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Do you want to be a part of a team of aviation innovators who are helping change the industry landscape?
Our client is an aviation & aerospace company specializing in aircraft management, private jet charter, and maintenance services. With facilities in the top three American charter markets, our client is uniquely positioned to provide quality private jet services to a discerning clientele. The company operates a fleet of over 20 midsized to heavy jets for private owners, providing charter services, aircraft management, brokerage, and consulting. Their certification as "Stage 3" for business aviation operations by the International Standards Organization (IS-BAO) places them among an elite group of companies audited and documented as providing business aviation services at the highest levels of safety and security.
They are currently recruiting for an Aircraft Technician (A&P Mechanic) in West Palm Beach, FL.
What Is In It For You
Salary: High competitive salary
Position Type: Permanent - Full-time
Benefits: Medical, Dental, 401K, Disability, Company-provided Life Insurance, FSA, HSA
A Day In The Life of an Aircraft Technician (A&P Mechanic)
An airframe and powerplant (A&P) mechanic is an airplane mechanic who repairs and services every part and system in an airplane except the instruments. An A&P mechanic must meet the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) standards and comply with FAA regulations to be authorized to work on airplanes. This position involves the performance of both mechanical and administrative tasks in FAR 135 and 145 environments.
As an Aircraft Technician (A&P Mechanic), you will be expected to manage and perform maintenance and inspections for multiple aircraft across the company bases. Administrative tasks include generating, processing, and closing work order packages, aircraft computerized maintenance tracking, and coordinating and handling outside maintenance providers (OMPs) for OMP work performed both on-site and away. Job responsibilities entail work outside normal business hours and some travel. Moderate to heavy lifting is required.
Essential Duties of The Aircraft Technician (A&P Mechanic)
- Responsible for properly performing all work assigned to him/her in accordance with approved maintenance procedures, recording all work performed, and assuming responsibility for that work as indicated by his/her signature or initials.
- Notifies the Director of Maintenance of any discrepancies or un-airworthy conditions found during the performance of work assigned.
- Notifies the Director of Maintenance immediately about any conditions that would create a problem relating to parts, materials, airworthiness, or workmanship.
- When directed, he/she will attend any maintenance training program the Company may establish.
- Responsible for completing all required paperwork entries clean, neat, and legible.
- Maintains their working area in a clean and orderly manner.
- Supervises any un-certificated person employed by the Company and performs maintenance to Company aircraft.
- Documents all work performed influencing references to technical data used on work orders and other internal forms as required.
- Document all parts and/or equipment removed from or installed on aircraft on the removal and installation forms.
- Promote an efficient and professional work environment
- Able to work with minimal supervision
- Needs to be available to work different shifts and weekends as requested.
- Able to travel away from the primary facility for training and work.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
- Holds a current mechanic certificate with Airframe and/or Powerplant rating from an FAA Approved training program (required)
- Inspection Authorization (desired)
- Minimum five years of aircraft maintenance
Knowledge Requirements:
- Knowledge of both FAR 135 and 145
- Knowledge of aircraft maintenance tracking systems, including CMP and CAMP
- Familiarity with MS Word and Excel
- Formal type-specific training in aircraft (desired)
Requirements:
- Minimum of 3-5 years full-time employment as an Aircraft Technician in a corporate/business jet setting (strongly preferred)
- Must have maintenance experience on one or more of the following brands of aircraft (corporate jet lines of aircraft only):
- 1. Gulfstream
- 2. Dassault
- 3. Bombardier
- 4. Cessna
- 5. Embraer
- 6. Hawker
- Experience in FAR 145 Repair Station (desired)
- Comply with all Federal Aviation Regulations, company operations manual, operations specifications, standard operating procedures, and company policies & procedures.
- Must be able to pass DOT/FAA drug screening background checks and submit to random drug/alcohol tests when required.
- 100% Employer Sponsored Medical Plan options
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- 100% Employer Sponsored Life Insurance + additional plan options
- 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan + employer match program
- Flex Spending Account (FSA)
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Holidays
- Monthly Cell Phone Allowance
If you are interested in the Aircraft Technician (A&P Mechanic) job in West Palm Beach, FL, apply today!
This vacancy is being advertised by Total Aviation Staffing, LLC. The services advertised by Total Aviation Staffing, LLC are those of an Employment Agency.
