Aircraft Maintenance Technician I

Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,000 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation university, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state.

This position is responsible for the inspection and maintenance of fleet aircraft.

Duty 1 -
Performs inspections of fleet aircraft; performs scheduled and non-scheduled maintenance.
Duty 2 -
Performs minor and major repairs/alterations as required.
Duty 3 -
Makes proper logbook entries in accordance with FAA regulations and university standards.
Duty 4 -
Manages parts and supply inventory through proper use of the computerized inventory control system.
Duty 5 -
Maintains assigned tools and equipment.
Duty 6 -
Performs related duties as assigned.

Educational Requirements
Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
Other Required Qualifications
Possession of FAA approved Airframe and Powerplant certificates.
Required Experience
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.

Knowledge of the inspection, repair and maintenance of aircraft systems.
Knowledge of FAA regulations.
Knowledge of aircraft logbook and records maintenance requirements.
Knowledge of the tools and equipment used in the inspection, diagnosis, and repair of aircraft systems.
Skill to read, understand, and implement manufacturer¿s technical data and instructions.
Skill to make timely decisions.
Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs.
Skill in decision making and problem solving.
Skill in interpersonal relations.
Skill in oral and written communication.

Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).

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This is a non-exempt (hourly paid) position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:

• Health insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Life Insurance
• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave
• Parental Leave
• Retirement
• Employee discounts
• Tuition reimbursement

Every member of the USG community is required to adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values - Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect - that form and guide the daily work of the organization.
Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent:
CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - Learning

Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.