Jobs · Management · Missouri

Sheet Metal Technician - 1104

West Star Aviation Inc. · Perryville, MO · 1 wk ago
ManagementFull-time

About the role

This position offers a unique opportunity to join a rapidly growing maintenance repair organization. We provide a supportive environment that values personal and professional development.

Responsibilities

  • Perform basic sheet metal operations such as drilling, riveting, cutting on airframe and associated components.
  • Apply and remove sealant, sound deadening and finish materials.
  • Maintain, clean and repair shop facilities, equipment and tooling when required.
  • Navigate electronic training, manuals, and maintenance databases.
  • Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English.
  • Assist in supervising crews and setting priorities for involved projects.
  • Work under supervision of assigned Team Leader.
  • May be directed to supervise other technicians in some capacity.

Requirements

  • A High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Airframe and Powerplant License is preferred.
  • A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.
  • Prior experience working with sheet metal is preferred.
  • Self-motivated and able to perform in a fast-paced environment.
  • Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments.
  • Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.
  • Must have reliable transportation to get to work each day.
  • Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.
  • Maintain customer-oriented work habits.

Qualifications

  • Basic to advanced knowledge of turbine aircraft structures.
  • Ability to read blueprints, working from drawings, fastening systems, procedures and techniques.
  • Basic computer skills to be able to navigate electronic training, manuals, and maintenance databases.
  • Physical requirements: Lifts 50 lbs., routine walking, bending and squatting, or sitting, routine or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands, climb ladders and stairs, work in small, restricted areas, standing for long periods of time.
  • Mental requirements: Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines, troubleshoot or evaluate system operation, work with others in a professional manner.

Skills

  • Basic sheet metal operations.
  • Reading blueprints and working from drawings.
  • Fastening systems, procedures and techniques.
  • Sealant, sound deadening and finish materials.
  • Computer navigation skills.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • Supervisory abilities.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage with Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options.
  • Life Insurance, Disability Benefits & Supplemental Benefits.
  • 401(k) Plan with Employee Contributions & Employer Match.
  • Paid Company Holidays & Weekly Paid Time Off Accruals.
  • Flexible Work Schedules including 5x8, 4x10 and 3x12.
  • Weekly Competitive & Industry Leading Pay.
  • Semi-annual discretionary bonus.
  • Internal Mobility & Career Advancement opportunities.

Pay

Weekly competitive and industry leading pay.

Schedule

Varied schedules including 5x8, 4x10 and 3x12.

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