Aircraft Mechanic AP Technician Piston Aircraft DTO Airport

ATP Flight School; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 35,817 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $30/hr

Job summary

ATP Flight School in Denton, TX is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic to join a team performing light to heavy maintenance on our single- and multi-engine piston aircraft. The right candidate embraces safety and quality as top priorities and works collaboratively to ensure efficient workflow.

This role features a weekday day shift with no rotating shifts, and pays starting at $30 per hour, with increases based on experience.

Qualifications

• A&P certificate required or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of piston-powered aircraft maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations and aircraft manuals.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair aircraft per regulations, manufacturer manuals, and company policies.
• Document maintenance records accurately in logs and forms.
• Follow all policies and maintain clean, safe work area.
• Work on single and multi-engine piston aircraft.
• Perform duties safely and assist as needed.
• Support team with additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

2+ years piston-powered maintenance

FAR knowledge

Avionics troubleshooting

Education

Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate

FAA Inspection Authorization (preferred)

Private pilot's license (preferred)

Tools

Garmin avionics tooling

Job description

5K Sign On Bonus For Qualified AMTs

About Us

ATP is the nation's largest flight school, providing students with the most efficient path to a successful airline pilot career. For over 40 years, ATP has been the leader in professional flight training and supplying pilots to regional and major airlines.

Why you'll love working for us

• No shift work…ever! Monday - Friday day shift only
• Work with the best and brightest on new Cessna 172s, Piper Archers and Piper Seminoles
• A fleet size of over 650 aircraft
• Supportive team culture built around safety-focused decision making
• Well‑equipped facilities with abundant resources (parts, tech data, support, etc.)

The role

The Aircraft Mechanic role works as a member of a team performing everything from light maintenance to heavy structural repairs on our fixed‑winged aircraft. The right candidate will possess a results‑driven mindset and the collaborative spirit necessary to ensure efficient workflow while keeping safety and quality as non‑negotiable top priorities.

Responsibilities

• Perform efficient troubleshooting, aircraft maintenance, and repairs in accordance with applicable aviation regulations, manufacturer's instructions, and company policies on our single engine and multi‑engine piston powered flight training aircraft.
• Ensure consistent, accurate aircraft maintenance records by properly documenting & completing required forms, computer entries, and logbook entries.
• Follow all policies and procedures
• Keep a clean and orderly work environment
• Perform job duties in a safe manner
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
• 2 or more years of piston‑powered aircraft maintenance experience
• Knowledge and understanding of Federal Aviation Regulations and manufacturer manuals
• Possess adequate tools
• FAA Inspection Authorization (preferred not required)
• Private pilot's license (preferred not required)
• Avionics troubleshooting experience with Garmin integrated avionics (preferred not required)

Benefits

ATP offers a comprehensive employee benefits program, including:

• Starting pay of $30/hr pay increases with years of experience
• Employer‑Paid Life Insurance
• Medical coverage (Starting day one!)
• Dental/Vision/Life Insurance (Starting day one!)
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Enrollment (100% Vested with no employer contributions)
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 13 Paid Time Off Days per Year (PTO is earned on an accrual‑basis) increasing with tenure

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is regularly required to: talk, hear, see, stand; walk; have use hands and fingers, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

ATP is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.