Aircraft Mechanic Helper AIS Crestview, FL

Key Responsibilities:

• May be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records. Prioritizes workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects.
• Adjusts and replaces parts such as control cables fuel tanks spark plugs tires batteries and filters using mechanics tools.
• Removes inspection plates cowling engine covers floorboards and related items to provide access for inspection and repair and replaces items when work is completed.
• Disconnects instruments ignition systems fuel and oil lines.
• Assists in dismantling repairing overhauling or replacing parts and assemblies such as engines plumbing and hydraulic systems and aircraft structural sections.
• Performs routine duties such as furnishing materials tools and supplies to mechanic lifting and holding materials in place during operation cleaning work areas and machines tools and equipment.
• Cleans aircraft interior and exterior parts and assemblies with solvents or other cleaning solutions.
• Inflates tires fills gasoline tanks and oil reservoirs and greases aircraft using grease gun.
• May assist flight line mechanic in servicing and repairing aircraft prior to flight.
• Perform other job-related duties as may be assigned

Knowledge & Skills:

• Possess a valid US State drivers license.
• Ability to read and interpret data is required.
• Ability to read write speak and understand English.
• Ability to obtain a secret security clearance.
• Must be able to pass background check and drug screening

Experience & Education:

• High School degree or equivalent required.
• Completion of specialized courses in aircraft structural mechanical or electrical repair is desired.
• Current FAA Airframe & Power plant (A&P) Certification a plus

Physical Requirements / Working Environment:

• May work in Aircraft maintenance hangar or outside.
• May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances including extreme weather conditions.
• May be exposed to extreme noise from turbine and jet engine aircraft.
• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles; may be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts vehicles or aircraft.
• Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain periods throughout the day.
• Must be able to climb stairs ramps ladders and work stands.
• Must be able to crouch crawl grasp or handle objects use finger dexterity bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to see aircraft in flight read dials/gauges identify small objects and hand tools.
• Must be able to see imperfections micrometer readings and other small scales.
• Must be able to communicate by voice and detect sound by ear.
• Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.
• May be required to operate power vehicles machinery hand tools ground support equipment forklift APU etc.

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