A&P Mechanic (Part 121)

Jimmy Jazz; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision/Dental/Life Insurance

401k Retirement Match

Paid Holidays

Floating Holiday

Paid Time Off

Jury Duty Pay

Employee Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Everts Air in the United States is seeking a skilled Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic to perform maintenance on company aircraft for safe and reliable flights. You will work under FAR requirements and certifications, ensuring airworthiness and compliance with strict standards.

Responsibilities include heavy checks, troubleshooting, engine and system repairs, and documentation. The role requires ability to interpret manuals, drawings, and engineering publications, with on-call availability as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Must be able to pass a Drug Test and Airport Background Check.
• Must be available to work nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts as required by operational needs.
• Strong working knowledge of FAA regulations, Part 121 maintenance requirements, and airworthiness standards.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, engineering drawings, and repair specifications.
• Proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on company aircraft for safe and reliable flights.
• Perform heavy checks, service checks, line maintenance, pre-flights, and troubleshooting.
• Repair or alter aircraft systems including engines, flight controls, fuel, hydraulics, landing gear, and structure.
• Follow drawings and manuals for modifications; read and interpret publications.
• Service, adjust, calibrate, and test aircraft systems and engines.
• Remove/install engines and propellers; inspect parts for wear and defects.
• Tow, taxi, and run engine as qualified; de-ice, refuel, and launch/recover aircraft.
• Maintain documentation of repairs per FARs and tag parts.
• Maintain currency in required training; be available for on-call maintenance.

Skills

FAA regulations knowledge

Maintenance skills

Reading technical manuals

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Precision measuring equipment

Job description

• Base Pay $34.00 / Hour
• Job Category 121 Maintenance, Airframe, Airframe and Powerplant
• Employee Type Regular Full Time
• Manage Others No

Contact information

• Name Tanner Johnston
• Phone [phone]
• Email [e-mail]

Description

Role Summary:

Mechanics will perform maintenance on company aircraft for safe and reliable flights. Mechanics will be familiar with and held accountable for the privileges, limitations, and recency of experience requirements listed in 14 CFR Part 65.81(a), 65.81(b), 65.83, 65.85, and 65.87.

Compensation: Starting at $34.00 p/hr + DOE
Schedule: M-F 8:00AM - 5:00PM
Employment Type: Regular Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Essential Functions:

• Immediately inform supervisor of any discrepancies of unairworthy conditions found during performance of work assigned.
• Perform heavy checks, service checks, line maintenance, pre-flights, and troubleshooting.
• Perform major and minor repairs or alterations to company aircraft including engine systems, flight controls, fuel systems, hydraulic systems, landing gear systems, and structural components.
• Modify aircraft structures, systems, or components by following drawings, engineering, or technical publications.
• Service and maintain aircraft systems. Adjust, align, and calibrate aircraft systems using hand tools, gauges, and test equipment. Test engine and system operations.
• Remove and install aircraft engines and propellers. Disassemble and inspect parts and engines for wear, warping, or other defects such as cracks, breaks, or leaks.
• Execute towing, taxiing and engine run-up of aircraft, as qualified.
• Heat, deice, and refuel aircraft as required.
• Launch and recover company aircraft.
• Operate ground support equipment and perform minor maintenance, as necessary.
• Be available for on-call contract maintenance, as needed.
• Document aircraft maintenance repairs and alterations IAW FAR’s, using appropriate company forms. Sign out serviceable aircraft parts. Tag repairable parts removed from the aircraft engines or components.
• Be familiar with all Company Manuals and AD notes. Accomplish assigned duties in accordance with the policies and procedures therein. Periodically review Maintenance Bulletins and Memos.
• Read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals and specifications to determine efficient methods to replace malfunctioning or damaged components.
• Supervise mechanic helpers in the performance of those duties in which the A&P is qualified and back-sign as proof of supervision. Conduct and document OJT.
• Maintain currency in all required training.
• Must be able to fill in as an alternate for the flight mechanic.

Qualifications:

• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Valid U.S. Passport to legally enter Mexico, the Caribbean, and Canada.
• Must be able to pass a Drug Test and Airport Background Check.
• Must be available to work nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts as required by operational needs.
• Strong working knowledge of FAA regulations, Part 121 maintenance requirements, and airworthiness standards.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, engineering drawings, and repair specifications.
• 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.

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.