A&P Mechanic

GAL AeroStaff • Chandler, AZ

4d • Onsite

About The Position

GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is seeking experienced Airframe and Powerplant Mechanics to perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on flight school and general aviation aircraft. The A&P Mechanic will be responsible for troubleshooting, inspecting, repairing, maintaining, documenting, and returning aircraft to service in accordance with AeroGuard company procedures, approved technical data, and all applicable Federal Aviation Administration regulations.

Requirements

• Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant license required at the time of hire.
• Minimum of two recent and consecutive years of general aviation maintenance experience as a certificated A&P Mechanic required.
• Basic set of aircraft maintenance hand tools required.
• Strong knowledge of general aviation aircraft maintenance and inspection practices.
• Knowledge of Title 14 CFR Parts 43 and 91.
• Ability to independently make airworthiness and return-to-service decisions.
• Ability to perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot airframe, powerplant, electrical, mechanical, and related aircraft discrepancies.
• Ability to inspect, repair, service, and maintain company aircraft.
• Ability to read and understand maintenance manuals, parts catalogs, engineering drawings, service bulletins, airworthiness directives, and other approved technical documentation.
• Ability to complete aircraft logbook entries and accurately document work performed.
• Ability to release aircraft for return to service within the authority of an FAA A&P license.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and team-building skills.
• Extreme attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and make sound maintenance decisions.
• Ability to manage workflow and adjust priorities as needed.
• Ability to remain productive and assist coworkers without continuous supervision.
• Ability to adapt to changing maintenance priorities and flight school instructions.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to learn and use the Talon RMS computerized maintenance system.
• Familiarity with general office equipment, aircraft maintenance tools, shop equipment, and ground support equipment.
• Ability to operate company vehicles and aircraft as required.
• Ability to work different shifts based on operational requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience maintaining Piper aircraft preferred.
• Garmin G1000 experience is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on flight school and general aviation aircraft.
• Troubleshoot, inspect, repair, service, and maintain company aircraft in accordance with approved technical data and applicable FAA regulations.
• Diagnose airframe, powerplant, electrical, mechanical, and related aircraft discrepancies.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on aircraft systems, components, and equipment.
• Make airworthiness determinations within the authority of the mechanic’s FAA Airframe and Powerplant license.
• Read and interpret maintenance manuals, parts catalogs, engineering drawings, service bulletins, airworthiness directives, and other approved technical data.
• Ensure assigned work is completed in accordance with company procedures, quality requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Complete aircraft logbook entries and all other required maintenance documentation.
• Release aircraft for return to service within the authority of the mechanic’s certifications.
• Ensure compliance with Title 14 CFR Parts 43 and 91.
• Manage assigned workflow and adjust priorities according to flight school operational requirements.
• Coordinate with maintenance leadership, other technicians, and flight operations personnel.
• Use applicable shop equipment, test equipment, aircraft maintenance tools, and ground support equipment.
• Operate company vans, trucks, golf carts, aircraft, and other equipment when authorized and required.
• Maintain a basic set of hand tools necessary to perform assigned aircraft maintenance duties.
• Maintain accurate and complete aircraft maintenance records.
• Keep work areas clean, safe, organized, and free of hazards.
• Follow all company safety procedures and quality standards.
• Work assigned shifts based on maintenance and operational requirements.
• Assist coworkers and identify productive work without requiring continuous direction.
• Perform other related duties and assignments as required.

Benefits

• Medical benefits after 90 days of employment.
• Three paid holidays per year after 90 days of employment: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.
• State-mandated sick leave, where applicable.
• Travel pay, when applicable to the assignment.
• Per diem split, when applicable to the assignment.
• Access to a 401(k) plan.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Health savings account.
• Flexible spending account.
• Employee assistance program.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k).
• 401(k) company matching.
• Retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED