Aircraft Mechanic II/ATR Crew Chief, (DEA Program) - Fort Worth, Texas

Vertex Aerospace LLC; Fort Worth, Town of Texas, College Township (TX, WI, PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic II/ATR Crew Chief to join their dynamic team. This role involves performing essential maintenance and repairs on aircraft, troubleshooting system malfunctions, and coordinating with customers on maintenance schedules. With a focus on safety and efficiency, the ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aircraft mechanics, particularly with ATR 42 models. The position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, where your skills will contribute significantly to the operational success of the company. If you're passionate about aviation and ready to take your career to new heights, this role is for you.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Learning and Development resources

Employee assistance resources

Qualifications

• 7+ years as a fixed-wing aircraft mechanic with ATR 42 experience.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on aircraft.
• Coordinate with customers on flight schedules and maintenance.

Skills

Aircraft Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Technical Assistance

Safety Regulations

Hand Tools Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Airframe & Power Plant Certificate

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Description

The Aircraft Mechanic II/ATR Crew Chief assigned is responsible to the Lead Mechanic performing duties as assigned. Frequently exercises independent judgment and possesses abilities sufficient to supervise a crew of aircraft mechanics. Work is performed under minimum supervision, and the employee consults with the supervisor only for the initial job assignment and where departures from standard practices are involved.

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following duties. Additional essential functions may be identified by the organization and listed as such in the incumbent's performance appraisal elements. Various tasks may be assigned under each essential function. Those that are listed under the examples of work are not all-inclusive; they are examples only and may be amended or added to as needed by the organization.

• Coordinates with the customer on flight schedule and maintenance status


• Performs routine, preventive, and scheduled maintenance and repairs as required by OEM and FAA.


• Troubleshoot system malfunctions and performs necessary corrective actions


• Contacts OEM, technical representatives, and suppliers for technical assistance


• Document maintenance of aircraft on appropriate forms, records, and Logbooks


• Performs duties in a safe and efficient manner following all company established safety and environmental rules, regulations, and guidelines


• Travel required supporting the ATR Aircraft as Crew Chief.


• Reconfigure aircraft cargo/passenger configurations as required.


• Clean aircraft and service lavatory.


• Fuel aircraft.


• Load, secure, and unload cargo.


• In addition, all duties as detailed in the DEA Aviation Operations Center Manual.


• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Must have valid Airframe & Power plant certificate


• High School Diploma or equivalent


• Must have a minimum of seven (7) years as a fixed-wing aircraft mechanic with two (2) of the seven years recent hands-on experience on ATR 42 or equivalent and King Air model aircraft.


• Demonstrated experience shall be in a similar position within the last twelve (12) months.


• Knowledge of the applicable Federal Aviation Administration's Regulations

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

The following skills and abilities are required:

• Knowledge of hand tools, power tools, machines, and equipment.


• Tools Required - Must posses personal hand tools prior to start


• Read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals


• Ability to determine work methods to accomplish assignments


• US citizenship is required.


• Obtain a DoD and/or DOJ Security Clearance as required


• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license


• Must maintain a valid US Passport and the appropriate vaccinations required for international travel

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee works in an aircraft hangar the majority of the shift and is required to stand; walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms as well as push and pull items. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds regularly.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Normal day-to-day working conditions are inside an aircraft hangar with good ventilation and airflow. Work may be regularly required in outside weather conditions where employee will be exposed to all types of environmental conditions and extremes such as hot, cold, rain, wind, etc.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and risk of electrical shock. The employee is required to wear personal protective equipment including eye protection, ear protection, hand protection, respirators, masks, aprons, leather safety shoes, steel toe shoes, fall protection harness, and other equipment anytime the potential for hazards exist. The employee is occasionally exposed to high precarious places, confined spaces, toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of radiation; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

• Benefits include the following:




• Healthcare coverage


• Retirement plan


• Life insurance, AD&D, and disability benefits


• Wellness programs


• Paid time off, including holidays


• Learning and Development resources


• Employee assistance resources




• Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans.

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Qualifications

Experience

Public Trust Clearance Required (required)

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