A&P Mechanic

USA Jet Airlines; Belleville (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Job summary

USA Jet Airlines, based at Willow Run Airport in Belleville, MI, seeks an experienced A&P Mechanic to overhaul, repair and maintain airframe and powerplant components. You will sign for work performed and support safety programs in a high-demand environment.

The position requires an FAA A&P certificate, strong regulatory knowledge, and English fluency. Travel and training as defined by USA Jet manuals may be required. Candidate should be eligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• FAA A&P certificate required to perform maintenance work.
• Ability to read safety rules, manuals, and maintenance instructions.
• Strong knowledge of applicable regulatory requirements and standards.
• Able to communicate in English and work in time-sensitive environments.

Responsibilities

• Overhaul, maintain and repair airframe components and powerplant per manuals.
• Sign for work accomplished and maintain documentation.
• Perform housekeeping and safety duties as assigned.
• Actively participate in USA Jet Safety Programs and SMS.
• Report safety concerns promptly and follow OSHA standards.
• Follow directions from Lead or Supervisor and complete tasks.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Safety rules interpretation

English fluency

Reading/writing technical docs

Organizational skills

Microsoft Windows/Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

FAA Airframe & Powerplant certificate

Tools

Microsoft Windows

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

Job description

About USA JetWithin the robust framework of Ascent Global Logistics, USA Jet consistently delivers crucial time-sensitive airlift services, reinforcing the supply chains of esteemed customer partners. Based at Willow Run Airport in Belleville, MI, with over 44 years of service in domestic and U.S. to Canada, Mexico and South America cargo transportation, USA Jet is recognized as a trailblazer in the North American air cargo industry.Our Guiding PrinciplesAt the core of Ascent's culture is a strong commitment to excellence, driven by the passion and dedication of every team member. We're equally dedicated to going above and beyond for our customers, ensuring this commitment extends beyond our team and brings exceptional value to those we serve. We aim for perfect execution in everything we do and ‘play hard’ by creating an environment where tasks are performed with a can-do attitude from start to finish. We ‘play smart’ by delivering on our commitments in an honest, fair and ethical manner. We treat every person with whom we interface with the utmost dignity and respect. We understand that our teammates are our most valuable assets, so we ‘play together’ by making every effort to provide a professional and enjoyable experience, enabling careers to flourish and personal growth to be achieved.What You’ll DoA&P Mechanics report directly to Lead Mechanics or Maintenance Supervisor while at the USA Jet Main Maintenance Base. At an outstation, A&P Mechanics report to Maintenance Control.Overhaul, maintain and repair airframe components, powerplant, aircraft communication equipment, and associated components in accordance with USA Jet manuals, Manufacturer's manuals, Bulletins, and Orders.Required to sign for work accomplished.In performing your duties, are required to be constantly alert for defective, worn, or failed parts as well as safe working conditions.May be assigned to such housekeeping duties as policing your work area or repair and maintenance of Company property.Responsible to actively participate in USA Jet Safety Programs and SMS.Required to report all safety concerns in a timely manner.Required to ensure that you and your co-workers are performing all functions in the safest possible manner.Required to follow the standards of the Occupational Safety and Health organization with legal authority at the location at which they are working.Perform all tasks as assigned by your Lead or Supervisor.What You’ll BringHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED)Must hold a current FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificateKnowledge of all applicable regulatory requirementsAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manualsAbility to remain calm during adverse conditionsAbility to think and react quickly with a sense of urgency to time-sensitive problem situationsDetailed organizational skillsExperience in Microsoft Windows, Word, Outlook and Excel preferredAbility to read, write, and speak English fluentlyEligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorshipValid and Current PassportAbility to travel without restriction in and out of the U.S.Ability to complete the training and qualification requirements as defined in USA Jet approved/accepted manualsAscent’s Competitive Benefits401(k) and employer matchingLife InsuranceHealth, Dental, Vision InsuranceShort- & Long-Term DisabilityPaid Time Off (PTO)Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Parental LeaveEmployee Wellness ProgramPaid HolidaysEmployee Recognition ProgramsFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Tuition ReimbursementHealth Savings Account (HSA)Overtime, Differential, Trip & Bonus PayAdditional ConsiderationsSuccessfully candidates must pass an initial, and random, Drug and Alcohol screening process as required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and a fingerprint based criminal history records check and/or Security Threat Assessment (STA) as required by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).Employment is not contingent upon COVID-19 vaccination status.May be required to work near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions.Noise level may be moderate to loud when aircraft is taxiing in the area.While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to:Walk, sit, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach/handle itemsWork with their hands and toolsTalk and hear others in conversations via phone or in personWhile performing the duties of the job, the employee is occasionally required to: lift and/or move items up 50-100 pounds.Vision abilities required:Close visionDistance visionColor vision