Sheet Metal Technician

SUMMARY: The Sheet Metal Technicians are an integral part of our Return to Service team. Their experience, practical knowledge, creativity, and problem-solving skills will ensure that the aircraft are assembled in accordance with applicable documentation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide aircraft sheet metal fabrication, disassembly, reassembly tasks as assigned using all common and special purpose aircraft maintenance tools and test equipment
• Repair sheet metal and composite structures
• Diagnose and repair aircraft components
• Prepare and apply various aircraft finishes
• Read blueprints, interpret schematics, complex technical diagrams and drawings
• Trim parts as required
• Maintain system components
• Verify cable tension
• Assess damage and corrosion of aircraft structures
• Repair, replace and modify sheet metal and/or composite structures
• Operate aircraft towing equipment in towing operations
• Perform preventive maintenance inspections on aircraft and aircraft systems and subsystems
• Operate and service ground support equipment
• Ensure the work accomplished on any aircraft or component is in compliance with:
• Applicable airworthiness standards and OEM instructions
• Company Policies and Procedures
• Regulated safety standards
• Ensure that all replacement parts are inspected, eligible, and properly certified prior to installation
• Ensure that removed parts are properly tagged and routed to quarantine
• Carry out maintenance, repair, modification and daily inspection of the company aircraft as detailed in the company maintenance control manual
• Complete and certify work reports for all work accomplished on the aircraft
• Follow company procedures as per the maintenance control manual using safe work practices
• Carry out both line and heavy maintenance activities in accordance with operational standards
• Carry out Independent Checks when authorized as per company policies and procedures
• As an employee, you are responsible for:
• Working in compliance with all applicable Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) acts and regulations.
• Following safe work practices and procedures and using safeguards and personal protective equipment, as necessary and when required.
• Reporting any hazards or potential safety risks (such as unsafe situations and activities) to a supervisor immediately.
• Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer service.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Perform related duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures.

SKILLS AND/OR QUALIFICATIONS

• Proven track record of success working on complex assignments requiring considerable judgment, initiative and technical/specialized knowledge
• Able to work well in a team and within a fast-paced environment
• Motivated, self-starter - able to carry out tasks with minimal supervision
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers
• Computer proficiency (MS Office - Word, Excel and Outlook)

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• FAA Airframe and Power Plant (A&P) license/certification or equivalent experience required
• Inspection Authorization (IA) certification a plus

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.