Lead A&P Mechanic - ARK

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Lead Mechanic effectively maintains and troubleshoots aircraft systems and provides supervision and guidance to assigned personnel in the maintenance of assigned aircraft.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

1. Provides personnel work assignments as well as guides, mentors and provides on-the-job instruction or training to the assigned group in related technical information job procedures, safety and general shop and hangar practices.
2. Assumes responsibility of the quality and quantity of work produced by their assigned team (crew).
3. Coordinates with the Manager and Supervisors to carry out duties in an effective and efficient manner.
4. Participates and enforces compliance with housekeeping, tool control and environmental and safety programs.
5. Responsible for the maintenance and preventative maintenance of aircraft, components, and equipment.
6. Monitors the status of the aircraft in-work and coordinates efforts with the Maintenance Manager and subordinate personnel.
7. Assist in researching and requisitioning of aircraft parts and components in determining the serviceability of parts and components in question.
8. Reviews aircraft records to ensure that required maintenance has been performed and that all associated documentation has been completed.
9. Follows technical data, manuals, regulations, and other maintenance directives as required.
10. Determines airworthiness of aircraft and components IAW Federal Aviation Regulations.
11. Demonstrates behavior in accordance with company policies and guidelines.
12. Demonstrates a high level of focus on customer service and operational awareness.
13. All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have in-depth knowledge of Boeing aircraft.  Ability to read, write and interpret technical data and special operating instructions.  Good verbal and written skills and leadership ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

This position requires a high school diploma or GED certificate.  Must hold a valid Airframe and Powerplant license.  Must have seven (7) or more years of heavy maintenance experience on large commercial aircraft.  Recent aircraft maintenance supervisory / lead experience is desired.  Maintenance experience on corporate aircraft is also desired.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• Employees are regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and outside weather conditions.
• Employees are occasionally exposed to explosives and vibration.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Must be able to use ladders, stands, lifts, etc. and be able to work on all areas of aircraft. 
• Physical exertion: pulling, bending, pushing, reaching, standing, walking, and lifting / carrying of containers, equipment, etc. not to excess of 50 pounds.
• May work inside or outside of maintenance hangar.
• This position requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to work various shifts, which may include evening and weekend hours.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Word processing, Spreadsheets, Internet software, E-mail, Database software, Inventory software, Order Processing software.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Valid A&P Certificate

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Drug Screen
• Background Check
• Valid Driver’s License