Technician I

AMETEK, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. is seeking a maintenance technician in Wichita to support production cells with disassembly, cleaning, safety wiring, and painting of aviation components.

You will resolve routine issues, escalate complex problems, and report to cell leads on technical matters. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and 2+ years in related maintenance tasks, with strong troubleshooting and documentation skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in procedures, practices, inspection methods, and materials/tools/equipment used in the shop.
• Preferred experience includes strong troubleshooting down to component level with gauges and test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and alteration tasks on civil aviation articles per manufacturer instructions and FAA directives.
• Complete maintenance documentation legibly and accurately for all work performed.
• Maintain and operate special tools and equipment in serviceable condition.
• Ensure actions are performed per manuals and documented on the proper forms.
• Monitor quality and accuracy of work within the shop and handle parts properly.
• Observe safety and security procedures and report unsafe conditions.
• Be able to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shift.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electronic systems

MS Office

QA/Documentation

Education

High school Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Quantum

Job description

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Business Unit: Maintenance & Repair North America

Posting Date: Jul 8, 2026

Job Description:

The Technician will provide technical/operational support to the production cells as well as perform disassembly, cleaning, safety wiring and painting of aviation components. Serves as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues and refers only the most complex issues to higher levels. Will report to cell leads for any technical issues.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Properly execute the duties assigned.
• Perform maintenance and alteration tasks on civil aviation articles in accordance with the current technical data provided in the manufacturers’ Instructions for Continued Airworthiness, Service Bulletins, service letters, Airworthiness Directives, government and industry standard practices, and other data acceptable to or approved by the FAA.
• Ensure that all maintenance documentation is completed legibly and correctly for all work performed.
• Maintain repair station’s special tools and equipment in serviceable and working condition.
• Ensure all required maintenance actions are performed in accordance with the applicable manufacturers or customer provided maintenance manual and that all actions are correctly and completely documented on the appropriate maintenance forms.
• Ensure the accuracy and quality of all work performed within their respective shops.
• Ensure the proper handling of all parts while being processed through the maintenance function.
• Ensure the proper tagging and identification of parts and components as delineated in the RSQC Manual.
• Observes all safety and security procedures.
• Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Reports potentially unsafe conditions. .
• Other duties as assigned.
• Ability to work any shift (1st, 2nd, or 3rd)

Education:

• High school Diploma or GED

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in procedure, practices, inspection methods, materials, tools and equipment generally used in the work performed by his/her assigned shop.

Preferred Experience:

• Strong troubleshooting knowledge down to component level using measuring gauges and test equipment.
• Knowledge of electronic business systems Microsoft Office, Quantum or other internal business management system.
• Ability to work well under pressure, multitask and meet deadlines.
• Looking for a hands-on individual with the ability to see the big picture.
• Proven team player who has demonstrated capabilities in the following areas: excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal skills, well-developedproblem-solving skills, solid organizational skill; and the demonstrated ability to be self-directed and effectively relate to all levels of the organization.
• Strong business judgment and ethical work habits.
• Ability to interact in a positive and professional manner and to develop and maintain strong working relationships with co-workers, supervisor, vendors, and customers.
• Strong attention to detail and focus on quality and accuracy.
• Customer focused and results oriented.

Compensation

Employee Type: Hourly

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 40,000

Salary Maximum: 45,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer:Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000colleagues, in 35countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK isacomponent of the S&P 500. Visithttps://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].