A&P Mechanic Afternoon Shift - Flight Support

Epic Aircraft•Bend, OR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Epic Aircraft is hiring an Afternoon Shift A&P Mechanic for its Epic Flight Support team. The role maintains, repairs, and troubleshoots airframe, avionics, engine, and propeller systems to ensure aircraft comply with FAA regulations and the company’s Part 145 Repair Station manual. The mechanic identifies malfunctioning parts and may recommend part changes or adjustments to aircraft specifications to improve performance. The position also involves documenting maintenance work and addressing flight-safety issues, including items not covered by a maintenance manual or safety bulletin. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 2:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Overtime and occasional travel may be requested. The position is based in Bend, Oregon. Relocation assistance is not provided. Employment is contingent on passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, with subsequent random testing.

Requirements

FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license or AMT; students who have completed most coursework but still need to take FAA testing will be considered.
Ability to work independently.
Good problem-solving skills and ability to work well with a team.
Professional appearance and excellent customer service skills.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and complete paperwork as needed.
Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds with assistance.
Physical ability to bend, twist, and fit in tight or uncomfortable spaces.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer without sponsorship now or in the future.
Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and subsequent random drug and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Pratt & Whitney PT6A engines.
Avionics experience; training is provided.

Responsibilities

Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair or replace aircraft systems.
Troubleshoot and correct aircraft discrepancies.
Identify malfunctioning parts and recommend part changes or adjustments to aircraft specifications.
Address flight-safety issues, including items not covered by a maintenance manual or safety bulletin.
Document and maintain maintenance paperwork in accordance with applicable regulations.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.

Benefits

Competitive wages of $30–$50 per hour, depending on experience, plus a $1-per-hour shift differential.
On-the-job training and advancement opportunities.
Two weeks of paid time off accrued each year.
Seven paid holidays per year.
Paid holiday time off between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
Discretionary year-end bonus.
Health, vision, and dental benefits paid 100% for employees and 50% for dependents.
401(k) retirement plan with a 3% matching program.
Company-provided work shirts.
Performance-based pay increases.
Access to the Epic Aircraft Flying Club.
Friendly team environment and company events.