Aircraft Mechanic

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Ohio State University seeks an Aircraft Mechanic to support maintenance at University Airport Repair Station. The role involves maintaining, repairing and inspecting aircraft, engines and related systems for university and transient aircraft, with work in accordance to DOT safety requirements.

Candidates must hold FAA A&P license, valid driver’s license, and may be eligible for FAA Inspection Authorization.

Qualifications

• FAA‑issued A&P license required.
• Valid driver's license.
• DOT safety-sensitive position with random drug testing.
• Ability to read simple sentences and perform basic calculations.

Responsibilities

• Perform aircraft maintenance, repairs and adjustments.
• Inspect airframes, engines and components.
• Maintain flight controls, landing gear and instruments.
• Operate ground support equipment.

Skills

A&P License

FAA Inspect Authorization

Mechanical Skills

Ground Equipment

Education

Airframe & Powerplant Certification

Job description

Job Title: Aircraft Mechanic

Department: Engineering | University Airport Repair Station

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.

Work Schedule

Work schedule is subject to changes in shift, hours and/or days as operations dictate.

All candidates must pass DOT pre‑employment drug testing prior to being hired. This is a DOT identified safety sensitive position.

Qualifications

Minimum Education Requirement: Per Classified Civil Svc Specs or equivalent educ/exp: Experience: Required: Airframe and Powerplant mechanic license issued by FAA; valid driver's license; this is a DOT identified safety‑sensitive position, and candidate will be subject to DOT random drug testing while employed in this position. Desired: FAA Inspection Authorization; knowledge of (1) safety practices; skill in (2) mechanics, (3) operating ground equipment, (4) operating aircraft; ability to (5) understand aircraft mechanical systems, (6) calculate fractions, decimals and percentages, (7) read simple sentences with common vocabulary, (8) cooperate with co‑workers, (9) show dexterity.

Targeted Hiring Range for this position is $24.95 - $37.43

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/

Ohio State Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• 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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Location

Location: Knowlton Executive Terminal (1019)

Position Details

Position Type: Regular Scheduled Hours: 40 Shift: First Shift

Background Check

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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

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