Aircraft Maintenance Military Transition Apprentice

Republic Airways Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 33,280 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Republic Airways Inc. is seeking a skilled Mx Mechanic to assist in the maintenance of aircraft, ensuring they meet safety regulations and standards. This role involves performing routine repairs and modifications while maintaining effective communication with the maintenance team.

Applicants must have strong mechanical skills, a high school diploma, and at least 30 months of relevant experience. The position offers a starting rate of $16.00 per hour and involves various physical demands consistent with aircraft maintenance work.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 30 months of concurrent experience for both Airframe and Powerplant ratings.
• Previous mechanical experience working in a shop environment is preferred.
• Must successfully pass background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and performs routine aircraft maintenance work.
• Completes required maintenance-related paperwork.
• Communicates effectively with other maintenance personnel.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Ability to use Microsoft Office

Ability to read and interpret documents

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Category

Mx Mechanic

Position Purpose

Assists licensed A&P Mechanics to perform preventive maintenance, repair, modifications and other maintenance of aircraft, components and related equipment in accordance with standards and regulations.

Essential Duties

• Repairs, modifies, replaces or performs routine aircraft maintenance work in a safe and timely manner.
• Accurately completes required maintenance-related paperwork.
• Communicates effectively with other maintenance personnel at all levels by keeping co-workers and leadership apprised of work progress and difficulties.
• Completes on-the-job training (OJT) forms and any required reading.
• Reads and interprets manufacturer and airline maintenance manuals, service bulletins, drawings and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repair, replacement or modification.
• Helps with general cleanup of work areas.
• Maintains regular and prompt attendance and time‑clock adherence.
• Demonstrates effective and appropriate conduct with co-workers.
• Evaluates the area and equipment to ensure that safety is not compromised before performing any maintenance action.
• Applies safety first at all times.
• Completes all department internal company forms, maintenance records, documents, work orders, etc., including performing maintenance computer system transactions as required.
• Reads and acknowledges understanding of maintenance newsletters and company emails on a timely basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 30 months of concurrent experience for both Airframe and Powerplant ratings.
• Able to use and navigate Microsoft Office.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Able to work both in a team setting and individually.
• Previous mechanical experience working in a shop environment (preferred).
• Must successfully pass background check and drug test.
• No previous felony convictions and possess a stable employment history.
• Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License and a clean driving record.
• Must have access to Form DD‑214.
• Must have access to On-the-Job Training (OJT) paperwork.
• Must know your MOS/NEC/AFSC code.
• Language skills: Ability to read, write and understand English; read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; speak effectively and be understood before groups.
• Reasoning/problem solving: Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations.
• Decision making: Make limited decisions and determine best methods to solve problems by referring to established precedents and policies; impact of decisions is moderately low.

Physical Demands

• Stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle and feel, reach with hands and arms most of the time.
• Climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl up to 60% of the time.
• Lift up to 50 pounds at least 35% of the time.
• Must be able to see to perform work and to see approaching vehicles, aircraft and machinery.

Work Environment

• Work near moving mechanical parts, work with fumes or airborne particles over 90% of the time.
• Work in high, precarious places up to 50% of the time.
• Work around toxic or caustic chemicals up to 30% of the time.
• Withstand risk of electric shock and work with explosives up to 10% of the time.
• Work in outdoor weather conditions inside and outside an open‑air hangar up to 100% of the time.
• Noise levels can be very loud.
• Wear a respirator and protective equipment; minimal facial hair to ensure proper fit in accordance with OSHA regulations.
• Work nights, evenings, weekends and holidays to support 24‑hour operations.

Travel Requirements

Ability to travel up to 15% of the time, including overnight and weekend travel.

Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability, and Veteran Accommodations

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Compensation

The starting rate for this position is $16.00 per hour.