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SkyWest Airlines
A&P Mechanic
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What they do
An Aircraft or A & P Mechanic maintains and repairs different types of aircraft such as planes, jets or helicopters. Provides scheduled maintenance and inspections. May specialize in working on the frame, engine, electrical systems or other parts of an aircraft, or specialize in certain types of aircraft.
$85,510 / year median in California
+8% projected growth
Job Description
- About SkyWest
- Looking for the next step in your Aircraft Maintenance career? As a SkyWest A&P Mechanic, you will be a part of a fast-paced environment full of variety that puts your talent to work on our growing fleet of aircraft. Plus, new mechanics in Milwaukee (MKE), Chicago (ORD) and Salt Lake City (SLC) qualify for
- a $10,000 bonus
- with a commitment to work in that location for at least three years. Those with military A&P experience are also eligible for
- an additional $7,500 bonus
- . This rewarding opportunity will help you gain new skills as you work nose-to-tail on our aircraft, belong to a world-class family of fellow mechanics, and have a crucial impact on the entire SkyWest operation.
- Primary Job Duties
- As an A&P mechanic, you will work on the entire aircraft and effectively troubleshoot our growing fleet of CRJ200, CRJ550, CRJ700, CRJ900, and E175 aircraft.
You will also:
+ Troubleshoot all aircraft systems + Be responsible for making critical decisions regarding aircraft safety in a timely manner + Be trained to perform all maintenance functions unsupervised, at any time + Manage all documentation and paperwork, including parts paperwork- Minimum Requirements
- + Meet all FAA and Safety Requirements + Hold a valid FAA-issued A&P Certificate + Possess good troubleshooting skills + Possess excellent communication and people skills + Possess problem-solving and organizational skills + Be willing to work a night/third shift position, including nights, weekends, and holidays + Exercise good judgment in working with people in a team environment, as well as in aircraft maintenance and safety +
Preferred:
CRJ and EMB experience +Preferred:
Be familiar with Company and Manufacturer Manuals + \#zr- Physical and Other Requirements
- + Be at least 18 years of age + Possess a valid, unrestricted driver's license + Be able to read, write, and understand the English Language + Be able to comfortably lift 60 lbs. routinely with or without reasonable accommodation + This is a Department of Transportation safety-sensitive position _Please complete the online application. Qualified applicants will be contacted._ _This job posting_
- _may_
- _have an additional video/phone interview requirement.