Aircraft Technician I

TEL Staffing & HR; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 35,349 - 53,023; Full time

Job summary

TEL Staffing & HR is seeking an Aircraft Technician I in Savannah, Georgia. This position involves performing inspections, maintenance, and repairs of basic aircraft systems and structures under close supervision. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, and an FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate or equivalent experience.

The ideal applicant will possess strong safety awareness, a valid driver’s license, and familiarity with FAA regulations. This is an opportunity to advance in the aviation maintenance field.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver’s License is necessary.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate or 2 years of aviation maintenance experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic aircraft inspections and repairs under close supervision.
• Properly complete all necessary paperwork.
• Ensure all work meets quality standards.
• Use material tracking systems effectively.
• Comply with safety rules and procedures.

Skills

Basic aircraft inspections

Repairs and modifications

Material tracking system

Compliance with safety procedures

Use of ground support equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid Driver’s License

FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate

2 years of aviation maintenance experience

Tools

Ground support equipment

Company provided tools

Job description

Compensation: $25.66/hr , $38.49/hr OT

Position Purpose:

The Aircraft Technician I, under close supervision, performs or assists with inspection, maintenance, and repair of basic aircraft systems and structures.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions

• Communicate as required to receive and understand work assignments. Perform basic aircraft inspections, repairs, and modifications under close supervision. Assist with movement of aircraft as required.
• Properly complete CMP cards, work order sign-offs, and other paper work in a timely manner.
• Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications.
• Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment. Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely.
• Follow standard operating procedures when operating ground support equipment (external power carts, hydraulic power units, hydraulic lift platforms, forklifts, compressed gas cylinders, etc.).
• Ensure all customer property is properly protected.

Additional Functions

• Use material tracking system to create parts demand, and to charge labor to Work Orders, items, and squawks.
• Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic and de‑icing fluids, and solvent rags. Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered.
• Properly use and maintain company‑provided tools and equipment. Return items to designated storage area after use.
• Comply with safety rules and procedures. Use protective equipment as required and be alert for unsafe conditions. Address and report unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk.
• In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required. Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Work Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. Valid Driver’s License required. FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate or 2 years of aviation maintenance experience. Working knowledge of FAA regulations, process specifications, Repair Station and Quality Control manuals, and company policies and procedures.