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A&P Aircraft Mechanic / Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Piston & Turboprop - KHWD - Up to 70/HR
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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
A&P Aircraft Mechanic / Aircraft Maintenance Technician
- Piston & Turboprop
- KHWD
- Up to 70/HR
Absolute Aero Maintenance
Hayward, California
PERMANENT
ENHANCED
$42
- 70/hr
Updated 08/27/2026
Job Description
Overview
$42 - 70/hr
Job Summary
Absolute Aero Maintenance is the leading fixed wing recip general aviation aircraft maintenance provider in the San Francisco Bay Area, centrally located at the Hayward Executive Airport (KHWD).
We pride ourselves in providing first class customer service, and the highest quality of life for our technicians in the industry by focusing on high-end, privately-owned Part 91 aircraft maintenance, with regular working hours from Monday to Friday. No nights or weekends required!
Our dedicated team of experienced mechanics specializes in maintaining, upgrading, and inspecting a diverse range of single and multi-engine piston and turboprop aircraft from top brands like Cessna, Cirrus, Diamond, Epic, Piper and more. Absolute Aero Maintenance is a factory authorized service center for Diamond Aircraft, Epic Aircraft, Austro Engines, and Continental Diesel.
Role Description
This is a full-time on-site Aircraft Maintenance Technician role located in the San Francisco Bay Area at our facility at the Hayward Executive Airport (KHWD). The Aircraft Maintenance Technician will be responsible for performing airframe and powerplant maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repairs on fixed wing general aviation piston and turboprop aircraft.
Qualifications
FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) licenses required
Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred
At least three years of hands-on experience with piston and turboprop general aviation fixed wing aircraft maintenance, inspection, and repair required
Attention to detail, strong mechanical aptitude, and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication and teamwork skills
U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required
Valid driver's license
Compensation
Absolute Aero Maintenance offers industry leading hourly pay and a generous benefits package:
Hourly pay range: $42.00 to $70.00 per hour based on relevant experience and ratings
Annual performance bonuses
Anthem PPO medical insurance and DMO dental insurance, and Humana vision insurance fully paid for by the company for the employee
ShareBuilder 401K program with immediately vesting 5% company matching contributions
Two-weeks of paid vacation, with an additional day accrued per year of service
Seven paid Federal holidays per year
Five days of paid sick leave per year
Regular working hours: Monday to Friday 0800 to 1630 with opportunities for overtime
Requirements
FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) licenses required
Inspection Authorization (IA) preferred
At least three years of hands-on experience with piston and turboprop general aviation fixed wing aircraft maintenance, inspection, and repair required
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