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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.
$72,000 / year median in Florida
+12% projected growth
Job Description
A&P Mechanic
Acro Service Corp
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Tallahassee, Florida
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CONTRACTOR
$27-$35/hr
Updated 09/02/2026
Job Description
Job Summary
You can expect to maintain and repair aircraft, diagnose mechanical issues, and coordinate with the crew and customers. You'll assist the lead mechanic, ensure customer satisfaction, and keep the service vehicle in top condition. Your responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):
Aircraft Maintenance and Repair:
Perform diagnostic and mechanical duties on various aircraft models, including disassembly, repair, replacement, reassembly, and adjustment of aircraft systems. Ensure work is completed timely and in accordance with established policies, procedures, and quality standards
Inspection and Documentation:
Check, correct, or replace complex aircraft assemblies and systems. Ensure compliance with FAR 43 documentation requirements while maintaining accurate written reports in logs and inspection documents
Parts Management:
Order and obtain necessary parts for aircraft repairs, ensuring cores are returned per established procedures
Safety and Quality Control:
Ensure all maintenance, preventive maintenance, alterations, or specialized services comply with Quality Control procedures while monitoring the work environment and correcting unsafe acts
Team Collaboration:
Work as part of a team to meet customer expectations, assisting mechanics and avionic technicians as needed
Mobile Service Vehicle Maintenance:
Assist the Lead MST in inspecting, maintaining, and servicing equipment and tooling in the mobile service vehicle. Ensure the vehicle is in safe operating condition, with proper fluid levels, tire pressures, and other necessary inspections and repairs
Requirements
What you need to be successful:
High school education or GED required
A&P License is required
Knowledge of inspection procedures set forth in FAR Part 145 is required
A minimum of 3 years-experience with varied jet, turboprop, piston, modification, aircraft/flight maintenance
Experience on Cessna, Beechcraft, or Hawker aircraft is preferred
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