Aircraft Mechanic

D.O.M. magazine; Ozark, Northern (AL, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

SkyQuest Aviation, LLC is seeking a skilled Aircraft Mechanic for a full-time role at Fort Rucker, AL, supporting Aviation Maintenance Services. The position inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, modifies and overhauls aircraft and subsystems in accordance with procedures and directives.

Responsibilities include routine maintenance, operational checks, logbook entries in IMDS, and ensuring safety and quality. Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and FAA A or A&P certification (or

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• FAA A or A&P certificate or two years rotary-wing maintenance experience or four years fixed-wing maintenance experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine aircraft maintenance.
• Inspects and troubleshoots aircraft systems and components.
• Performs preventive maintenance inspections on aircraft and subsystems.
• Operates and tests aircraft systems following manuals and procedures.
• Documents work and logs as required.

Skills

Aviation maintenance

Read/Write English

Education

High school diploma or GED

FAA Airframe (A) certificate

FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate

Tools

IMDS

Job description

This full time position is located at Fort Rucker Al supporting Aviation Maintenance Services; hourly salary IAW current CBA; possible shift work and travel
SUMMARY: Services, inspects, troubleshoots, repairs, modifies and overhauls aircraft and aircraft systems.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs routine aircraft maintenance
• Performs operational checks on lighting equipment, such as: navigation lights search and landing lights, anti-collision lights and replaces
• May remove and install electrical connections that are fool proof, one-wire or cannon plug
• Removes and installs starter and main
• Must demonstrate an operational knowledge of aircraft, aircraft systems, engines and component
• Operates aircraft towing equipment in towing
• Maintains aircraft fuel, oil and hydraulic
• Must have knowledge of the proper use of hand tools in aircraft
• Must be able to read and write, and interpret and comply with aircraft maintenance procedures, manuals, specifications, and directives, guides and forms used on the
• Performs preventive maintenance inspections on aircraft and aircraft systems and subsystems.
• Performs troubleshooting, repair, modifications, corrosion control and preservation of aircraft and aircraft systems and aircraft sub-systems, including fuel, oil and pneudraulic systems. Overhauls aircraft components and sub-components.
• Performs routine servicing and maintenance inspections on all ground support equipment.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Removes / installs aircraft components and engines on test stands and engine test
• Makes appropriate logbook entries and signs-off own work
• Performs aircraft functional checks including, but not limited to, aircraft and engine run- up and
• May be required to accompany aircraft in
• Performs in-house calibration of common and special tools as
• Performs related record maintenance including: completing appropriate log book forms, condition tags and parts change slips in accordance with technical publications, Company procedures manuals and other written and oral
• Uses blueprints, schematics, technical drawings and manufacturers’ drawings and sketches in the performance of assigned duties. Estimates materials
• Performs touch-up spot

Requirements:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent – General Educational Development (GED)
• FAA Airframe (A), or FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate or two (2) years of documented rotary-wing aircraft mechanic maintenance experience or four (4) years documented fixed-wing aircraft mechanic maintenance.

Other Requirements:

• May be required to perform Maintenance Operational Checks (MOCs) & run-up aircraft when required by job
• Employees in the Aircraft Mechanic classification with an FAA Airframe (A), or FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate and less than twenty-four (24) months rotary-wing Aircraft Mechanic maintenance experience will be required to complete the GFR approved MDS specific OJT qualification program, and may only sign off work for the particular task(s) they are certified on as part of the MDS OJT
• Employees in the Aircraft Mechanic classification with four (4) years fixed-wing Aircraft Mechanic maintenance experience will be required to complete the GFR approved MDS specific OJT qualification program and may only sign off work for the particular task(s) they are certified on as part of the MDS OJT
• Employees in the Aircraft Mechanic classification who have twenty-four (24) months rotary-wing Aircraft Mechanic maintenance experience will be required to complete the approved Familiarization (FAM)

Classification Distinctions When Assigned to the Air Force Project:

• Completes maintenance documentation accurately using Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS) and required forms, as required by job
• Must show proficiency in the use of IMDS within ninety (90) days after
• Directs incoming and outgoing aircraft to assist pilot’s maneuvering of aircraft, using visual hand or light
• Must have one (1) year (within the past three (3) years) aircraft maintenance experience on any rotary-wing

In Addition, The Candidate Should Posses The Following Requirements:

• Operates motor vehicles, machines and special purpose equipment as required by the job
• Performs prescribed cleaning, preservation and operator maintenance on vehicles, tools and equipment. Performs housekeeping duties in immediate work
• Ensures that tools and equipment used by the employee in the classification are properly
• When selected, attends schools and classes, which are designated by the Company for employees in the assigned classification.
• Uses approved methods and publications in the performance of the assigned
• Performs the duties of lower classified employees within the line of progression when
• May be allowed to occasionally perform those assignments of employees holding the next higher classification in the line of progression in order to qualify for promotion except for Aircraft Mechanic to Aircraft Technical/NDT
• Completes and maintains records and reports as required by job
• Demonstrates job procedures and assists in the on-the-job training (OJT) of employees within the classification as
• Performs imaging technology (scanning and other related) functions as required by the job
• Disposes of hazardous materials related to job
• Performs duties using automated equipment and software utilized in the functional
• May remove and reinstall cowlings, panels and fairings necessary to gain access to work within his classification.
• Employees assigned to the Flight-line will support the customer by assisting in untying or securing aircraft (meet and greet), summoning other assistance if needed or working issues within their assigned classification.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Read, write, speak and understand English.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be physically able to perform duties and responsibilities of the classification.
• Must be able to work with required materials without debilitating irritation to skin, eyes or respiratory system while wearing the required personal protective

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a valid state driver’s license when required by job.
• Must obtain a valid government driver’s license when required by job assignment.
• Must obtain a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) to include hazardous material endorsement when required by job assignment.
• Must obtain the level of Industrial Security Clearance required by the Government.

SkyQuest Aviation, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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