A&P Mechanic Apprentice (Part 121)

Role Summary

The A&P Helper is responsible for assisting with the maintenance of company aircraft. The assigned A&P or Repairman will provide back-sign as proof of supervision, as per 14 CFR Part 43.3(d). A&P Helpers are expected to accumulate substantial on-the-job (OJT) training hours or complete their own college coursework in order to test for an Airframe and/or Powerplant license. Payment for testing fees is available, subject to certain restrictions.

Compensation Starting at $25.00 p/hr
Schedule Must be available to work nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts as required by operational needs. 
Employment Type Regular Full-Time
FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Key Duties

• Ensure that all assigned tasks are carried out in accordance with the policies and procedures outlined in the General Maintenance Manual. Stay updated by reviewing Maintenance Bulletins and Memos as they are released.
• Aid A&P Mechanics and Repairmen in the replacement, installation, maintenance, and repair of aircraft components.
• Utilize hand tools or power tools to adjust, connect/disconnect wiring, piping, tubing, panels, and other aircraft parts.
• Support coworkers by providing tools and supplies, maintaining cleanliness in work areas, and assisting with holding materials or tools.
• Take part in the assembly and disassembly of machinery, equipment, components, and parts.
• Carry out tasks such as cleaning and lubricating machinery, equipment, instruments, tools, work areas, and other objects using power tools and cleaning equipment.
• Position vehicles, machinery, equipment, physical structures, and other objects for assembly or installation using hand tools, power tools, and moving equipment.
• Assist with preheating, deicing, aircraft launch and recovery, servicing, fluids, snow removal, and hangar recovery.
• Maintain company-required qualifications and recurrent training. 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He or She will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his or her supervisor.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Must be able to pass a Drug Test and Airport Background Check.
• Must be available to work nights, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts as required by operational needs.
• Proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced, safety -critical environment
• Proficient in computer literacy with experience in Microsoft Office Suite preferred

Benefits Packet Includes

• Group Medical/Vision/Dental/Life Insurance Coverage
• 401k Retirement Match Savings Plan 
• Paid Holidays
• Floating Holiday
• Paid Time Off
• Jury Duty Pay
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Employment Opportunity 

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you would like to view a copy of our affirmative action plans, please contact us.