Cleaning Technician - 2nd shift (Aviation Parts and Components)

Segers Aero Corporation•Fairhope, AL

12d•$20 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Segers Aero Corporation is seeking an Aircraft Cleaning Technician to clean parts and components for customer aircraft, engines, engine accessories, and propellers. The position may involve working with hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals and products. It is considered safety-sensitive under DOT and FAA regulations and is subject to drug and alcohol testing in accordance with those regulations. The role works a second-shift schedule of four 10-hour days, Monday through Thursday, from 2:00 p.m. until 12:00 a.m., with a paid lunch, for 40 hours per week. The technician works to the production schedule under direction from a manager or lead and must perform duties with little or no supervision. Travel may be required. The work environment includes frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, occasional exposure to fumes or airborne particles and vibration, and generally loud noise. The position requires compliance with applicable aviation, safety, and PPE requirements, and the ability to provide verification of U.S. citizenship or permanent residency to satisfy ITAR/EAR restrictions.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
High school diploma or GED required.
At least 1 year of professional hands-on experience, including manual work or entry-level craftsmanship, required.
Proficiency with a variety of hand tools, special tools, and ground support equipment (GSE) required for assigned maintenance tasks.
Ability to work with little or no supervision and take initiative.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and supervisors.
Ability to use applied knowledge, common sense, and problem-solving to address situations.
Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
Proficiency in company-specific software and Microsoft Word and Excel.
Ability to perform arithmetic with fractions and decimals, compute percentages, ratios, and rates, and interpret graphs.
Ability to comply with OSHA requirements and standards and properly wear applicable PPE.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and heavier loads occasionally with assistance.
Ability to see within normal vision range, with or without corrective lenses, and hear running machinery.
Ability to use hands, wrists, and fingers repetitively and demonstrate strong eye-hand coordination.
Ability to reach overhead regularly and stand, walk, squat, bend, twist, stoop, kneel, climb stairs, and walk around regularly as needed.
Ability to provide verification of U.S. citizenship or permanent residency to satisfy ITAR/EAR restrictions.
Must pass a criminal background check and DOT/FAA pre-employment drug screen and comply with FAA regulations.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of troubleshooting experience with aircraft, automotive, or industrial engines and equipment, or completion of an aviation school.
Experience cleaning mechanical parts and/or components.

Responsibilities

Clean aviation parts using PRF680 (mineral spirit), glass bead, and plastic bead.
Prepare parts for painting by cleaning, stripping, sanding, or chemically treating them as needed.
Prepare accessory parts for painting, including cleaning, taping, aluminum prep, and alodine application.
Clean the preparation area before, during, and after operations.
Maintain a clean workstation free from foreign object debris (FOD) and store tooling properly.
Maintain a safe workspace free of spills or obstructions that could cause harm.
Properly dispose of excess materials throughout operations.
Work in accordance with applicable FARs, bulletins, maintenance manuals, and acceptable practices.
Follow the production schedule as directed by a manager or lead, and read and follow routing tags, sheets, and traveler directives.
Travel as required.
Confer with the manager or lead about changes to equipment utilization, production methods, and procedures to improve departmental efficiency.
Attend required safety and health training in a timely manner.
Work scheduled shifts and comply with the company attendance policy.
Work overtime as needed.
Observe and practice safety procedures and policies, including use of required personal protective equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Three weeks of vacation.
10 paid holidays.
401(k) plan with employer matching up to 4%.
Medical plan.
Telemedicine program.
Identity theft prevention program.
Company-paid dental and vision coverage for the employee.
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability.
Company-paid basic life and AD&D coverage equal to 2x base salary.
Voluntary supplemental life and AD&D coverage options.
Spouse and child life coverage options.
Flexible spending account options for medical and dependent care.
Company-paid employee assistance program, including three free counseling sessions.
Paid lunch.