Aircraft Maintenance Tech - 2nd Shift Premium Pay Training

West Star Aviation; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium

Paid lunch

3 day weekends

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401K match

Weekly pay

Job summary

West Star Aviation is seeking Aircraft Maintenance Technicians for a 2nd shift (Mon-Thu, 3pm-1am) with a 10–15% shift premium, paid lunch, and 3-day weekends. Responsibilities include mechanical work, panel removal/installations, troubleshooting, de-fueling, and engine work on civilian aircraft.

Amts I–IV describe licensing requirements, with progression from trainee to master tech; 0–6+ years’ experience expected. Benefits start at hire and include medical, dental, 401K match, and weekly pay.

Qualifications

• Airframe or Powerplant license is required; Airframe license is preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in aviation maintenance, avionics, or similar.
• AMT levels describe scope and experience required across AMT I–IV; training and supervision levels apply.

Responsibilities

• Performing general mechanical tasks on aircraft and related systems.
• Removal and installation of panels and components.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving aircraft system issues.
• De-fueling aircraft and engine installations.
• Operate ground support equipment and assist in taxiing.

Skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Strong communication

Safety-conscious

Education

Airframe license

Powerplant license

High school diploma or equivalent

Driver's license (ideal)

Job description

West Star Aviation is seeking Aircraft Maintenance Technicians for a 2nd shift (Mon-Thu, 3pm-1am) with a 10–15% shift premium, paid lunch, and 3-day weekends. Responsibilities include mechanical work, panel removal/installations, troubleshooting, de-fueling, and engine work on civilian aircraft.

Amts I–IV describe licensing requirements, with progression from trainee to master tech; 0–6+ years’ experience expected. Benefits start at hire and include medical, dental, 401K match, and weekly pay.