Aircraft Mechanic

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Town of Knowlton (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits overview

Medical benefits

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic to maintain and repair university aircraft at Knowlton Executive Terminal.

You will perform airframe and engine maintenance, inspect systems, and ensure flight readiness following FAA guidelines. A valid FAA A&P license is required and DOT safety screening applies. The role is based in Knowlton, with a 40-hour first-shift schedule.

Qualifications

• FAA‑registered A&P license required.
• DOT safety screening applies; background check.
• Ability to read mechanical schematics and aviation manuals.

Responsibilities

• Provide aircraft maintenance services for university and transient aircraft.
• Maintain, repair and adjust engines and components.
• Repair airframes, flight controls, landing gear and instrument systems.
• Perform airframe and engine inspections at regular intervals.
• Calibrate tools and maintain supporting equipment.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Safety practices

Mechanic skills

Operating ground equipment

Reading aircraft systems

Education

Airframe and Powerplant license (FAA)

FAA Inspection Authorization (DESIRED)

Job description

Job Title

Aircraft Mechanic

Department

Engineering | University Airport Repair Station

Job Description

• Provides aircraft maintenance services to university-based and transient aircraft.
• Maintains, repairs and adjusts aircraft engines and components.
• Maintains and repairs aircraft frames.
• Flight controls, landing gear, flight instrument systems and related components.
• Performs airframe and engine regular interval inspections.
• Maintains and calibrates supporting tools and equipment.

Additional Information

• Work schedule is subject to changes in shift, hours and/or days as operations dictate.
• Pre-Employment Screening Information: This is a DOT identified safety sensitive position. All candidates must pass DOT pre-employment drug testing prior to being hired.
• Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education Requirement: Per Classified Civil Svc Specs or equivalent educ/exp.
• Airframe and Powerplant mechanic license issued by FAA.
• Valid driver's license.
• Desired: FAA Inspection Authorization.
• Desired: Knowledge of safety practices.
• Desired: Skill in mechanics.
• Desired: Operating ground equipment.
• Desired: Operating aircraft.
• Desired: Ability to understand aircraft mechanical systems.
• Desired: Ability to calculate fractions, decimals and percentages.
• Desired: Ability to read simple sentences with common vocabulary.
• Desired: Ability to cooperate with co-workers.
• Desired: Ability to show dexterity.
• Targeted Hiring Range for this position is $24.95 - $37.43. Final offers for positions will be based on candidate credentials, internal equity, and CWA/University approval.
• Position type: Regular.
• Scheduled hours: 40.
• Shift: First Shift.
• Location: Knowlton Executive Terminal (1019).

Benefits Overview

• Benefits overview (including retirement programs and tuition assistance): https://hr.osu.edu/new-employees/employees/benefits-overview/
• Comprehensive medical benefits page: https://hr.osu.edu/benefits/medical/

EEO Statement

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

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• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.
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