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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.

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