Wood Shop Technician (Carpenter)

About the role

Jet Midwest is a full-service commercial aviation company specializing in the sale and lease of commercial aircraft, engines, and parts, as well as aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul services. This position is located at the Kansas City International Airport Area, in the former TWA Overhaul Base facility. We are seeking a motivated, high-energy team member to join our Materials Operations team as a Wood Shop Technician (Carpenter).

Responsibilities

• Scope, design, layout, prepare, and complete shop projects, primarily customized crating and storage solutions for aircraft parts using hand and power tools and fixing materials such as nails, screws, staples, adhesives, and bands
• Read and act on drawings and schematics
• Estimate height, width, length, volume, and other project requirements using basic math and measurement skills
• Utilize appropriate materials and tooling to complete daily work processes
• Safely operate equipment, use safe and appropriate material movement techniques, and contribute to shop safety and health through housekeeping
• Ensure unused materials are stored or disposed of appropriately
• Assist shipping department with material movement throughout the facility
• Inspect and reclaim previously used materials to assist with cost control
• Build “stock” crates to ensure rapid workflow
• Become forklift certified
• Perform other job duties as assigned
• Work independently and within a team
• Use power saws, nail guns, staplers, and other tools to assemble crates
• Lift up to 50 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodations
• Engage in regular interaction and coordination with team members across the supply chain

Requirements

• A High School Diploma or equivalent
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Standard framing techniques
• Crating and storage building techniques
• General carpentry and construction experience
• 2–3 years of direct, hands-on experience with the type of work described above, gained in a similar work environment, job site, or classroom setting
• 2–5+ years of work experience within a general carpentry shop or construction environment

Physical Demands & Work Environment

While performing the responsibilities of the Wood Shop Technician, you will be standing the majority of your workday. More than 75% of the job duties require the ability to stand and walk for extended periods, climb or balance, stoop, lift, kneel, utilize hand and power tools, grasp, push, pull, crouch, and crawl. At times, heavy lifting may be required (up to 75 lbs.), so appropriate lifting techniques and team assistance must be utilized.

Benefits

• Eligibility for a comprehensive benefits program starting the 1st of the month after 30 days of full-time employment
• 401K with company match
• Robust Paid Time Off
• 10 paid holidays
• Growth opportunities