Aircraft Accessories Technician

Job Details Job Location: Contour Maintenance- MQY - Smyrna, TN 37167 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: High School Salary Range: $ $36.00 Hourly Travel Percentage: Negligible Job Shift: Any Job Category: Installation - Maint - Repair

Contour Airlines is a long-established aviation services company with diverse capabilities. At Contour Airlines, our core values are at the heart of everything that we do and every decision we make. Constant throughout all of our lines of business is a commitment to integrity and safety. Our team members consistently display an attitude of excellence and the ability to think like a customer.  We recognize that there is strength in unity and work together as a team to accomplish our ambitious goals.  

As a full-time employee of Contour Airlines:

• You are eligible for health, vision, and dental coverage as well as short-term/long-term disability and voluntary life insurance policies. If selected, these are effective on the first day of the month following your date of hire. Our current benefit enrollment guide will be provided during the onboarding process if you are selected for employment.
• You are eligible to participate in our 401(k) savings plan, which would also be effective the first day of the month following your date of hire. The Company match is up to 6%. Your eligibility to participate in this benefit will be in accordance with the normal practices and guidelines of the Company. Our current 401K enrollment guide will be provided during the onboarding process if you are selected for employment.
• You are eligible to receive paid sick leave. You can accrue up to 56 hours per year which will roll over each year until your sick bank reaches 480 hours.
• You are eligible to receive vested vacation hours. These hours are available to you on January 1st following your date of hire.
• You are eligible for non-revenue/space available (NRSA) travel privileges after completing six active months of service.
• You are eligible for a variety of leaves of absence including medical leave, non-medical leave for the care of a family member, maternity leave, paternity leave, personal leave, etc. Specific information regarding Contour Airlines' leave of absence policy is outlined in our Employee Handbook which will be provided to you during the onboarding process should you be selected for employment.

Additional information:

• The starting hourly rate for this position is between $26.00 and $36.00 depending on your prior work experience. Based on your performance, you are eligible to receive a step increase of $1.00 each year based on your pay anniversary date until you reach $41.00. Once you have reached the maximum pay rate, you are eligible to receive a retention bonus of up to $2,000.00 each year.
• When you work in excess of 40 hours within the pay period, you are eligible for overtime which is paid at 1.5 times your hourly rate.
• When you work on a Contour Airlines observed holiday, you are eligible to receive holiday pay which is paid at 2 times your hourly rate. Specific information regarding Contour Airlines' observed holiday policy is outlined in our Employee Handbook which will be provided to you during the onboarding process should you be selected for employment.

Contour Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, creed, sex, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, pregnancy, pre-disposing genetic characteristics, veteran status, military status, disability, gender identity or expression, familial status, criminal history, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other protected status.

Contour Airlines understands that some applicants may need reasonable accommodations. Please contact the Human Resources Department at  to discuss any specific needs that you may have.

Contour Airlines' rapid growth has created exciting employment opportunities. We invite you to become part of the family.

Summary of Essential Duties:

• Perform overhauls or repairs on a wide variety of different airframe components.
• Troubleshoot and assist in repairing/inspecting different airframe components.
• Utilize and consistently learn new procedures on approved overhaul/repairs.
• Work as a team player and assist co-workers as needed.
• Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Be authorized to work in the United States and able to travel in and out of the United States
• Must have experience and be highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook inventory software, and tracking systems
• Prior experience with Component Controls Quantum software preferred
• Able to pass a required 10-year work history review and submit to criminal history records check
• Must pass a DOT required pre-employment drug screen and willing to submit to and pass FAA and Company mandated random drug and alcohol tests
• Possess polished and professional interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and a customer-oriented mindset.
• Possess strong leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Must have well-developed people skills and ability to work with a variety of personalities.
• Able to coordinate multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Able to handle interruptions and a fast paced environment.
• Maintain strong attention to detail.
• Be self-motivated and able to motivate others
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal delivered with tact and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Component aircraft experience preferred, but not essential.
• Previous mechanic experience required.
• A&P Mechanic license helpful, but not required.
• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulations

Physical Requirements:

• Lift at least 50 lbs.
• Routine walking, bending and squatting or sitting.
• Routing or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature and level of work required of the referenced position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in the position. Please be advised that the duties and expectations of this position may be subject to change.

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