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2nd Shift, Falcon, Aircraft Maintenance Technician

West Star Aviation
East Alton, Madison County, Illinois
325 days ago

Now hiring Falcon experienced Aircraft Technicians to work in our growing service center leading a team of AMT's in completion of scheduled maintenance and inspections to complex modifications and repairs.  

Openings are available on the following work schedules:  

2nd shift = 3pm – 11pm, Mon - Fri, overtime as needed 

$2 per hour shift pay and paid meal period! 

  ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS   

  • Perform general mechanic functions on aircraft and related systems. This shall include, but not limited to items such as removal and installation of panels and components, repair work, and sheet metal repair or installation.  
  • Perform advance level troubleshooting and repairs.  
  • Examine, disassemble and inspect engines, parts or other components for wear, warping, breaks, leaks or other non-conformities or deficiencies.  
  • Assemble and install electrical, plumbing, mechanical, hydraulic, and structural components and accessories, using hand tools and power tools.  
  • Service and maintain aircraft systems by performing tasks, including, but not limited to flushing crankcase, cleaning screens, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.  
  • Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft structures, functional components, and parts, such as wings and fuselage, rigging, and hydraulic units.  
  • Test engine and system operations, using testing equipment, and listens to engine sounds to detect and diagnose malfunctions.  
  • Remove engine from aircraft or install engine, using hoist or forklift truck.  
  • Disassemble, and or modify aircraft structures, systems, or components, following drawings, engineering orders and technical publications.  
  • Read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals and specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.  
  • Adjust, align, and calibrate aircraft systems, using hand tools, gauges, and test equipment.  
  • Maintain and repair of shop facility, equipment and tooling when required.  
  • Work independently on projects when required.   

  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

   

  • 3+ years experience maintaining, inspecting, servicing and repairing Falcon aircraft.  
  • FAA A&P License and high school diploma or GED.  
  • Prefer candidates who possess an Associate Degrees in Aviation Maintenance or related area of study.  
  •  A valid drivers license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not required  
  • Must be able to work overtime as needed.   
  • Work schedule assignments will be made based on business need along with demonstrated level of knowledge, skills and experience.  
  • Must be able to read, write, interpret and speak the English language.  
  • Complete work in accordance with WSA standard operating procedures, quality requirements, aircraft manuals and FAA regulations.  
  • Adhere to general work & safety rules.  
  • Be self-motivated, able to work well in a team-oriented environment and take pride in work performed.  
  • Able to lift at least 50 lbs or more.  
  • Routine standing, walking, bending, squatting, sitting or stooping.  
  • Manual work requires routine or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.  
  • Work in performed in an aircraft hangar environment subject to extreme temperature variations from very cold to very hot.   


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