Sheet Metal Technician - 1104
West Star Aviation Inc. · Perryville, MO · Today
ManufacturingFull-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.
- Communicate effectively (speaking, writing, reading) in English.
- Assist in supervising crews and setting priorities for involved projects.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
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 work in a fast-paced environment.
- Attend work every day as scheduled, including overtime and weekend assignments.
- Reliable transportation to get to work each day.
- Comply with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.
- 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 and work from drawings.
- Strong fastening systems, procedures, and techniques.
- Basic computer skills to navigate electronic training, manuals, and maintenance databases.
Skills
- Effective communication (speaking, writing, reading).
- Basic computer skills.
- Knowledge of turbine aircraft structures.
- Ability to read blueprints and work from drawings.
- Fastening systems, procedures, and techniques.
- Basic computer skills.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage with HSA and FSA options.
- Life insurance, disability benefits, and supplemental benefits.
- 401(k) plan with employee contributions and employer match.
- Paid holidays and weekly paid time off accruals.
- Flexible work schedules.
- Semi-annual discretionary bonuses.
- Shift differential for alternate shifts.
Pay
The compensation is competitive and industry-leading, with weekly paydays and a shift differential available.
Schedule
Flexible work schedules are offered, including 5x8, 4x10, and 3x12.