requirement ranges from having a FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate or two (2) years of aviation maintenance experience to having a FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate and four (4) years aviation maintenance experience to include three (3) years of experience working on mid/large size aircraft.

Unique Skills:

• Valid driver's license may be required. • Participation in a DOT/FAA drug and alcohol program may be required.

Purpose:

Performs or assists with inspections, maintenance, and repairs on aircraft systems and structures.

Level I Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Communicate as required to receive and understand work assignments. • Perform basic aircraft inspections, repairs, and modifications under close supervision. • Assist with movement of aircraft as required. • Properly complete CMP cards, work order sign-offs, and other paperwork in a timely manner. • Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications. • Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment. • Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely. • Follow standard operating procedures when operating ground support equipment (external power carts, hydraulic power units, hydraulic lift platforms, forklifts, compressed gas cylinders, etc.) • Ensure all customer property is properly protected. • Use material tracking system to create parts demand, and to charge labor to Work Orders, items, and squawks. • Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic and de-icing fluids, and solvent rags. • Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered. • Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment. Return items to designated storage area after use. • Comply with safety rules and procedures. Use protective equipment as required and be alert for unsafe conditions. Address and report unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk. • In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required.