AP Mechanic TLH

D.O.M. magazine; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Mountain Air Cargo, Inc. is seeking an A&P Mechanic responsible for inspection, troubleshooting and repair of aircraft to meet company, FAA, and customer standards.

The role requires extensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical systems and repair documentation, with the ability to read blueprints and task cards, estimate labor and material usage, and operate ground support equipment. Strong English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of aircraft mechanical systems and interactions.
• Thorough working knowledge of FAA regulations.
• Familiarity with MM, IPC, SRM and other repair documents.
• Ability to read blueprints, work orders and task cards to identify instructions.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, troubleshoot and repair aircraft to meet company, FAA and customer standards.
• Analyze blueprints, drawings and work orders to troubleshoot and install parts.
• Schedule shop items and manage workflow.
• Inspect mechanical components prior to installation to prevent damage.
• Estimate hours and materials for scheduled jobs.
• Operate required ground support equipment.

Skills

Aircraft systems knowledge

FAA regulations

Blueprints & repair manuals

Estimating hours/materials

Ground support equipment operation

Education

Airframe & Power Plant License

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MM

IPC

SRM

Job description

A&P Mechanic:
Responsible for inspection, troubleshooting and repair of aircraft to meet company, FAA and customer standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ DUTIES:

• Fully analyzes all required blueprints, drawings, work orders and sketches in order to troubleshoot, repair and install desired product or part. Is able to detect errors and correct through proper departmental channels
• Schedules items through the shop >
• Checks all mechanical components prior to installation to prevent damage
• Accurately estimates hours and materials for scheduled jobs
• Ability to operate all required ground support equipment

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Extensive knowledge of all aircraft mechanical systems functions and interactions
• Thorough working knowledge of all current FAA Regulations
• Thorough working knowledge and use of MM, IPC, SRM and other manufacturers repair and troubleshooting documents
• Thorough working knowledge of blueprints, work orders and task cards to determine type of configuration and special instructions prior to installation
• Extensive knowledge of aircraft accessories, components and other hardware
• Comprehensive knowledge of estimating hours and materials for completing projects
• Complete knowledge of aircraft fasteners and applications
• Complete knowledge of all related skill area machines, equipment and hand tools
• Ability to install and rig aircraft flight control surfaces
• Ability to operate aircraft systems
• Ability to do engine "run-up" and "trim engines"
• Must have a good command of the English language, both written and verbal

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Wear appropriate PPE as designated in each work area (e.g. safety glasses, etc.)
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Airframe and Power Plant License
• Must have a good command of the English language, both written and verbal
• Must possess a valid driver license

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

None

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

General Safety
Quality System Awareness

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

• Heavy physical effort required on occasion
• Continuous mental and visual attention required
• Employees may be subject to random drug and alcohol testing under FAA regulations
• Work performed in a shop >
• Occasional travel to line stations
• Exposed to any number of elements but with none present to the extent of being disagreeable
• May work at different workstations as needed, and/or shifts from one station location to another
• Mountain Air Cargo, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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