Aviation Maintenance Technician

Jobtailor; Byron (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks an Aircraft Mechanic with an active A&P license to perform inspections and repairs in Byron, California.

You will verify parts, document maintenance per FARs and manuals, support SMS improvements, and work with a team on flexible hours including overtime and on-call rotations. Reading 337s/ADs and using Ramco ERP are essential parts of the role.

Qualifications

• FAA A&P license in good standing.
• Ability to read 337s, Service Bulletins, ADs, and related documents.
• Experience with electrical troubleshooting and vibration balancing.
• Sheet metal and composite repair procedures experience.
• Knowledge of FAR 135 operations preferred.
• Kitchen? (note: ignore) 24/7 on-call rotation flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections and repairs per maintenance procedures and FAA regulations.
• Verify part numbers and serial numbers against documentation after installation/removal.
• Maintain compliance with documentation per FARs, manuals and company policies.
• Participate in SMS continuous improvement (level 4) activities.
• Keep work area clean and professional.
• Advise PIC of maintenance issues that would take aircraft out of service.
• Process data in the Status Report for aircraft worked on.
• Request parts to maintain inventory and support urgent repairs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

A&P Certification

Electrical troubleshooting

Vibration balancing

Sheet metal repair

Composite repair

Reading technical docs

Team player

Flexible schedule

Ramco ERP

FAA regulations knowledge

Education

A&P Certification

GED/High School Diploma

Factory airframe/power plant schools preferred

Tools

Ramco ERP

Job description

• Performs inspections and repairs of aircraft and components in accordance with maintenance procedures, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, service letters, and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations
• Upon installation or removal of any component or assembly, the Mechanic shall verify by physical inspection or markings on the part that the part number and serial number match the associated documentation
• Ensures all aircraft maintenance documentation is executed in compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, company policies and procedures, and applicable maintenance manuals to include specific chapters
• Actively participates in the continuous improvement phase (level 4) of the company’s Safety Management System (SMS) and is familiar with the SMS policies, processes, and procedures
• Maintains work area in a clean and professional manner
• Responsible for correcting compliance or safety issues when directed by the Director of Operations, Director of Maintenance, Chief Pilot, Regional Maintenance Director, Director of Safety, or Lead Mechanic
• Responsible for advising the Pilot in Command (PIC) of any maintenance issues that would take an aircraft out of service
• Responsible for validating or confirming the data in the Status Report concerning the aircraft he or she is working on including
• Request aviation parts and supplies in order to maintain an adequate and orderly inventory of all stock items to ensure prompt repairs for operational readiness
• Other Duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and 2 to 5 years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Factory airframe/power plant schools preferred, active/current A&P REQUIRED
• FAR 135 operations preferred
• Electrical troubleshooting and refined vibration-balancing
• Sheet metal and composite repair procedures
• Ability to read and understand various documents such as 337’s, Service Bulletins, AD’s, etc.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced, constantly changing environment
• Ability to be a team player with a professional attitude
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including overtime and 24/7 on-call rotation
• Efficient in the use of electronic or paper based manuals and able to navigate through vendor data to find necessary information
• Ability to learn and utilize the Company’s ERP system (Ramco)
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to apply creativity and problem solving skills in troubleshooting work
• FAA A&P License in good standing.