Sheet Metal / A&P Mechanic

Sheet Metal / A&P Mechanic

Precision Air is looking for a Sheet Metal / A&P Mechanic for our site in Florence, SC. The ideal candidate will have heavy sheet metal experience, A&P license, GA and corporate experience (fixed and rotary wing aircraft), and be able to travel to other locations.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

Able to perform repairs, maintenance, and modifications in accordance with applicable FAA regulations, Repair Station manual, and manufacturer's instructions with little to no supervision, to include performing off-site maintenance and travel.

• Maintenance, repair, troubleshooting and alteration of aircraft and aircraft engines to FAA or military airworthiness standards. (Piston & Turbine engine).
• Reads and interprets manufacturer's maintenance manuals, service bulletins, airworthiness directives, engineering drawings and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
• Perform structural repairs on metal and composite aircraft to procedures in aircraft structural repair manual, engineering drawings or AC 43-13.
• Use hand, shop, sheet metal, precision, and calibrated tools.
• Perform line station maintenance to keep aircraft in flyable and safe operating condition.
• Operate ground equipment such as tugs, power carts and forklift.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Knowledge and ability to work aircraft mechanical systems, airframe structures, powerplants, propellers, and electrical systems.
• Familiarization with aircraft track and balance.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints schematics and process specifications.
• Ability to perform simple to moderate sheet metal and composite repairs.
• Knowledge in the use of OEM Manuals.
• Knowledge of aircraft records and maintenance entries.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of industry practices and company policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• English language proficiency required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Good communication skills.

Experience/Requirements and Physical Requirements:

• FAA Airframe & Power Plant Certificate required.
• Minimum of 5 years Aircraft Mechanic/ Sheet Metal experience on fixed and rotor wing aircraft.
• Able to travel to our site in Georgetown, SC and other locations as needed.
• Acceptable completion or drug screening & background check requirements.
• Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for certain periods throughout the day.
• Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
• Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to read dials/gauges, identify small objects and hand tools.
• Must be able to see imperfections, micrometer readings and other small scales.
• Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.
• May be required to operate power vehicles, machinery, hand tools, ground support equipment, etc.
• Must have a basic set of hand tools required to perform duties and responsibilities.

Benefits Include:

401(K) Plan with Employer Match, Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision), Paid PTO, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care), Life insurance, short term and long-term disability, Full Holiday Schedule and more.