A&P Technician

Job Summary

The A&P Technician at National Airlines is responsible for repairing, testing, and maintaining aircraft engines, components, and systems in accordance with FAA and customer specifications. This position requires a high school diploma or GED, FAA certification with Airframe and Power Plant ratings, and at least three years of experience exercising the certificate. Essential functions include servicing, inspecting, and maintaining aircraft, troubleshooting systems, and performing inspections.

Essential Functions

• Services, inspects, and maintains aircraft, aircraft engines, and associated components.
• Effectively performs work to meet deadlines and performance goals IAW company policies & procedures.
• Reviews aircraft log entries with flight crews on trip arrivals.
• Performs all duties in compliance with General Maintenance Manual, Company policy and all applicable FAA and DOT regulations, including proper completion of paperwork and forms related to assignment.
• Repairs, maintenance, overhaul, and inspection of assigned equipment, components, and aircraft as required by location, according to established procedures and requirements.
• Troubleshoots system(s), disassembles, repairs, and reassembles sections and components to maintain full functioning equipment according to requirements.
• Maintains work areas, vehicles, and materials in a clean and safe condition.
• Being accountable for the quality of the work the individual performs, ensuring all assigned tasks are completed efficiently and safely.
• When authorized by the Quality Control, perform inspection of designated Required Inspection Items.
• Maintains current inventory of flyaway kits, including serviceable parts, unserviceable parts, and tools. Coordinates the return of used parts.
• Responsible for fueling and or defueling.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) Diploma
• FAA Certificated mechanic with Airframe and Power plant ratings, and a minimum of three (3) years exercising the certificate.
• Valid, unrestricted Passport with the ability to travel in and out of the United States or ability to obtain one.
• Able to crawl, bend, kneel, climb and stoop frequently in confined spaces.
• Able to drive tugs, trucks, lift trucks, snorkel lift, boom lift and tractor after attending training.
• Comfortable with working on lift platforms to heights of up to 20 feet and above.
• Able to learn and use technical manuals. Good mechanical aptitude and ability to solve problems effectively.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver License and a record that meets our company’s insurance standards.
• Must pass a background check which may include a pre-employment drug test and criminal history records check (CHRC).
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country in which the position is located.
• Must be able to perform repairs effectively and quickly in short notice, high pressure situations, at various locations, and in all types of weather.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications – Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Ability to learn and use technical manuals, good mechanical aptitude and solve problems effectively.
• Ability to stay focused and work under pressure.
• Excellent written, verbal, communication, and analytical skills.
• Organized self-directed individual who is a team player with strong work ethic.
• Must be able to prioritize effectively.
• Ability to travel.
• Knowledge of Maintenance software applications.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Ability to learn and use technical manuals, good mechanical aptitude and solve problems effectively.
• Ability to stay focused and work under pressure.
• Excellent written, verbal, communication, and analytical skills.
• Organized self-directed individual who is a team player with strong work ethic.
• Must be able to prioritize effectively.
• Ability to travel.
• Knowledge of Maintenance software applications.

Supervisory Responsibility

No

Physical Demands

• Extended periods at workstation, using a keyboard, viewing a computer screen, and communicating by telephone and in person.
• Ability to frequently crawl, bend, kneel, climb, stoop and work in confined spaces moving vehicles, aircraft and situational awareness.
• Must be able to climb and work from ladders, and/or walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to a minimum of 70 pounds and maneuver up to 125 with the appropriate equipment.

Work Environment

• On airport tarmac exposed to weather elements.
• On board aircraft, traveling with Flight Crew to different destinations.
• Outside, and Office settings.
• Work shift varies.

Travel/Other Requirements

• Must be able to travel domestically and internationally without restrictions.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

National Air Cargo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, Protected Veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions or other conditions of employment or career development. We take affirmative steps to hire and advance females, racial minorities, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We offer Reasonable Accommodations where necessary to candidates for employment and to our qualified employees with disabilities.