Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Day-One Benefits & Growth

West Star Aviation; East Alton (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Weekly paid time off accruals

Flexible work schedules (5x8, 4x10, 3x

Job summary

West Star Aviation in East Alton, IL, is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician to inspect, repair, and overhaul sophisticated civilian aircraft. You will troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, replace parts, and perform inspections in a fast-paced hangar environment.

Positions require AMT I–IV licenses (Airframe/Powerplant) with 0–6+ years of aviation maintenance experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• A valid driver’s license is ideal but not mandatory.
• Basic computer skills to navigate electronic training, manuals, and maintenance databases.

Responsibilities

• Performing general mechanical tasks on aircraft and related systems.
• Removal and installation of panels and components.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving aircraft system/component issues.
• De-fueling aircraft.
• Engine removal/installations.
• Operating ground support equipment.
• Inspection and evaluation of the aircraft and components.
• Aircraft movement and assistance in performance runs/taxiing.
• Maintenance and repair of shop facility, equipment, and tooling.
• Basic computer skills to navigate electronic training, manuals, and maintenance databases.
• Speak, write, read in English.
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Education

AMT I

AMT II

AMT III

AMT IV (Master)

Job description

West Star Aviation in East Alton, IL, is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Technician to inspect, repair, and overhaul sophisticated civilian aircraft. You will troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems, replace parts, and perform inspections in a fast-paced hangar environment.

Positions require AMT I–IV licenses (Airframe/Powerplant) with 0–6+ years of aviation maintenance experience.