LEAD A&P MECHANIC

Airborne Maintenance & Engineering Services; Orlando, Tampa (FL, FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Aircraft Maintenance Technician with a valid Airframe & Powerplant license. This role involves leading maintenance operations, ensuring quality work, and guiding fellow technicians. With a focus on heavy aircraft maintenance, the ideal candidate will have extensive experience and the ability to interpret technical documents. Join a team that values cooperation, teamwork, and high-quality work in a dynamic environment. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the aviation sector while working with skilled professionals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in heavy aircraft maintenance.
• Valid Airframe & Powerplant license or PEMCO Repairman's Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct maintenance work according to classifications.
• Ensure quality and timely completion of work assignments.

Skills

Aircraft Maintenance

Technical Manual Interpretation

Leadership Skills

Hazardous Material Handling

Decision Making

Education

High School Diploma

Airframe & Powerplant License

Tools

Hand Tools

Gauges and Instruments

Job description

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

1. High School diploma or equivalent.
2. Valid Airframe & Powerplant license required or PEMCO Repairman's Certificate.
3. Five (5) years of experience in heavy aircraft maintenance, preferably with an airline and/or MRO company.
4. Thorough working knowledge of all forms and documents supporting heavy maintenance, including company policies, FARs, ADs, Service Bulletins, and Maintenance Manuals.
5. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, instructions, blueprints, and drawings.
6. Proficiency in using tools, gauges, instruments, etc., necessary for the duties.
7. Understanding of hazardous material handling and disposal related to the job.
8. Thorough knowledge of work within a specific classification or specialized operation.
9. Ability to exercise good judgment and make sound decisions.
10. Leadership qualities, including cooperation and teamwork skills.
11. Capability to perform high-quality work efficiently, and to lead and direct others.
12. Ability to complete all assignments with minimal supervision.
13. Ability to interpret and follow written and verbal instructions, technical orders, operating procedures, and directives.

Major Responsibility Areas and Duties

1. Perform work within his classification for the majority of working hours.
2. Lead, assign, and direct work according to employee classifications.
3. Instruct others in proper methods and procedures when required.
4. Review work in progress, ensure quality, and timely completion.
5. Address and resolve common difficulties encountered in job tasks.
6. Maintain records related to job assignments.
7. Ensure the satisfactory completion of work by assigned employees.
8. Refer issues outside his authority to his Supervisor.
9. Not authorized to recommend employment, transfer, promotion, or disciplinary actions.

Additional Duties

• Perform other duties as assigned necessary for daily operations.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Conditions

1. Ability to sit, stand, bend, crouch, kneel, and walk for extended periods.
2. Ability to climb and work from ladders, stands, and heights.
3. Work with hands extended overhead.
4. Correctable near and far vision.
5. Ability to hear conversationally with hearing aid.
6. Ability to lift 25 pounds.
7. Handle small parts and operate hand tools properly.

AIRBORNE Tampa is an equal opportunity employer, considering all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran, or disability status.

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