2nd-Shift Aircraft Maintenance Tech: Premium Pay & 3-Day Weekends

West Star Aviation Inc.; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium 10-15%

Paid lunch

3 day weekends

Medical insurance

401K match

Paid time off

Weekly pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation Inc. seeks an Aircraft Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift in Chattanooga, TN. The role covers electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, inspections, and ongoing growth within a dedicated MRO team.

The position offers a Mon-Thurs schedule (3pm-1am) with a 10-15% shift premium, paid lunch, and a path to transfer to the 1st shift after 3 years. Ideal candidates hold an Airframe or Powerplant license with relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Airframe or Powerplant license required; Airframe license preferred.
• 0–2 years aviation maintenance experience.
• 2–4 years aviation maintenance experience; corporate aircraft preferred.
• 4–6+ years aviation maintenance experience; full knowledge of maintenance tasks.
• 6+ years aviation maintenance experience; subject matter expert on corporate platforms.

Responsibilities

• Perform general mechanical tasks on aircraft and related systems.
• Remove and install panels and components.
• Troubleshoot and resolve aircraft system issues.
• De-fuel aircraft.
• Engine removal and installations.
• Operate ground support equipment.
• Inspect and evaluate the aircraft and components.
• Assist with aircraft movement and performance runs.
• Maintain shop facilities, equipment and tooling.
• Navigate electronic manuals and maintenance data bases; communicate in English.

Education

Airframe license

Powerplant license

Job description

West Star Aviation Inc. seeks an Aircraft Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift in Chattanooga, TN. The role covers electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, inspections, and ongoing growth within a dedicated MRO team.

The position offers a Mon-Thurs schedule (3pm-1am) with a 10-15% shift premium, paid lunch, and a path to transfer to the 1st shift after 3 years. Ideal candidates hold an Airframe or Powerplant license with relevant experience.