Job Information
Western Aircraft A&P Aircraft Mechanic in Boise, Idaho
Job Summary
Inspect, test, repair, maintain, and service aircraft using test equipment and hand tools, as needed, to return aircraft to service per FAA and manufacturers specifications.
Shifts include Monday through Friday (five 8 hour shifts) OR Friday/Saturday/Sunday (three 12 hour shifts)
Duties & Responsibilities
Performs routine maintenance and inspections on corporate aircraft
Ensures proper care of customer property at all phases of maintenance work
Accurate completion of required paperwork and work order details in Corridor computer system
Continually keeps clean and organized work area including personal tool box
Participates in on call program and all training required to be part of the program
Qualifications & Job Requirements
Must have Airframe & Powerplant Certifications to be considered
Able to complete assigned tasks within the allotted amount of time
Able to work overtime as needed, evenings and weekends
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Good problem-solving skills and ability to follow directions
Organized and detail oriented
Effective oral and written communication skills
Positive attitude, professional appearance and demeanor
Basic sheet metal skills and/or basic electrical capabilities considered a plus
Other Prerequisites
Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
Ability to obtain Airport Issued security badge
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Work is performed in an aircraft hangar environment with moderate noise level. The employee is frequently subject to inside environmental conditions, which provide protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Must have the ability for climbing and bending at the waist, crawling, kneeling, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, and working at heights; Reaching overhead above the shoulders and horizontally. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and 25 pounds overhead.
Available Benefits
Medical, dental, vision
Short term & Long term Disability - paid 100% by Company
Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment - paid 100% by Company
Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, jury duty, bereavement
Health Savings Account or Health Reimbursement Account (employer contributions tied to participation in wellness program)
401K & Roth 401k with employer match
Flexible Spending programs
Western Aircraft Inc. has a Drug Free Workplace Policy which includes applicants passing pre-employment testing in accordance with 14 CFR 120. Applicants testing positive for the presence of prohibited drugs are ineligible for employment. DOT applicants who become employees of Western Aircraft Inc. will also be subject to random, reasonable cause, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident testing.
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.