2nd Shift Aircraft Maintenance Technician – Growth & Benefits

West Star Aviation Inc.; East Alton (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays & PTO accruals

Weekly pay

Shift differential

Job summary

West Star Aviation Inc. in East Alton, IL is hiring an Aircraft Maintenance Technician for 2nd shift. The role involves mechanical work on aircraft, diagnostics of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and routine inspections.

You will work on a diverse fleet in a fast-paced hangar environment. Required are airframe or powerplant licenses, with airframe preferred, and 0–2 years of aviation maintenance experience for AMT I; more experience for higher levels.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Airframe or Powerplant license required; airframe license preferred.
• 0–2 years aviation maintenance experience for AMT I; 2–4 years for AMT II; 4–6+ for AMT III; 6+ for AMT IV.

Responsibilities

• Perform general mechanical tasks on aircraft and related systems.
• Removal and installation of panels and components.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving aircraft system/component issues.
• De-fueling aircraft.
• Engine removal/installation.
• Operating ground support equipment.
• Inspection and evaluation of the aircraft and components.
• Aircraft movement and assistance in performance runs/taxiing.
• Maintenance and repair of shop facility, equipment and tooling.
• Basic computer skills to navigate manuals and maintenance databases.
• Communicate clearly in English.

Skills

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe license

Powerplant license

Job description

West Star Aviation Inc. in East Alton, IL is hiring an Aircraft Maintenance Technician for 2nd shift. The role involves mechanical work on aircraft, diagnostics of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, and routine inspections.

You will work on a diverse fleet in a fast-paced hangar environment. Required are airframe or powerplant licenses, with airframe preferred, and 0–2 years of aviation maintenance experience for AMT I; more experience for higher levels.