Aircraft Mechanic

Position Title: Aircraft Mechanic 

Salary: $35,000/year starting. Performance based raises. 

Benefits: FES Staff Aircraft Rental Rate, Sick Pay 

Schedule: Monday-Friday. 7am-4pm, with one hour lunch break. Occasional weekend help. 

Location: Glendale Municipal Airport, Arizona (KGEU), and satellite locations support

Description: Fly Eagle Sport is a fast growing flight school in the Phoenix, AZ area. We are seeking an A&P mechanic to manage and maintain a fleet consisting primarily of Remos GX- Light Sport Aircraft. Additional aircraft, both LSA and/or part 23 aircraft may be added in the future. The mechanic will report to FES management and work with staff to ensure all aircraft are in safe and legal flying condition. This position requires a mechanic that can accomplish self-driven work tasks, maintain an organized work environment, and is excellent at records/logbooks and reports. This position is best suited for someone that is looking to grow with a company and be a part of a booming segment in the aviation training industry. This position will grow with the company and is a vital part of our business. Starting pay is probationary but once this mechanic has proven they are a long term fit, raises will follow.   

Requirements:

·       Hold at least an A&P certificate   

·       Have constant and positive attitude towards safety and a deep understanding          of the responsibility entrusted to them as an aircraft mechanic

·       Conduct their work with integrity

·       Have excellent organizational skills

·       Security- Must ensure their work space and access to offices are locked         when not in use 

·       Possess teamwork, customer service skills, and treats their co-workers with      dignity and  respect

·       Solves problems timely and in accordance with proper procedures

·       Coordinate Maintenance items with other approved mechanics

·       Communicate effectively the fleet status and issues to FES management

·       Maintains clean logbooks and proper maintenance entries

·       Responds quickly to pilot discrepancies to return aircraft to service

·       Have their own basic set of tools

·       Be able to follow manufacturer's guidance on routine maintenance and repairs

·       Be able to move aircraft by hand and conduct general aircraft servicing

·       Conduct Condition (LSA) and 100-Hour Inspections on fleet aircraft

·       Occasionally maintain other non-aviation company assets (fuel trailer, golf      cart, other vehicles, etc)

·       Work with local IAs for Annual Inspections on company aircraft

·       Generate monthly aircraft usage reports for business partners and city requirements

·       Composite construction/repair skills

·       Troubleshoot avionics

·       Calibrate avionics and instruments

·       Maintain tools and parts accountability at all times

·       Perform standard part 91 equipment inspections  

·       Occasionally travel (drive or fly) to our other locations to fix aircraft that can’t be flown to our maintenance facility

·       Be highly productive and goal oriented in a self-driven environment

·       Can send/receive parts and material shipments for the company

·       Must take pride in their workplace, keeping tools and parts clean, organized, and labeled.

·       Must take pride in our workplace, keeping aircraft service items available to customers and help to maintain a clean working environment.

·       Be resourceful in finding and purchasing aircraft parts and equipment

·       TSA Flight School Security Awareness Training must be completed yearly

Potential Hazards:

The job applicant should know and be familiar with potential hazards associated with aircraft maintenance. They will be required to use proper personal protection to prevent injury. Hazards may include but are not limited to: 

·         Loud engine noise

·         Hot and cold working environment temperatures

·         Hot and cold parts/material handling

·         Composite materials, chemicals, and tooling

·         Sharp objects/tools, aircraft material dust, particle projectiles from    grinding/sanding etc.

·         Machinery and mechanical equipment that can crush, pinch, cut, etc

·         Lifting heavy objects by hand or by machine

·         Spinning propellers and other aircraft related operational hazards

·         Use of ladders or other elevated work

·         Hazardous fumes: exhaust, chemicals fumes, etc. 

·         Hazardous liquids: oils, gas/fuel, cleaners, lubricants, etc.

FES expects and requires the job applicant to use goggles, safety glasses, face shields, ear protection, aprons, gloves, safety harnesses, breathing equipment and any other suitable protective equipment to meet the hazards of any job performed.

Preferred Qualifications:

·         Prefer at least one year of shop experience

·         Prefer Rotax engine experience/certifications

·         Prefer flight school fleet experience

·         Prefer Light Sport Aircraft experience

·         Prefer holding a Private Pilot Certificate or greater (or can obtain one with us)

·         Prefer a mechanic that wants to stay long term and grow with this company