Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic / Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Reports to Director of MaintenanceRepair, works under moderate supervision to learn and perform basic tasks associated with aircraft maintenance.
• Accurately completes required maintenance-related paperwork or utilizes maintenance tracking software.
• Communicates effectively with other maintenance personnel at all levels by keeping co-workers and leadership apprised of work progress and difficulties as they arise.
• Completes on-the-job-training (OJT) forms and any required reading in a timely manner.
• Accesses and correctly follows instructions published in aircraft maintenance manuals.
• Helps with general cleanup of work area and monitors time on assigned tasks.
• Responsible for accurately clocking into jobs and monitoring time on assigned tasks.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including: aircraft movement, customer service, being a positive representation of PlaneSmart’s maintenance team when regulatory authorities are present (FAA, DOT, TSA, etc.).

Qualification Requirements; Skills And Knowledge

• Demonstrate a desire and ability to learn new tasks.
• Regular and consistent attendance.
• Good verbal and written communication skills with extreme attention to detail.
• Computer literacy: Microsoft office, email client, maintenance tracking software: TRAXXAL & CAMPS (preferred).
• Ability to communicate effectively with other maintenance personnel at all levels regarding job related issues.
• Ability to work with or learn to work with basic tools and mechanical systems.
• Meet all regulatory requirements per 14 CFR Part 65.
• Be able to read, write, speak and understand English.

Education And/Or Experience

• High School education or equivalent.
• FAA Airframe or Powerplant license REQUIRED.
• 1+ years aviation maintenance experience preferred.
• Prefers 1+ year piston single engine experience with Continental IO-360, IO-520, & TIO-550 engines.