A&P Mechanic Apprentice (Part 121)

Everts Air; Chena Ridge (AK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group Medical/Vision/Dental/Life

401k Retirement Match

Paid Holidays

Floating Holiday

Paid Time Off

Jury Duty Pay

Employee Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Everts Air in Anchorage, AK is seeking an A&P Apprentice to gain hands-on experience while maintaining a diverse fleet of aircraft, including MD-80s, DC-9s, DC-6s, and C-46s.

You will work under supervision to accumulate on‑the‑job training hours toward an Airframe and/or Powerplant license, with possible assistance for testing fees. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM and full-time status.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Drug test and Airport Background Check.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain company aircraft under supervision of a mechanic or repairman.
• Assist with replacement, installation, maintenance, and repair of aircraft components.
• Use hand and power tools to adjust wiring, piping, tubing, and panels.
• Support with tools, supplies, cleanliness, and material handling.
• Participate in assembly/disassembly of machinery and equipment.
• Clean and lubricate machinery and equipment.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring equipment

Job description

• Location 6111 Lockheed Avenue,Anchorage, AK, 99502,United States
• Base Pay $25.00 / Hour
• Job Category Maintenance (121), Aviation, Mechanic
• Employee Type Regular Full Time
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name Rosemary Kauffman
• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

What Makes This a Great Opportunity?

Kickstart your aviation maintenance career with Everts Air! As an A&P Apprentice, you’ll gain valuable hands‑on experience working alongside skilled A&P Mechanics and Repairmen while maintaining a diverse fleet of aircraft, including the MD-80, DC-9, DC-6, and C-46. This opportunity provides practical on‑the‑job training, exposure to a variety of aircraft maintenance operations, and the ability to accumulate experience toward obtaining your Airframe and/or Powerplant certification. With a consistent weekday schedule, competitive benefits, and potential assistance with certification testing fees, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to develop your technical skills and build a long‑term career in aviation maintenance.

Job Summary:

The A&P Apprentice is responsible for assisting with the maintenance of company aircraft, including Douglas MD-80s, Curtiss-Wright C-46s, Douglas DC-9, Douglas DC-6 and performing general hangar cleaning under the direct supervision of the assigned Mechanic or Repairman. The assigned A&P or Repairman will provide back-sign as proof of supervision, as per 14 CFR Part 43.3(d). A&P Apprentices are expected to accumulate substantial on‑the‑job (OJT) training hours or complete their own college coursework in order to test for an Airframe and/or Powerplant license. Payment for testing fees is available, subject to certain restrictions.

Compensation:$25.00 p/hr
Schedule: M-F 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Employment Type: Regular Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Essential Functions:

• Ensure that all assigned tasks are carried out in accordance with the policies and procedures outlined in the General Maintenance Manual. Stay updated by reviewing Maintenance Bulletins and Memos as they are released.
• Aid A&P Mechanics and Repairmen in the replacement, installation, maintenance, and repair of aircraft components.
• Utilize hand tools or power tools to adjust, connect/disconnect wiring, piping, tubing, panels, and other aircraft parts.
• Support coworkers by providing tools and supplies, maintaining cleanliness in work areas, and assisting with holding materials or tools.
• Take part in the assembly and disassembly of machinery, equipment, components, and parts.
• Carry out tasks such as cleaning and lubricating machinery, equipment, instruments, tools, work areas, and other objects using power tools and cleaning equipment.
• Position vehicles, machinery, equipment, physical structures, and other objects for assembly or installation using hand tools, power tools, and moving equipment.
• Assist with preheating, deicing, aircraft launch and recovery, servicing, fluids, snow removal, and hangar recovery.
• Maintain company-required qualifications and recurrent training.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Must be able to pass a Drug Test and Airport Background Check.
• Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts as required by operational needs.
• Proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment.
• Proficient in computer literacy with experience in Microsoft Office Suite preferred. preferred.

Benefits Packet Includes:

• Group Medical/Vision/Dental/Life Insurance Coverage
• 401k Retirement Match Savings Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Floating Holiday
• Paid Time Off
• Jury Duty Pay
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program

Everts Air is a drug- and alcohol-free workplace committed to equal employment opportunities, fair and transparent pay practices, and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Due to the nature of our operations, some roles may require background checks and compliance with federal aviation security standards.