AOG/MRT Mobile Repair Technician - Wichita Area

JOB SUMMARY

This position is for the Mobile Repair Team near Wichita, Kansas or surrounding location and states. As a technician on this team you will be required to perform all work with the highest level of technical knowledge and experience, in addition to maintaining the utmost level of professionalism with customers, vendors and other flight department or customer personnel on both a personal level and also as a direct representative of West Star Aviation.   You will be required to do maintenance or avionics servicing, troubleshooting and / or repairs needed of corporate aircraft anywhere in the world in which the aircraft is located.  This may include locations at various points cross the Americas and the globe, to include remote areas where modern conveniences may not always be available.  There will not be a “normal” work schedule for this position which must be able to work an unscheduled week to include any number of days and hours including overtime to get the job accomplished.  This may include weekends and / or holidays.  Advance notice will be provided in all cases when such notice is available to West Star.  Will be required to work independently and lead multiple projects. Will have direct customer contact.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ensure all documents are signed off completely, properly and timely in accordance with standard operating procedures.
• Technician must be able to be “travel ready” any day of the week within one hours notice.
• Technician is primarily assigned to the AOG (aircraft on the ground) Team; however, as a secondary function, you could also be assigned to a facility hangar team during times where there is no AOG aircraft.
• Troubleshooting and evaluation of systems on the aircraft as needed.
• Oversee inspection and evaluation of the aircraft and components as needed.
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Education                           

High school diploma or equivalent.

Airframe and Powerplant License.

Aircraft specific factory training preferred.

A valid drivers license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport

Experience                         

Airframe and Powerplant license required.

Minimum of 8 years prior experience on aircraft maintenance.

FAA paperwork, work order and billing process experience.

Customer contact experience preferred.

Initiative                               

Self-motivated and able to maintain a rapid pace.

Able to process work with minimum supervision.

Able to deal directly with customers, including with areas of conflict.

Responsibility                   

Able to perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.

Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.

Maintain customer-oriented work habits.

Direct the work and flow of multiple projects.

Completion of work orders, FAA paperwork and billing items.

Understand and implement regulations and guidelines.

Troubleshoot and evaluate system operations.

Work with others in a professional manner.

Contacts                             

Other technicians in all maintenance departments and other departments.

Team Leader of other teams assigned to project and Operations Manager.

Customers or outside vendors.

Physical Requirements 

Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.

Routine walking, bending and squatting or sitting.

Routing or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.

Basic personal computer operations.

Mental Requirements      

Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.

Ability to troubleshoot or evaluate system operation.

Ability to work with others in a professional manner.

Ability to coordinate project.

Extensive customer contact skills.

Supervision                       

Will work under supervision of Operations Manager.

Work with minimal supervision from Operations Managers.

Work with other Team Leaders on multiple projects in a cooperative manner.

Working Conditions        

Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.

Work outside during aircraft runs will occur.

Varied positions in and around the aircraft.

Equipment Used              

Personal hand tools supplied by the mechanic.

Pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical equipment.

Jacks, stands, lifts and other support devices.

Tugs, power carts and other engine powered equipment.

Personal computer and work order prints.