A&P Technician - Piston Aircraft

ATP Flight School is seeking a quality Aircraft Mechanic / A&P / Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) to join our growing team. We need an A&P mechanic that can fit in quickly, has a positive attitude, and has General Aviation experience working on piston powered aircraft; preferably Cessna 172, Piper PA-28, and Piper PA-44.

Aircraft Mechanic Position Overview

The Aircraft Mechanic position works as a team member performing inspections, repairs and preventative maintenance on piston flight training aircraft. The successful candidate will possess the appropriate personality to work in a fast-paced aviation environment while maintaining a constant focus on safety and quality. A&P Mechanics will also possess the ability to dynamically move through ATP's computerized logbook management systems, adhere to the maintenance and manufacturer manuals, and make safety-focused decisions on a day to day basis.

Aircraft Mechanic Minimum Qualifications

• Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
• 2 or more years of piston-powered aircraft maintenance experience
• Knowledge and understanding of Federal Aviation Regulations and manufacturer manuals
• Possess adequate tools

Desired Qualifications

• FAA Inspection Authorization
• Private pilot's license
• Avionics troubleshooting experience (Garmin integrated avionics)

Responsibilities

• Perform efficient troubleshooting, aircraft maintenance, and repair in accordance with applicable aviation regulations, manufacturer's instructions, and company policies
• Ensure consistent, accurate aircraft maintenance records by properly documenting & completing required forms, computer entries, and logbook entries
• Follow all policies and procedures
• Keep a clean and orderly work environment
• Perform job duties in a safe manner
• Perform other duties as assigned

Pay & Benefits

• $25 to $30 per hour
• $15,000 Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Medical coverage (Employer pays 60% of total premiums)
• Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) Enrollment (100% Vested with no employer contributions)
• 8 Paid Holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day)
• 13 Paid Time Off Days per Year (PTO is earned on an accrual-based system, you accumulate a little over 1 day of PTO for each month you work. Accrued PTO may be requested upon successful completion of 90 days of employment.)
• 5 additional Paid Time Off Days per Year after 5 years of service (18 days total)
• 5 more Paid Time Off Days per Year after 10 years of service (23 days total)

Signing bonus and/or Relocation bonus available for qualified applicants!

We have locations nationwide. Check out our other current Aircraft Maintenance job openings here (https://atp-flight-school.breezy.hr/?&department=Aircraft%20Maintenance#positions)!

Background check and drug screening will be conducted

Travel for training will be required

Physical Demands

• Squat/kneel for extended periods
• Make fast, repeated movements of fingers, hands, and wrists
• Stand for extended periods
• Lift/carry more than 50 pounds of various items
• Maneuver body to enter confined spaces
• Bend, stretch, twist, or reach out
• Use stomach and lower back muscles to support the body for long periods without getting tired
• Move two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while remaining in place
• Be physically active for long periods without getting tired or out of breath
• Keep or regain the body's balance or stay upright when in an unstable position
• Climb to enter and exit aircraft using aircraft step/handles
• Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls
• Climb and stand on ladders
• Walk
• Read
• Push/Pull
• Speak
• Bend/Stoop
• Hear
• Write