Reports to: Station Manager
Repair and maintain components used for aircraft airframes and powerplant. Inspect aircraft engines, landing gear, instruments, pressurized sections, accessories-brakes, valves, pumps, and air-conditioning systems. Maintain records related to maintenance performed on the aircraft. Mechanics may also repair sheet metal or composite surfaces. Mechanics rely on the pilots’ description of a problem to find and fix faulty equipment.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Ability to maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times
- Knowledge of computers
- General knowledge of federal regulations
- Ability to read and understand engineering blueprints/drawings
- Ability to read and understand aircraft wiring diagrams
- Ability to legally operate a motorized vehicle
- Perform routine inspections and troubleshooting, including airframe structures, engines, aircraft system
- Perform all airframe, power plant repairs and modifications required to meet company and FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) requirements
- Removal and disassembly of defective parts; assembly and installation of replacement parts; and testing aircraft systems
- Operate all power tools and equipment necessary to accomplish job assignments
- Complete all required maintenance records
- Accurately record time worked on work order
- Interpret technical manuals, drawings, and blueprints
- Tow and park aircraft
- Perform other aircraft maintenance work as may be required
*Noise and vibration are common when engines are on, so ear protection is necessary
**Working conditions: A&P Mechanics usually work outdoors, sometimes in unpleasant weather. ***Mechanics often work under time pressure to maintain flight schedules to keep from inconveniencing customers. At the same time, mechanics have a tremendous responsibility to maintain safety standards.
Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this position. These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties, and skills required of an employee in this position. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
Aircraft maintenance: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
Airframe and Powerplant License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Palm Springs, CA 92262 (Required)
Work Location: In person
