Mechanic - Aircraft Maintenance Tech

Utah Valley University; Orem (UT); Presencial; USD 64.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Utah Valley University invites applications for an Aircraft Maintenance Technician at the UVU Provo Airport Campus. You will perform inspections, testing, adjustments, and repairs on a range of aircraft systems in accordance with manufacturer standards and FAA Part 145 Repair Station procedures.

Join a hands-on team that supports safety, precision, and continuous learning, documenting work to uphold airworthiness and UVU's aviation program excellence.

Formación

• Two years of post-secondary education from an accredited college, university, or recognized trade school.
• Two years of related aircraft maintenance apprenticeship experience.
• A valid Aircraft Maintenance Technician Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) ratings.

Responsabilidades

• Perform high-quality inspections and maintenance on aircraft systems and components using proper hand tools.
• Prepare records, discrepancies, and corrective action statements, service bulletins and AD compliance, final inspection, and closing of discrepancies.
• End-of-shift cleanup of hazardous materials and participation in training sessions.

Conocimientos

Aviation maintenance

Documentation skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Educación

Post-secondary education

Apprenticeship experience

A&P certificate

Descripción del empleo

Mechanic - Aircraft Maintenance Tech

Salary: $63,793.00 - $75,050.00 Annually

Job Type: FT Nonexempt Salaried Staff

Job Number: FY2706462

Closing: 12/11/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Location: UVU Provo Airport Campus

Division: VP Academic Affairs

Position Announcement

This role offers the opportunity to build and apply hands-ontechnical expertise in a professional aviation maintenanceenvironment that supports safety, precision, and continuouslearning. As an Aircraft Maintenance Technician at Utah ValleyUniversity, you will work on a variety of aircraft systems andairframes, performing inspections, testing, adjustments, andrepairs in accordance with manufacturer standards and FAA Part 145Repair Station procedures. Working alongside experienced aviationprofessionals, you will play a direct role in helping maintainaircraft airworthiness while contributing to the success of UVU'srespected Aviation Science program.

Ideal for individuals who take pride in quality workmanship andattention to detail, this position combines technicalproblem-solving with meaningful responsibility. In addition toperforming maintenance activities, you will ensure accurate andtimely documentation, helping uphold the high standards of safety,compliance, and operational excellence expected in the aviationindustry. UVU provides a collaborative, student-centeredenvironment where your skills contribute to both aircraftreliability and the development of the next generation of aviationprofessionals

Summary of Responsibilities

• With defined supervision, this position performs high-qualityinspections, which include opening, servicing, and maintenance ofaircraft systems and components on a variety of aircraft, usingproper hand tools in a timely, clean, safe, and professional mannerwith no rework. Accurately requests general aircraft parts asneeded through inventory control. Performs troubleshooting,function testing, and repairs of aircraft systems and components.Examines finished work to guarantee that the aircraft are preparedfor operations. Consistently locates and uses appropriate technicaldata and follows verbal instructions when accomplishing assignedmaintenance tasks. Operates all required ground support equipment.Communicates effectively & efficiently with supervisors.Maintains professionalism on all levels in regard to language,actions, and as defined by UVU policy.
• Prepares various documents for record-keeping purposes, asrequired by policy and FAA regulations. Demonstrates proficiency inthe work order system and in completing accurate and timelydiscrepancies and corrective action statements, service bulletinsand airworthiness directives AD compliance statements, finalinspection, and closing of discrepancies and inspections.Understands and interprets service bulletins, maintenance manuals,and other specifications to ascertain the feasibility andtechniques of replacing or repairing faulty or damagedcomponents.
• Performs end-of-shift cleanup of all hazardous materials,hoses, electrical cords, rags, etc. Attends recurring trainingsessions conducted in-house or by manufacturers.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Two years of post-secondary education from an accredited college,university, or recognized trade school; AND two years of relatedaircraft maintenance apprenticeship experience; AND a validAircraft Maintenance Technician Certificate with Airframe andPowerplant (A&P) ratings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience performing inspections, preventive maintenance,troubleshooting, and repairs on piston-powered general aviationaircraft.
• Experience maintaining and repairing aircraft in an FAA Part145 Repair Station environment.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations, industry best practices, andaircraft maintenance documentation requirements.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to safety,quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, maintenanceinstructions, and engineering documentation.
• Inspection Authorization (IA) within the FAA MechanicCertificate.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of best practices in events, marketingcommunications, correspondence, and appropriate matters ofetiquette in various settings or vehicles.

Skills

• Skills in office methods, techniques, practices, andprocedures.
• Skills in the use of computers and computer softwareapplications including word processing, spreadsheets, email,internet, databases, and presentations.
• Skills in the preparation and interpretation of reports,charts, graphs, and tables.
• Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-makingskills.
• Exceptional customer service orientation and phoneetiquette.
• Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.

Abilities

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of highly sensitiveinformation.
• Ability to meet and work with people of variousbackgrounds.
• Ability to follow verbal and written procedures andinstructions.
• Ability to plan and anticipate potential changes and actaccordingly.
• Ability to enact strategic changes affecting multiplestakeholders, including high-level university leadership.

EEO Statement

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant'squalifications and ability to perform the job without regard torace, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation,gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability,veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-relatedconditions, genetic information, or other bases protected byapplicable federal, state, or local law.