Hangar Facilities Technician (MRO & Hangar Facilities Maintenance))

Avocet Aviation Services•Sanford, FL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Hangar Facilities Technician is a hands-on role responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and operational readiness of hangar, office, and exterior facilities supporting an FAA-regulated Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) operation. The position performs electrical, plumbing, industrial cleaning, and general facility maintenance in an active hangar environment, ensuring areas remain FOD-free, compliant, secure, and audit-ready. The role supports aviation operations but does not perform aircraft maintenance or approve work affecting airworthiness.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
6–8 years of hands-on facilities or maintenance experience.
Experience with electrical, plumbing, and general facility maintenance.
Experience operating industrial cleaning or maintenance equipment.
Working knowledge of OSHA safety standards and hazardous materials handling.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in an active hangar environment.
Ability to pass an airport background check and obtain a security badge.

Nice To Haves

Industrial, aviation, or manufacturing maintenance experience.
Experience in an FAA-regulated environment, such as Part 145, 135, or 91.
Aviation, industrial, or warehouse facility experience.
Familiarity with FOD prevention practices.
Experience working at a commercial airport or secure facility.

Responsibilities

Perform hands-on facility maintenance across hangars, offices, restrooms, break rooms, storage, and exterior areas.
Conduct basic electrical, plumbing, and general repairs within non-licensed scope.
Operate industrial cleaning equipment, including floor scrubbers and pressure washers.
Maintain hangar floors and work areas in a clean, safe, and FOD-free condition.
Support facility readiness for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance events.
Conduct routine inspections and report facility or safety concerns.
Assist with facility setup or reconfiguration to support MRO operations.
Perform work in compliance with FAA regulations and the Repair Station Manual (RSM/MOE), airport authority rules and security procedures, OSHA standards, HazCom requirements, and environmental and hazardous materials regulations.
Properly manage and clean up hazardous materials, including oil, fuel, Skydrol, hydraulic fluids, and chemicals.
Follow PPE requirements and safe work practices.
Support internal and external audits and facility inspections.
Comply with airport access control, badging, and escorting requirements.
Immediately report security issues, unsafe conditions, or spills, and maintain awareness of controlled and secure airport areas.