A&P Mechanic

West Air Inc; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

West Air Inc. in Fresno, CA seeks an A&P Mechanic to maintain aircraft airframes and engines in compliance with FAA standards. You will troubleshoot electrical and avionics circuits, use test equipment, and perform scheduled maintenance on Cessna Caravan 208B.

Requires HS Diploma or equivalent and FAA A&P license. Must provide own hand tools, be able to travel, and work overtime as needed. California driver’s license and background checks required.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent is required.
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Responsibilities

• Maintain aircraft airframes and powerplants to FAA standards.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical and avionics circuits using test equipment.
• Perform routine, preventive and scheduled maintenance on Cessna Caravan 208B.
• Collaborate with pilots, engineers and maintenance personnel.
• Able to lift heavy objects and travel for O/T when needed.

Skills

Electrical systems

Avionics

Sheet metal

Power tools

Troubleshooting

Education

HS Diploma or equivalen t

FAA Airframe and Powerplant License

Tools

Aircraft hand tools

Measuring tools

Micrometer

Calipers

Job description

Description

A&P Mechanic is a certified professional responsible for maintaining aircraft airframes and powerplants. They ensure that all aircraft systems, including engines, hydraulics, avionics, and structural components meet FAA safety and regulatory standards. Performs routine, preventive and scheduled maintenance and repairs on Cessna Caravan 208B aircraft. This role is critical for safe and efficient aviation operations, often requiring collaboration with pilots, engineers, and maintenance. Troubleshoot and repair aircraft electrical and avionics circuits using common test equipment, sheet metal experience helpful. .

Position will include troubleshoot and repair aircraft electrical and avionics circuits using common test equipment, sheet metal experience helpful. Turboprop experience helpful, must be able to utilize sketches, shop aids, and other measuring devices such as micrometer and calipers. Experience with power hand tools needed. Computer knowledge a plus, maybe working with solvents and polishing compounds.

This position involves heavy lifting and standing up to 8 hours daily, must be available for overtime when needed, self-starter, work independently, and ability to work in various conditions, including hangers or field locations. Must be open to travel and possible overnight stays when needed.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant License is required.
• Must provide own aircraft hand tools
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening and Department of Justice and Criminal History background screening.
• Valid California Driver's License with a clear DMV report
• Valid Passport (not required but encouraged)