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Aviation Personnel

A&P Mechanic - Cahokia, IL

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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.

$70,198 / year median in Illinois

+9% projected growth

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A&P Mechanic
  • Cahokia, IL Aviation Personnel
  • Cahokia, Illinois
CONTRACTOR
Posted 06/2026 Job Description Job Summary
Position:
A&P Mechanic
  • Cahokia, IL Only qualified candidates with the below experience will be considered for this position.
Job Description & Requirements:
The Aircraft Maintenance Technician position requires extensive knowledge of turbine engine and aircraft systems. It includes varying amounts of parts replacement or repair, electrical troubleshooting, hydraulic and pneumatic system work, inspection of aircraft or systems and general mechanical applications. Work order processing, log book entries. Job duties will vary each day and will encompass projects as designated by the Supervisor. Will be required to work independently.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Attendance.
  • Perform general mechanical functions on aircraft and related systems. This shall include, but not be limited to items such as removal and installation of panels and components, repair work and sheet metal repair or installation.
  • Troubleshooting and evaluation of systems on the aircraft when designated.
  • Inspection and evaluation of the aircraft and components when designated.
  • Aircraft movement, performance runs and taxiing when required.
  • Maintenance and repair of shop facility, equipment and tooling to support operations.
  • Work independently on projects as assigned. Schedule and work quality are essential in these functions.
  • Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education High school diploma or equivalent. Airframe and Powerplant License. Aircraft specific factory training preferred. Experience Airframe and Powerplant license minimum. Prior experience aircraft maintenance (Falcon, Embraer, Challenger, Global, Bombardier, Embraer, Citation, Textron, Piaggio) FAA paperwork, work orders preferred. Initiative Self-motivated and able to maintain a rapid pace. Able to process work with minimum supervision. Ability to lead and provide incentive to other team members. Responsibility Must perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines. Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties. Maintain customer oriented work habits. Completion of work orders, FAA paperwork. Aviation Personnel currently offers: .63 cents per mile up to $252.00 Travel Pay on your first check, Plus a $100.00 longevity Monthly bonus! Great benefits like: Holiday Pay, Vacation Pay, $250.00 referrals fees and FREE Direct Deposit. Cash Advances Available! Did you know Aviation Personnel
GUARANTEES
Highest pay package at every location we have openings? Please, give us a call 817-244-2125 We look forward to helping you find your next assignment; also please forward our information to your friends who might be interested as well. Job and company information not to be copied, shared, scraped, or otherwise disseminated without explicit consent of JSfirm, LLC.