A&P Mechanic

Jobot; Truckee (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced FAA-certified A&P Mechanic to perform maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repair on Cirrus and other piston-powered aircraft in Truckee, CA. The ideal candidate brings hands-on GA maintenance experience, with avionics and electrical troubleshooting skills preferred.

This on-site, permanent role offers the opportunity to work with Cirrus SR-series aircraft, read manuals and wiring diagrams, document work, and ensure compliance with FAA regulations.

Qualifications

• FAA A&P certificate required.
• Hands-on maintenance experience with piston/general aviation aircraft.
• Experience working on Cirrus SR-series (SR20/SR22) highly preferred.
• Avionics and electrical troubleshooting experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on Cirrus and other piston-powered aircraft.
• Inspect aircraft and components for wear, damage, corrosion, leaks.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and avionics-related issues.
• Assist with 100-hour and annual inspections as applicable.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and ensure FAA-compliant documentation.

Skills

Piston/general aviation maintenance

Avionics troubleshooting

Electrical/system diagnostics

Attention to detail

Education

FAA A&P Certificate

Tools

Garmin avionics systems

Cirrus SR-series knowledge

Wiring diagrams

Job description

A&P Mechanic

$35 - $40 per hour | Truckee, CA | On-site | Permanent

A&P Mechanic Opportunity / $35-$40 Per Hour Depending On Experience

A bit about us:

We provide unscheduled maintenance, O2 service, engine pre-heat service, annual inspections, and much more. We work closely with engine and propeller shops to provide you with options on overhaul/replacement of parts. We also offer avionics services, transponder and pitot static system 24 month checks per FAR 91.411 and 91.413 under our FAA Limited Repair Station Certification, CRS#: 5IER221D.

We are an Authorized Cirrus Service Center and Cirrus parts distributor. We are also a dealer for Garmin, TRIG and APPAREO

Why join us?

We're the most advanced flight school in the country, and we are the only Cirrus Training Center operating in the Tahoe region. The Cirrus aircraft is the best-selling general aviation aircraft in the world because of its unrivaled safety.

Job Details

A&P Mechanic - Piston Aircraft / Cirrus / Avionics

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced FAA-certified A&P Mechanic to perform maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair on Cirrus and other piston-powered aircraft. The ideal candidate will have strong general aviation maintenance experience, with additional experience in avionics, electrical troubleshooting, and/or Cirrus aircraft highly preferred.

This position is ideal for a hands-on aircraft mechanic who takes pride in performing safe, accurate, and high-quality maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on Cirrus and other piston-powered aircraft.
• Conduct aircraft inspections, preventive maintenance, repairs, and component replacements.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, electrical, and avionics-related issues.
• Perform engine, fuel, ignition, hydraulic, landing gear, flight control, and electrical system maintenance.
• Assist with 100-hour and annual inspections as applicable.
• Inspect aircraft and components for wear, damage, corrosion, leaks, and other discrepancies.
• Remove, install, adjust, and repair aircraft components and systems.
• Perform operational and functional checks following maintenance.
• Interpret aircraft maintenance manuals, wiring diagrams, technical publications, and manufacturer documentation.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and properly document work performed.
• Ensure maintenance is completed in accordance with applicable FAA regulations and approved technical data.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment.
• Collaborate with other technicians, inspectors, pilots, and maintenance leadership to efficiently return aircraft to service.

Qualifications

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate required.
• Previous hands-on maintenance experience with piston/general aviation aircraft.
• Experience working on Cirrus aircraft such as the SR20 and SR22 is highly preferred.
• Avionics and electrical troubleshooting experience is highly preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Comfortable performing hands-on aircraft maintenance in a fast-paced shop or hangar environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to aircraft safety and quality.

Preferred Experience

• Cirrus SR-series aircraft
• Single-engine and multi-engine piston aircraft
• Garmin avionics systems
• Aircraft electrical and avionics troubleshooting
• Annual and 100-hour inspections
• General aviation maintenance
• Engine troubleshooting and maintenance
• Aircraft modifications and component installations

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.