Aviation Maintenance Technician

Casey's•Ankeny, IA

5d•$40 - $52•Onsite

About The Position

Join Casey's Aviation team as an Aviation Maintenance Technician! As an Aviation Maintenance Technician, you'll perform aircraft maintenance and inspection activities to ensure company aircraft meet all FAA regulatory requirements and operational standards. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining aircraft systems and components; completing required maintenance documentation; supporting fueling and ground operations; and maintaining hangar facilities and equipment. You'll play a critical role in ensuring aircraft safety, reliability, and readiness for flight while promoting a culture of safety, compliance, and operational excellence.

Requirements

Valid FAA Airframe and powerplant (A&P) License
High School Diploma or GED
Strong understanding of aircraft mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
Demonstrated commitment to safety and regulatory compliance
Builds positive working relationships and effectively communicates maintenance status, technical information, and operational needs with pilots, vendors, and internal stakeholders
Ability to work independently and effectively manage competing priorities
Maintains a high level of accuracy when performing inspections, maintenance activities and regulatory documentation
Consistently prioritizes safety, compliance, and risk mitigation in all aspects of aircraft and facility operations
Effectively identifies issues, troubleshoots equipment and aircraft systems and recommends practical solutions
Demonstrates reliability, sound judgement, and ownership of responsibilities to ensure aircraft readiness and operational excellence
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., work in noisy environments
Ability to occasionally travel for work assignments, up to 25% of the time
Ability to obtain and retain an airport AOA badge if needed
Availability to work weekends, holidays, evenings, and varying hours based on flight schedules, operational needs, and maintenance requirements
Must be able to respond to unscheduled maintenance needs and support aircraft availability requirements, as needed

Nice To Haves

Experience maintaining and servicing Cessna Citation aircraft
Experience operating and maintaining ground support equipment (GSE)
Experience fueling aircraft using over-wing and single-point fueling systems
Familiarity with aircraft maintenance tracking systems and electronic recordkeeping

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled and unscheduled aircraft inspections, maintenance, repairs and modifications in accordance with FAA regulations, manufacturer requirements and company standards.
Remove, repair, replace, and reinstall aircraft systems and components to ensure continued airworthiness and safe operation.
Conduct preventative maintenance and pre-flight/post-flight inspections to maintain aircraft readiness, reliability, and safety.
Complete and maintain accurate maintenance records, compliance documentation, aircraft logbooks, and service program reporting requirements.
Support aircraft ground operations, including towing, fueling, servicing and updating aircraft databases and maintenance tracking systems.
Maintain hangar facilities, ground support equipment (GSE), fuel farm operations, and associated records to ensure a safe and efficient operating environment.
Coordinating with vendors, service providers, and facility maintenance teams to support aircraft, equipment and facility needs.
Perform aircraft and hangar housekeeping activities to maintain a professional, safe, and operational workspace.
Participate in routine audits and inspections to ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and operational requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.