A&P Mechanic - Aog

A&P MECHANIC – AOG
Job Summary:
HQ Aero is currently recruiting for experienced A&P MECHANICS – AOG in TETERBORO, NJ
Responsibilities:
The A&P Mechanic – AOG personnel are responsible for all aspects of maintaining the aircraft in accordance with the applicable Maintenance Manuals and all applicable FARs. This includes maintenance, inspection & repair of the company's aircraft, special tools, and ground support equipment; work order preparation, review, and completion. Safety will be the primary consideration while ensuring compliance with all State and Federal regulations, company policies, and requirements of 14 CFR Part 135 and all other applicable FARs that apply to the certificate holder. The AOG position requires a flexible schedule, rapid response ability and most importantly positive attitude. At times, the position may require last minute travel and ability to do maintenance away from company headquarters.
Qualifications, Experience & Requirements:

• Current A&P License required.
• Minimum 5 years of General Aviation experience is required.
• Must be able to work as a part of a team in a high-stress, fast-paced environment.
• Must be a self-starter, able to work with little to no guidance. Must be a highly motivated, detail-oriented, organized, with the ability to multi-task.
• Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to read, write and speak English.
• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Current driver's license
• Standard Aviation Tool Kit required
• Ability to pass DOT background check.
• Criminal Background Check & Compliant to FAA Drug and Alcohol screening checks are mandatory.

Job Type:

• Must be willing to work any shift.
• Availability to travel and work during nights, weekends, & holidays as needed.
• 7 days on, 7 days off

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Answer incoming maintenance calls when on duty or on call.
• Properly assist flight crews in troubleshooting, write-ups and MEL procedures.
• Work with base technicians and off-base vendors to ensure safe action plans are put in place.
• Inspect, maintain, and repair aircraft in accordance with aircraft manufactures manuals and FAR's when applicable; coordinate and document all such actions including communications with managers and leads.
• Complete work orders and account for parts and billable time
• Attend required training on airframe, engines, and equipment.
• Ensure the cleanliness of work areas and follow strict standards of process, safety and quality concern.
• Ensure that the hangar, workshops, and other areas are maintained in a safe and orderly manner.
• Assist Line Department personnel with ground handling and servicing of aircraft as needed.
• Develop and maintain a cohesive and cooperative teamwork environment with flight crews, department managers, technicians, and other company employees.
• Maintain knowledge of flight schedules on a daily basis and ensure production schedules meet delivery dates.
• Keep hangar, ramp, aircraft and vehicles secure at all times.

Essential Job Functions

• Ability to speak, write and read English.
• Knowledge of aviation procedures/servicing/maintenance
• Adept in workplace safety best practices
• Understanding of applicable FARs
• Knowledge of computers and electronic software applications
• Physical Demands: The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, Good vision and depth perception. Position requires frequent walking, standing and/or climbing. Candidates are expected to have knowledge and experience in working through specially designed airframe, engine and undercarriage openings while standing on ladders or scaffolds; to use hoists and lifts; required precision instruments and other necessary tools.
• Work Environment : FAR Part 135 aircraft maintenance in a hangar and ramp environment.

DISCLAIMER
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected by the successful applicant. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the successful applicant. The successful applicant may be asked to perform other duties as required.