Propeller Mechanic

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Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm
Location: Wichita, KS

Summary of Accountabilities

Seeking a mechanic with propeller shop overhaul and repair experience.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Assist team leaders and shop foreman with overhauls, repairs, replacements, etc. on aircraft propeller systems in a safe and expeditious manner and within FAA, and or manufacturer’s specifications.

2. Become familiar with technical publications (maintenance manuals, parts catalogs, airworthiness directives, service bulletins, etc.) concerning aircraft propellers maintained at this facility.

3. Own and maintain basic hand tools to perform assigned tasks.

4. Work and communicate closely with other shop and office personnel to assure smooth transition of all customer property.

5. Become familiar and proficient with all Propeller Shop test and maintenance gear.

6. Perform all tasks assigned by management in a timely and safe manner.

7. Maintain a professional demeanor towards all customers, (internal and external), showing a

courteous, informative, and sincere attitude.

8. Maintain a clean and neat work area. Assist with housekeeping duties as assigned.

9. Provide backup to shipping and receiving personnel when they are moving aircraft propellers in and out of the work areas.\

10. Other activities and projects as approved by Management.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work of the job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this position.

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Must meet the requirements of Airport Authority to be receive a badge and have no ramp restrictions Current Valid Driver’s License
  • Propeller Repairman Certificate is a plus
  • Ability to perform composite repairs is a plus
  • Previous painting experience is a plus

Communication Skills

Must be able to read and speak English and be able to communicate effectively with other personnel.

Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. Must be able to repeatedly lift 35 lbs. overhead.
  • Occasional periods of walking, sitting, rotation, bending, pushing, pulling, and reaching.
  • Occasionally lifting to 50 lbs, and frequently lifting up to 35 lbs.

Work Environment

  • Frequent exposure to general shop conditions.
  • Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, lubricants, metals, dust, and solvents.
  • Occasional exposure to seasonal weather.

Additional Requirements or Skills

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

  • Propeller Repairman Certificate is a plus

Computer Skills:

  • Basic computer aptitude required

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test.

This employer uses E-Verify.

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