Certified A&P Mechanic – Piston Fleet, Flight Training Operation

Rio Staffing LLC.; Georgetown (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer matching

HSA & FSA

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Rio Staffing LLC. is recruiting a Certified A&P Mechanic for a piston-powered flight training operation in Georgetown, TX. This full‑time role involves maintaining a high-volume piston fleet, ensuring airworthiness, and supporting flight training schedules.

You will perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, troubleshoot to FAA standards, log work thoroughly, and collaborate with the team. The role requires 3+ years of piston GA experience and an A&P certificate, with a sign-on bonus and

Qualifications

• Active FAA A&P certificate is required.
• At least 3 recent years of experience as a certificated A&P on piston-powered GA aircraft.
• Flight school or training fleet background strongly preferred.
• Solid understanding of 14 CFR Parts 43 and 91.
• Capable of working independently and making sound airworthiness calls.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; comfortable using maintenance tracking software.
• Willing to work day or night shifts based on operational needs.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and sustain standing, bending, and kneeling as needed.

Responsibilities

• Execute scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on piston-powered general aviation aircraft.
• Troubleshoot, inspect, repair, and return aircraft to service in compliance with FAA regulations, approved data, and procedures.
• Reference and apply maintenance manuals, parts catalogs, SBs, and ADs.
• Complete thorough aircraft logbook entries and maintenance records.
• Keep the work environment clean, orderly, and safety-focused.
• Collaborate with fellow mechanics and operations to support fleet readiness.
• Reprioritize tasks in response to aircraft availability and flight schedules.
• Cover day or night shifts as assigned to meet requirements.

Skills

Independent worker

Airworthiness calls

Team collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

FAA A&P certificate

3+ years piston GA experience

Flight school background preferred

Tools

Maintenance tracking software

Job description

Certified A&P Mechanic – Piston Fleet, Flight Training Operation

Location: Georgetown, TX

Employment Type: Full-Time, 5 days a week

About Client

A well-established flight training organization operating a modern fleet of single-engine piston aircraft. Daily operations are high-volume, aircraft availability is critical, and the maintenance team plays a direct role in keeping training safe and on schedule.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $35–$40/hour — Based on experience and qualifications

• Starting Bonus: $1,000 sign-on bonus

• Relocation Assistance: Available depending on the candidate

• Shift: 10-hour shifts; day and night shifts available

• Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance; 401(k) with employer matching; HSA & FSA; life insurance; retirement plan; Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job Summary

Handle both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on a piston-powered training fleet where aircraft readiness is mission-critical. Ideal for hands‑on mechanics who own their work, follow regulatory standards without prompting, and take pride in keeping aircraft safe and airworthy.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on piston-powered general aviation aircraft

• Troubleshoot, inspect, repair, and return aircraft to service in compliance with FAA regulations, approved technical data, and company maintenance procedures

• Reference and apply maintenance manuals, parts catalogs, Service Bulletins, and Airworthiness Directives

• Complete thorough aircraft logbook entries and maintenance records

• Keep the work environment clean, orderly, and consistently safety-focused

• Collaborate with fellow mechanics and operational teams to support fleet readiness

• Reprioritize tasks in response to aircraft availability and changing flight training schedules

• Cover day or night shift as assigned to meet operational requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Active FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate (required)

• At least 3 recent years of experience as a certificated A&P on piston-powered GA aircraft (Piper, Diamond, Cirrus, or comparable)

• Flight school or training fleet background strongly preferred

• Solid understanding of 14 CFR Parts 43 and 91

• Capable of working independently and making sound, confident airworthiness calls

• Proficient with Microsoft Office; comfortable using maintenance tracking software

• Willing to work day or night shifts based on operational needs

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and sustain prolonged standing, bending, and kneeling as needed

• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors around active aircraft, fuels, solvents, and shop equipment