Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Madras, OR

Aero Air, LLC • Madras, OR

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Aero Air is a people-centered aircraft service company that employs high-performing, dedicated professionals. We are a mission-driven organization committed to making a difference in the lives of people in our communities and on a national and global level. When you choose to work at Aero Air, you'll be joining a team that is supportive, collaborative, and treats everyone like family. Aero Air is the parent company of Erickson Aero Tanker (EAT), which operates year-round firefighting operations in support of government contracts. We are seeking applicants for Aircraft Maintenance Technician job openings in Madras, Oregon. We offer a very competitive wage and an excellent benefit package.

Requirements

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Mechanically inclined and either currently attending aircraft maintenance school or have a military background with aircraft maintenance experience.
• Must be willing and able to test for A&P license exam once eligible.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to demonstrate poise, tact, and professionally interact and communicate with employees, vendors, and individuals at all levels of the organization and community.
• Service-oriented and able to build productive professional relationships.
• Must possess adequate tools to perform job functions.
• Successful completion and favorable results of pre-employment drug screen and criminal history background check.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds.
• Requires the ability to read, hear, talk, stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, crouch, crawl, and climb all day.
• Accurate hand/eye coordination.
• Finger dexterity is required as well as hand strength, with the ability to grasp, lift, push and pull.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Frequent requirement to climb on a ladders.
• Ability to wear and utilize personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Assists licensed Aircraft Mechanics in the inspection, maintenance, repair, and servicing of aircraft while maintaining a constant focus on safety and quality.
• Performs efficient troubleshooting, aircraft maintenance and repair in accordance with applicable regulations, manufacturer's instructions, and company policies to ensure airworthiness.
• Ensures consistent, accurate aircraft maintenance records are maintained.
• Reads and interprets manufacturers and airlines maintenance manuals, service bulletins and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
• Operates all tools and equipment necessary to accomplish job assignment.
• Maintains and presents a clean and organized work area.
• Maintains reliable, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Adheres to all Aero Air policies and standards of conduct.
• Other duties as assigned by the department supervisor.

Benefits

• Relocation reimbursement
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan with an automatic 3% employer provided safe harbor contribution upon hire
• Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision
• Employer funded health reimbursement arrangement
• Employee paid life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program
• Pet insurance
• Corporate discount program on things like travel, gym membership

What This Job Offers

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