Aircraft Mechanic

Responsibilities

• Conduct aviation repairs and services to ensure safe and reliable flights.
• Execute maintenance procedures in compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations and company standards.
• Report all inoperative or faulty equipment to the Maintenance Supervisor or Lead Mechanic.
• Perform tasks necessary to comply with Federal Aviation Regulations and accept responsibility for work performed by themselves and/or in conjunction with others and sign for same on the Company's approved forms.
• Keep work areas clean.
• Return all equipment and tools to assigned areas.
• Assure that hangar workshops and other areas assigned are maintained in an orderly manner.
• Initiate proper documentation for each repair or inspection.
• Determine if the work to be performed is a Required Inspection Item.
• Verify that any part installed on any aircraft or component is approved for that aircraft or component and has been visually inspected and is free of damage or contamination.
• Ensure compliance with the Company's Security and Safety Management System (SMS).
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor through the Lead Mechanic.

Requirements

• Current FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid, state-issued Driver's License.
• Ability to use respirators and other personal protective equipment including eye and hearing protection.
• Authorization to work in the US.

Qualifications

• Capable of using respirators and other personal protective equipment including eye and hearing protection.
• Must possess or have ability to obtain a U.S. Passport or equivalent within 90 days of starting position.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write in English.

Skills

• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Ability to use test equipment and Company-supplied technical manuals.
• Ability to perform Required Inspection Items.
• Ability to maintain work areas in an orderly manner.
• Ability to document work properly.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including travel privileges on the American Airlines global network.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Hours are typically full-time, but may vary based on departmental needs.