Mechanic Student/Intern

First Roles; Devereux Heights (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

First Roles in the United States offers an Aviation Mechanic/A&P Intern (Co-Op) opportunity. This internship provides hands-on experiences in aviation maintenance, with safety as a priority and mentoring from experienced pros.

The program runs evenings and Fridays on-site, focusing on turbofan maintenance, troubleshooting, and tool management. Preference is given to Lincoln Land Community College students.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Prospective student must meet screening and security requirements.
• Must have basic computer knowledge.
• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have proven mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Must be able to use hand and power tools.
• Must interpret dimensions and measurements.
• Must lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must stand for 8 hours daily and be on-site.
• Must be able to climb ladders to access aircraft areas.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and major inspections on turbofan-powered aircraft.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and modify aircraft components and engines.
• Issue tooling to shop personnel and track tooling locations.
• Inspect, maintain, service, and repair tools; coordinate calibrations.
• Prepare tools for shipment to calibration vendors and maintain documentation.
• Observe safety and environmental policies; perform other duties as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Technical aptitude

Reading measurements

Basic computer knowledge

Physical stamina

On-site work capability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Description

Build an Aviation Career You're Proud Of

Join our team and kick-start your career in aviation with an amazing internship opportunity. We are one of the top independent maintenance, repair, and overhaul providers in the aerospace industry. Safety is our number one priority, and we are all about troubleshooting, problem solving, and working together to ensure the well-being of our people and products. As an intern at our company, you will get hands‑on experience in the industry while learning from experts who raise the bar for excellence. You will collaborate with teams that make a real difference. Preference is given to Lincoln Land Community College students.

Hours

M-TH evenings (4p-8p), then Fridays 6-2:30p (approx. 24 hours/week)

As a Mechanic/A &P Intern (Co-Op)

Here is an example of what you might be doing:

• The Mechanic Trainee will learn how to perform routine maintenance, and major inspections on turbofan-powered aircraft.
• Troubleshooting, repair, and modification of aircraft components and engines will also be a part of this OJT program.
• Issues tooling to shop personnel and maintains a system to track the whereabouts of tooling.
• Inspects, maintains, services, and repairs tools. Accomplish or coordinate tool calibrations as required.
• Prepares tools for shipment to outside repair and/or calibration vendors
• Maintains calibration certification documentation.
• Observes all safety, environmental and general housekeeping rules and policies.
• May perform other duties as required by the department.

Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience)

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S
• A prospective student must meet screening and security requirements.
• Must have basic computer knowledge.
• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have proven mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Must have proven experience using a variety of hand and power tools.
• Must be able to accurately read and interpret dimensions and measurements.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to stand a minimum of 8 hours per day and walk long distances.
• Candidates must be able to be on-site for work daily.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, crawl, and climb ladders in order to work on areas within the aircraft that are difficult to access.
• Must be able to think clearly and speak intelligibly on the telephone and in person.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference is given to Lincoln Land Community College Students

Salary

Salary: Starting salary of $19.21hr

Actual pay will be determined based on the selected candidate's skills, experience, and internal equity considerations.

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