Slide / Oxygen Technician

BARFIELD INC • Louisville, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Barfield, a subsidiary of Air France Industries KLM Engineering, is seeking a dedicated Slide & Oxygen Technician to join their Operations Department. Founded in 1945, Barfield has six facilities located near airports in Miami (MIA), Phoenix (PHX), Louisville (SDF), Atlanta (ATL), and Doral (MIA), serving customers operating commercial or regional aircraft in North, Central, and South America. As part of the Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance (AFI KLM E&M) network, a major MRO provider, Barfield offers technical support ranging from airframe maintenance to engine overhaul and repair, and component supply.

Requirements

• High School diploma or its equivalent.
• Understand, read, and write English, and have knowledge of basic math.
• Must be able to follow written instructions using schematic diagrams, Component Maintenance Manuals (CMMs), Airline EO’s, and other FAA-approved technical documents.
• Ability to learn the use of basic test equipment, including but not limited to Pressure Gauges, Hydrostatic Testers, Micrometers, Dial Indicators, Torque Wrenches, Calipers, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Must be adaptive and willing to engage new concepts, processes, and technical capabilities.
• Dexterity with hand tools.
• Must be mindful and proactive regarding safety procedures.
• Must be able to identify hazards and follow the shop processes to ensure personal safety and the safety of others.

Nice To Haves

• Technical college or Military training is a plus.
• Have a friendly and positive attitude.
• Always be ready to learn new skills and concepts and adapt to changing workflow demands.
• Be a team player willing to cross-train in other areas, such as logistics and metrology, and support those areas when needed.
• Have a willingness to understand customer contracts.

Responsibilities

• Using FAA-approved data, learn to pretest, disassemble, repair/overhaul, assemble, and final test aircraft components, including but not limited to Slides, Rafts, Oxygen Cylinders/tanks, Oxygen Masks, and similar components.
• Report to the Shop Lead Technician or Shop Manager.
• Be trainable in his or her position.
• Accept some supervision.
• Be willing to learn new skills to advance within the company.
• Be willing to follow company policies and procedures.
• Routinely lift and manipulate heavy objects.
• Keep a clean work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive total compensation and benefits package.

What This Job Offers

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