Airframe Powerplant Technician Weekends

**First and Second shift positions are available**

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs routine inspections or special maintenance to prevent failures of aircraft mechanical systems and components; performs complete operations checks on hydraulic systems pneumatic systems plumbing precision assemblies rigging and controls etc.
• Determines when a component should be repaired or replaced; decides upon necessary repair scheme quantity and type of parts needed to accomplish proper repair; secures necessary parts from Stores or departmental supplies.
• Repairs reworks and modifies worn or defective assemblies making alterations or changes to units when necessary.
• Follows approved maintenance procedures for subject component or system consulting internal procedures that have been FAA approved original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) technical data and work package instructions.
• Consults the Maintenance Lead if technical assistance is needed during the repair process.
• Inspects completed work before sign off to identify any needed rework; performs rework; ensures that repaired components meet prescribed standards and tolerances.
• Performs serviceability tests on repaired components/systems using test equipment specified by the original equipment manufacturer.
• Completes work package documentation by signing/stamping after finishing all designated operations.
• Submits completed/inprogress work to Maintenance Lead for review; submits to Quality Assurance for final/inprogress inspection and recertification of airworthiness.
• Provides supervisor with performance statistics and other operational data as requested.
• Properly accounts for time and materials used in all inspection and maintenance activities.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education:

• High School/ GED
• A&P

Experience:

Required:. A & P License; minimum 2 to 5 years experience with small aircraft/ general aviation trained in one aircraft type; proficient and demonstrated skill with the aircraft.

• Several years or actual and recent depot level aircraft maintenance and repair experience is required (repair of mechanical systems components hydraulics pneumatics plumbing rigging etc.; proficiency with interpretation of original equipment manufacturers technical data or work package instructions; experience using power or pneumatic hand tools.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Assignments require Standard Knowledge of a Technical Area.
• Rapid learning and application of new information and concepts within the Technical Area begins to take place at this level.
• Performs moderately complex Technical Assignments.
• Assists Advanced Level Technicians on more complex technical assignments.
• Knowledge of machines and tools including their uses repairs and maintenance.
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service.
• Skilled with repairing troubleshooting installing and equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of FAA requirements for aircraft maintenance procedures
• Ability to interpret and comprehend manufacturer and FAA approved work package instructions; ability to inspect and install parts/components.

Working Conditions / Environment/ Special Requirements

• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including OSHA EPA State and Federal regulations.
• As required by the position must have the ability to wear a respirator as per OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 Respirator Protection regulations with no restrictions that would prevent the proper use and/or seal of the respirator.
• Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required
• Employees will be subject to the random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations

GENERAL COMMITMENT FOR ALL EMPLOYEES

• Commitment to company values and complies with department norms policies directives and procedures.
• Incorporates Lean and P3E processes and concepts into daily activities.
• Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
• Honors and protects confidential and proprietary documents and information.
• Satisfies work schedule requirements.
• The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Performs other duties as assigned.