Aircraft Mechanic Assistant jobs in Columbia, MO

Surdex is seeking an Aircraft Mechanic to work on our fleet of 10 single-engine pistons, twin pistons and multi-engine turboprops. We offer an excellent work environment focused on quality and safety. The ideal candidate will be a team player, take pride and ownership of their work, and eager to learn. $27-30/hour and eligible for overtime at 1.5 times the base pay rate for hours worked over 40 in a pay week.

The Aircraft Mechanic performs preventative maintenance, inspections, modifications and repairs in accordance with FAR, manufacturer's recommendations, technical manuals, and industry standards.

Essential Duties:

• Ensure inventory of critical components are available for unscheduled maintenance.
• Maintain aircraft appearance, both exterior and interior.
• Provide for the security, care, and maintenance of the hangar, tools, and equipment.
• Ground-run and taxi all equipment as trained and authorized by the DOM.
• Ensure all internal records are maintained to track aircraft and equipment squawks, diagnostics, repairs, parts, inspection, and return to service information.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Required:

• 2 years of experience, preferably in general aviation maintenance.
• Attitude and work performance that demonstrates Safety and Quality First attitude.
• Strong written, reading and verbal use of the English language.
• Maintain positive relationships with employees, vendors and customers.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Available to work overtime as needed.

Preferred:

• A & P rating.
• Associate degree in aviation maintenance.
• 5 years of experience, preferably in general aviation.
• Inspection Authority (IA) certification.
• Experience with structural repair, particularly sheet metal preferred.
• Available to travel as required to meet Surdex mission objectives.

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to access file cabinets/shelving, aircraft undercarriage at various heights.
• Visual acuity to see close, distance, color, peripheral and depth perception.
• The ability to climb ladders, scaffolding, and work at heights up to six (6) feet.
• The ability to occasionally work outside during all seasons of the year.
• Overtime may be necessary during major inspections and busy seasons.
• Ability to pass a drug test, motor vehicle and criminal background check.

We offer medical and dental insurance benefits, 401K with employer match, paid time off, and holidays. If you meet the qualifications and are looking for a long-term opportunity with a great company, please apply.

Surdex is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer.

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of Surdex not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.