The Aircraft Technician I, under close supervision, performs or assists with the inspection, maintenance, and repair of basic aircraft systems and structures.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Communicate as required to receive and understand work assignments.
• Perform basic aircraft inspections, repairs, and modifications under close supervision.
• Assist with the movement of aircraft as required. 
• Properly complete CMP cards, work order signoffs, and other paperwork in a timely manner. 
• Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications. 
• Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment.
• Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely. 
• Follow standard operating procedures when operating ground support equipment (external power carts, hydraulic power units, hydraulic lift platforms, forklifts, compressed gas cylinders, etc.) 
• Ensure all customer property is properly protected. 

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate or 2 years of aviation maintenance experience.
• Working knowledge of FAA regulations, process specifications, Repair Station and Quality Control manuals, and company policies and procedures

Additional Functions:

• Use material tracking system to create parts demand, and to charge labor to Work Orders, items, and squawks. 
• Properly collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic and de-icing fluids, and solvent rags. Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean and uncluttered. 
• Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment. Return items to designated storage area after use. 
• Comply with safety rules and procedures. Use protective equipment as required and be alert for unsafe conditions. Address and report unsafe conditions before putting people or property at risk. 
• In support of aircraft certification and final phase testing, may include flight tests on aircraft as required. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.