Aircraft Maintenance Technician, LIFT Academy Columbia

About the Role

The LIFT Academy A&P Mechanic performs preventive maintenance, repair, modifications, and other maintenance of aircraft, components, and related equipment in accordance with standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance, repair, modifications, and other maintenance of aircraft, components, and related equipment in compliance with 14 CFR, manufacturer specifications, Company policy and procedures, FAA, and OSHA standards.
• Performs maintenance mechanic duties in all areas inside and outside the hangar.
• Troubleshoots all aircraft systems.
• Executes maintenance work orders.
• Uses tools, equipment, and test apparatus necessary to assure completion of work in accordance with accepted industry practices.
• Verifies that all calibrated tooling is current on its calibration before use.
• Verifies materials and parts used are of a serviceable condition.
• Verifies that each part or component is effective for the aircraft on which it will be installed.
• Adheres to material handling and control procedures specified in RSQCM and by equipment manufacturers.
• Initiates material requests.
• Evaluates the area and equipment to ensure safety is not compromised before performing maintenance.
• Applies safety first at all times and maintains a clean, safe working environment.
• Updates Supervisor on progress of work performed.
• Reviews paperwork at the end of shift to ensure all work is signed for prior to departing the maintenance facility.
• Assists with completion of shift turnover reports in accordance with RSQCM procedures.
• Completes all department internal company forms, maintenance records, documents, work orders, and performs maintenance computer system transactions as required.
• Provides coaching and on-the-job training as directed.
• Adheres to established work schedule and participates in shift meetings and briefings as required.
• Submits written suggestions for changes in operational procedures that enhance safety and cost-effective aircraft maintenance.
• Accesses Company Intranet to utilize RSQCM and aircraft manuals.
• Ensures part effectivity is correct per aircraft.
• Adheres to recurrent training, including required FAA AMT training, and keeps necessary licenses and certifications up-to-date.
• Reads and acknowledges maintenance newsletters and Company emails on a timely basis.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent with an FAA Airframe and Powerplant license.
• Experience using a computer to look up information and input data.
• Able to work both in a team setting and individually.
• Able to pass an FAA required 10-year work history review and pass criminal background and fingerprint checks.
• Willing to submit to and pass FAA and Company mandated random drug and alcohol tests.
• Must possess the required tools.
• Must understand and follow aircraft maintenance manuals.
• Strong interpersonal skills and detail-oriented.
• Must successfully pass background check and drug test.
• Possess a stable employment history.
• Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License and a clean driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as an A&P mechanic or airline experience.
• Avionics experience.
• Experience with General Aviation piston aircraft.
• Superior communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Excellent electrical and mechanical troubleshooting skills.

Skills

• Ability to read, write, and understand the English language.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively and be understood before groups of associates.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations.
• Possess decision-making skills and determine best methods to solve problems by referring to established precedents and policies.

Physical Demands

• Able to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, and feel, reach with hands and arms at least 90% of the time.
• Able to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl up to 60% of the time.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds at least 35% of the time.
• Able to lift or move 75 pounds over 70% of the time.
• Must be able to see to perform work and to see approaching vehicles, aircraft, and machinery.

Work Environment

• Work near moving mechanical parts, with fumes or airborne particles over 90% of the time.
• Work in high, precarious places up to 50% of the time.
• Work around toxic or caustic chemicals up to 30% of the time.
• Withstand risk of electric shock and work with explosives up to 10% of the time.
• Work in outdoor weather conditions inside and outside an open-air hangar up to 100% of the time.
• The work environment can be very loud.
• Able to wear a respirator and protective equipment for testing and regular duties, including minimal facial hair to ensure proper fit in accordance with OSHA regulations.

Schedule

Able to work nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays to support 24-hour operations.

Travel Requirements

Able to travel up to 5% of the time, including overnight stays.