Aviation Maintenance Tech - 2nd Shift & Growth

West Star Aviation Inc.; East Alton (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from day one

401(k) match

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, vision

Job summary

West Star Aviation Inc. is hiring an Aircraft Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift in East Alton, IL. The role involves servicing and repairing aircraft systems, performing inspections, and ensuring compliance with FAA regulations.

We offer comprehensive benefits starting at hire, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, and weekly pay. Experience ranges from entry to master level across airframe and powerplant licenses.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Airframe or Powerplant license is required; Airframe license is preferred.
• 0-2 years of experience in aviation maintenance or related fields for AMT I; 2-4 years for AMT II; 4-6+ years for AMT III; 6+ years for AMT IV.
• A valid driver’s license is ideal, but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform general mechanical tasks on aircraft and related systems.
• Remove and install panels and components; troubleshoot systems.
• Inspect and evaluate aircraft and components; assist in performance runs and taxiing.

Skills

Basic computer skills

English communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Airframe license

Powerplant license

Tools

Jacks, stands, lifts

Pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical equipment

Tugs, power carts

Job description

West Star Aviation Inc. is hiring an Aircraft Maintenance Technician for the 2nd shift in East Alton, IL. The role involves servicing and repairing aircraft systems, performing inspections, and ensuring compliance with FAA regulations.

We offer comprehensive benefits starting at hire, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, and weekly pay. Experience ranges from entry to master level across airframe and powerplant licenses.