Purpose
To assist certificated technicians in the repair, maintenance or modification on aircraft component parts to include dismantling, repairing, assembling and erection of machinery and mechanical devices and the exchange and replacement of electrical equipment or electrical components. The Aircraft Mechanic Helper is considered an entry-level position and works under the supervision of the Lead Aircraft Technician and Aircraft Manager. This position is limited to an 18-month period. It is required that at the end of the first 12-months of the 18 months, the Aircraft Mechanic Helper will successfully complete an assessment for potential eligibility to obtain an authorization to test for the FAA Airframe Certificate or to enroll in a FAA Part 147 School. Unsuccessful results will end the term of employment.
Essential Functions
• Perform inspection, repair, and modification on removed aircraft components in accordance with the Federal Air Regulations (FARs) and the Repair Station and Quality Manual.
• Operate shop equipment used in the manufacture and fabrication of aircraft and interior components.
• Become familiar with and follow the requirements of this Repair Station and Quality Manual, Federal Aviation Regulations, Airworthiness Directives, advisory circular, manufacturer’s service bulletins and any other required to perform their assigned work. Never begin any maintenance unless in possession of the proper, current and applicable approved or acceptable data.
• Ensure the work area is kept to the highest standards of safety, following the regulations and practices to avoid accidents. Ensure that good housekeeping practices are accomplished.
• Perform the proper tagging of components, parts and panels appropriately stored (including racks by aircraft).
• Perform documentation procedures and signoffs in accordance with Repair Station Manual and respective task requirements.
• Ensure that tools and equipment are correctly used and handled by operations personnel for both safety and to reduce breakages, wear and tear. Ensure tooling, GSE and ground equipment is returned to its proper storage area following use.
• Strive for continuous process improvements and increasing efficiencies in execution and delivery with safety as a priority.
• Maintain close and frequent communication with the Lead Technician, notifying him/her of progress and any roadblocks or threats to task accomplishment that could impact re-delivery.
• Ensure the highest quality service, safety standards and performance, with the objective of exceeding customer satisfaction in the re-delivery of airworthy, reliable and clean aircraft, in a timely manner.
• Take part in any required training as determined by the company.
Minimum Qualifications or Experience
• High School Diploma/GED.
• At least one year of mechanical or electrical experience, or trade school completion.
• Holds a current state driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications or Experience
• Enrollment in a FAA Part 147 Aircraft Maintenance Technology program.
• Aircraft maintenance experience on current aircraft fleet types being maintained or modified by the Repair Station.
Supervisory Responsibilities
• No.
Reporting Relationship
• Aircraft Maintenance Manager
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics
• Must be mechanically inclined.
• The ability to work in a team environment
• The drive to learn technical skills under mentorship
• Must be able to read, write and understand English to be to comprehend technical data.
• The ability to pass a background check and FAA/DOT Drug and Alcohol screening (including random testing)
Travel
There is no travel expected in this role.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Working Conditions
The work is performed in an office environment, industrial shop, aircraft hangar, at the departure gate or on the aircraft parking ramp.
Physical Activity/Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This position is considered MEDIUM work.
• Requires frequent walking, standing and/or climbing.
• Are expected to work 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.
• Exposure to climate changes is normally experienced in an aviation repair facility.
OCCASIONAL
FREQUENT
CONSTANT
• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Climbing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching
• Lift up to 10 pounds
• Standing
• Repetitive movements of arms and hands
• Sit with back supported
As part of the hiring process, applicants who receive an offer of employment will be asked to submit to a screening test to detect the presence of drugs (marijuana, opiates, cocaine, amphetamines, phencyclidine/ PCP). Offers of employment are conditioned on a negative result. If you are asked to submit to a drug test and you refuse to be tested, or you do not pass, Citadel Completions, LLC. will revoke any offer of employment. All drug tests will be conducted in accordance with applicable federal and state law.
If you are a qualified individual and have a disability, for which you need a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job to which you are applying, you are entitled to one under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Citadel Completions, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
This position offers an exciting opportunity to drive the growth and success of our VVIP completion and refurbishment business across multiple regions. If you are a driven, results-oriented sales professional with a passion for the aviation industry, we encourage you to apply and join our dynamic team.