The Aircraft Mechanic Lead assigned to this position is a working lead responsible to the Off-Site Supervisor for performing duties as assigned. Frequently exercises independent judgment and possesses abilities sufficient to supervise a crew of five aircraft mechanics. Coordination with the on-site customer for daily availability of aircraft assigned to the site. Work is performed under minimum supervision, and the employee consults with the off-site supervisor only for the initial job assignment and where departures from standard practices are involved. This position is eligible for a cost-of-living allowance (COLA) stipend and separate supplemental compensation based on the employee’s endorsements and/or certifications.
The essential functions include but are not limited to, the following duties. Additional essential functions may be identified by the organization and listed as such in the incumbent's performance appraisal elements. Various tasks may be assigned under each essential function. The examples of work listed are not all-inclusive; they are examples only and may be amended or added to as needed by the organization.
The incumbent performs other job-related tasks as assigned and required; any duties/tasks included in the employee's performance evaluation elements are essential to that employee's position within the job classification.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The following minimum qualifications have been identified by subject matter experts (SMEs) who have supervised this position or functioned in the position. If a candidate believes he/she is qualified for the job but does not have the minimum qualifications set forth below, he/she may request special consideration through substitution of related education and experience, demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Any request to substitute related education or experience for minimum qualifications must be addressed to the V2X Recruiter in writing, identifying the related education and experience that demonstrates the candidate's ability to perform all essential functions of the position. If a candidate believes he/she needs a reasonable accommodation to meet these minimum qualifications or, if called for an interview, to attend such an interview, the candidate must notify the V2X Recruiter in writing of the need for the accommodation and identify the specific accommodation requested.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:
The following are required:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The employee works in an aircraft hangar for the majority of the shift and is required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms as well as push and pull items. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds regularly.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Normal day-to-day working conditions are inside an aircraft hangar with good ventilation and airflow. Work may be regularly required in outside weather conditions where employees will be exposed to all types of environmental conditions and extremes such as hot, cold, rain, wind, etc.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes, or airborne particles, and the risk of electrical shock. The employee is required to wear personal protective equipment including eye protection, ear protection, hand protection, respirators, masks, aprons, leather safety shoes, steel toe shoes, fall protection harness, and other equipment anytime the potential for hazards exists. The employee is occasionally exposed to highly precarious places, confined spaces, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of radiation, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Employee benefits include the following:
Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time and may be modified at the discretion of the company, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation or benefit plans
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