Aviation Maintenance Technician

Jobtailor; Salmon (ID); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic to perform inspections and repairs of aircraft and components in accordance with maintenance procedures, airworthiness directives, and applicable FARs. The role requires an FAA A&P license in good standing and strong troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities include verifying part numbers, ensuring documentation compliance, and actively contributing to the company’s SMS program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2–5 years related experience.
• Active FAA A&P license in good standing.
• FAR 135 operations preferred.
• Electrical troubleshooting and refined vibration-balancing.
• Read and understand 337s, Service Bulletins, ADs, etc.

Responsibilities

• Inspects and repairs aircraft and components per procedures and FAA directives.
• Verify part numbers and serials match documentation after installation/removal.
• Ensure maintenance docs comply with regulations, manuals, and company policies.
• Participate in SMS continuous improvement and understand SMS processes.
• Maintain a clean, professional work area.
• Advise PIC of maintenance issues that could ground an aircraft.
• Request parts to maintain stock and support repairs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

A&P License

Communication skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Vibration balancing

Team player

Multitasking

Problem solving

Education

FAA A&P License

High school diploma

GED

Tools

Ramco ERP

Job description

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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. This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).

Certifications & Qualifications

• FAA A&P License
• High school diploma
• GED