Aircraft Sheet Metal Technician

Aircraft Sheet Metal Technician

Contour Maintenance MQY - Smyrna, TN 37167

Overview

Salary Range $20.00 - $32.00 Hourly Position Type Full Time Education Level 2 Year Degree Travel Percentage Negligible Category Installation - Maint - Repair

Description

Contour Airlines is a long-established aviation services company with diverse capabilities. At Contour Airlines, our core values are at the heart of everything that we do and every decision we make. Constant throughout all of our lines of business is a commitment to integrity and safety. Our team members consistently display an attitude of excellence and the ability to think like a customer. We recognize that there is strength in unity and work together as a team to accomplish our ambitious goals.

As a full-time employee of Contour Airlines:

• You are eligible for health, vision, and dental coverage as well as short-term/long-term disability and voluntary life insurance policies. If selected, these are effective on the first day of the month following your date of hire. Our current benefit enrollment guide will be provided during the onboarding process if you are selected for employment.
• You are eligible to participate in our 401(k) savings plan, which would also be effective the first day of the month following your date of hire. The Company match is up to 6%. Your eligibility to participate in this benefit will be in accordance with the normal practices and guidelines of the Company. Our current 401K enrollment guide will be provided during the onboarding process if you are selected for employment.
• You are eligible to receive paid sick leave. You can accrue up to 56 hours per year which will roll over each year until your sick bank reaches 480 hours.
• You are eligible to receive vested vacation hours. These hours are available to you on January 1st following your date of hire.
• You are eligible for non-revenue/space available (NRSA) travel privileges after completing six active months of service.
• You are eligible for a variety of leaves of absence including medical leave, non-medical leave for the care of a family member, maternity leave, paternity leave, personal leave, etc. Specific information regarding Contour Airlines' leave of absence policy is outlined in our Employee Handbook which will be provided to you during the onboarding process should you be selected for employment.

Additional information:

• The starting hourly rate for this position is between $20.00 and $32.00 based on your prior work experience. Based on your performance, you are eligible to receive a step increase of $1.00 each year based on your pay anniversary date until you reach $35.00. Once you have reached the maximum pay rate, you are eligible to receive a retention bonus of up to $2,000.00 each year.
• When you work in excess of 40 hours within the pay period, you are eligible for overtime which is paid at 1.5 times your hourly rate.
• When you work on a Contour Airlines observed holiday, you are eligible to receive holiday pay which is paid at 2 times your hourly rate. Specific information regarding Contour Airlines' observed holiday policy is outlined in our Employee Handbook which will be provided to you during the onboarding process should you be selected for employment.

Contour Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, creed, sex, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, pregnancy, pre-disposing genetic characteristics, veteran status, military status, disability, gender identity or expression, familial status, criminal history, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other protected status.

Contour Airlines understands that some applicants may need reasonable accommodations. Please contact the Human Resources Department at View email address on click.appcast.io to discuss any specific needs that you may have.

Contour Airlines' rapid growth has created exciting employment opportunities. We invite you to become part of the family.

Summary of Essential Duties:

• Maintain, modify, and install the various components of aircraft sheet metal.
• Repair, rework, install and fabricate the complex aircraft structural assemblies, both internal and external.
• Lay out plans, fabrication and installation models for modifications.
• Perform checks; carry out inspections and removal of components.
• Study technical manuals, blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Provide assistance to aircraft maintenance technicians on various tasks.
• Remove and disassemble defective parts of the aircraft.
• Perform final checks on assembly and installation of parts that were replaced.
• Maintain and keep track of all the maintenance records.
• Adhere to Company policies and safety programs.
• Maintain the supplies and perform preventive maintenance.
• Assist in maintaining the Repair Station facilities in a clean and orderly fashion. Ensures that all shop equipment and tools are maintained in a serviceable working condition.
• Other duties as assignment by management

Work Environment :

• Exposed to vibrations.
• Commonly exposed to mobile mechanical parts and fumes.
• Handling and disposing of toxic materials in accordance with Company procedures.
• Exposed to a damp and humid environment.
• Occasionally, working in dangerous places with risks of electric shocks.
• Exposed to high levels of noise.
• Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling.
• Standing on feet for extended periods of time.
• Handle objects up to 70 pounds regularly, up to 100+ pounds occasionally, with assistance from co-workers or tools.

Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Be authorized to work in the United States and able to travel in and out of the United States.
• Must have a valid driver license and good driving record.
• Must understand, read, and write English. Ability to understand, read, and write Spanish is a plus but not required.
• Possess high school diploma or GED certification
• Two (2) or more years of prior experience is preferred.
• Must have experience and be highly proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• FAA Airframe & Powerplant license or adequate work experience for FAA authorization for Repairman Certificate is required.
• Able to operate warehouse machinery and equipment
• Able to pass a required 10-year work history review and submit to criminal background and fingerprint checks.
• Able to pass a DOT Pre-Employment drug screening and submit to random DOT drug and/or alcohol testing.
• Able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and varying schedules. Note: We are looking to fill a nightshift position working between the hours of 11:00PM and 7:00AM.
• Possess polished and professional interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and a customer-oriented mindset.
• Possess strong leadership, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Must have well-developed people skills and ability to work with a variety of personalities.
• Able to coordinate multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Able to handle interruptions and a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain strong attention to detail.
• Be self-motivated and able to motivate others
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Ability to understand complicated logistical information
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal delivered with tact and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulations.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature and level of work required of the referenced position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in the position. Please be advised that the duties and expectations of this position may be subject to change.