FBO AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (NON‐LICENSED)

*FBO AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (NON‐LICENSED)* Status: Full-time Non-exempt Supervisor: FBO Manager *SUMMARY* The purpose of this position is to perform semi‐skilled mechanical and technical work in the maintenance and repair of aircraft and aircraft equipment for the Aircraft Maintenance facility at Meridian Aviation, a division of the Meridian Airport Authority.
*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS* The following duties are required for this position.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and can be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities assigned and required by management that it deems applicable, indicated, or necessary at any time, with or without notice.
* Performs specialized diagnostic and mechanical work in all phases of repair, services and provides preventative maintenance of aircraft and aircraft engines to ensure air worthiness.
* Performs troubleshooting and repairs of more difficult and sophisticated mechanical, electrical and auxiliary aircraft systems.
* Performs a variety of advanced tasks in repairing and maintaining component parts of various types of aircraft and aircraft engines in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations and manufacturer's recommendations.
* Maintains aircraft logs and other records of work performed in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration and agency standards.
Writes dispositions and corrective actions on repairs for purposes of customer billing and inspection acceptance.
* Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with aircraft maintenance and aircraft operations, which may include but is not limited to a utility truck, forklift, welder, paint machine, painting tools, plumbing tools, carpentry tools, electrical testing equipment, sheet metal tools, micrometers, rivet guns, pressure gauges and radio communications equipment.
* Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, equipment, tools, and facilities in operable condition, which may include inspecting equipment, refueling vehicles, checking/replacing fluids, greasing equipment, replacing parts, repairing equipment, washing/cleaning equipment, and cleaning shop and work areas; monitor equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; report faulty equipment.
* Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.
* Communicates via telephone and/or two‐way radio; provides information and assistance; take and relay messages; respond to requests for service or assistance.
* Communicates with supervisor, employees, control tower personnel, airport personnel, contractors, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchanges information, or resolves problems.
* Responds to maintenance or other emergency situations after business hours when on‐call.
* Conducts various errands as needed, such as picking up or delivering parts, supplies, and materials.
* Provides assistance to other employees as needed.
* Performs other related duties as required.
*PERFORMANCE APTITUDES AND REQUIREMENTS* Physical Presence: The presence of the employee or collaboration of the employee in person is required.
Data Utilization: Requires the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data.
Exercise discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships.
Human Interaction: Requires the ability to exchange information for the purpose of clarifying details within well‐established policies, procedures, and standards.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate and control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools and/or materials requiring complex and rapid adjustments.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, advisory and/or design data and information.
Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; the ability to calculate decimals and percentages; the ability to utilize principles of fractions; and the ability to interpret graphs.
Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.
Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.
Physical Requirements: Stand/walk for most of the work shift.
Perform repetitive job duties that require constant attention to operating process.
Periodically push/pull containers weighing up to 100 pounds and lift containers up to 100 pounds.
Climb to heights of up to 25 feet using a ladder or scaffolding while carrying weight of up to 40 lbs.
Adjust to distractions and interruptions and handle multiple priorities simultaneously and safely.
Environment: Frequent exposure to noise levels loud enough to require employees wear hearing protection.
Extreme outdoors weather and temperature levels, fumes, vibration, etc.
, sufficient to cause minor discomfort, oily/wet conditions.
Employees to wear protective eye wear (when required), uniforms, non-slip shoes, and gloves (when required).
*REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS* High school diploma or GED; complete set of aircraft mechanic's tools; at least one (1) year of experience maintaining fixed wing aircraft or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Candidates and employees must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age, fluently speak and read the English language, be authorized to legally work in the United States of America, and possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.
Meridian Airport Authority is a drug‐free, alcohol free workplace.
Employees are expected to comply with background, drug, and/or alcohol screenings; possess excellent verbal and written documentation skills; be team oriented; be accountable; and be self‐motivated.
Our goal is to provide a superior customer service experience at all times.
*COMPLIANCE* Meridian Airport Authority (“Authority”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Authority is committed to compliance with all anti‐discrimination laws, regulations, and policies.
The Authority will ensure equal employment opportunities (“EEO”) for all Authority employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), genetic information, age (40 and over), disability, sexual orientation, or reprisal for participation in protected activities.
Discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), genetic information, age (40 and over), disability, or sexual orientation is strictly prohibited.
Retaliation against any employee who files an EEO complaint or who participates in the EEO process is also strictly prohibited.
Any discriminatory or retaliatory conduct is unlawful and violates Authority policy.
Employees shall be appointed, promoted, disciplined, rewarded, and dismissed solely on the basis of merit and fitness.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified applicants and/or employees with disabilities, unless the accommodation is considered an undue hardship to the Authority or the disability poses a direct threat (i.
e.
, significant risk of substantial harm) to the health and safety of the employee or others.
Both prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
_*A pre-employment drug screen and background check are required.
*_ Our full Application for Employment: www.
meridianairport.
com/careers More about our facility: www.
meridianaviation.
aero Job Type: Part-time Pay: From $20.
00 per hour Expected hours: No more than 30 per week Benefits: * Employee assistance program Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday * On call Application Question(s): * Please tell us why you are an outstanding candidate for this position.
Education: * High school or equivalent (Required) Language: * English (Required) Shift availability: * Day Shift (Required) Ability to Relocate: * Meridian, MS 39307: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person