Cabinet Maker I

Title: Cabinet Maker I

Location: Springfield, IL

Schedule: 2nd Shift 2-10:30PM Monday-Friday with possible OT

StandardAero offers:

• Competitive wages
• Generous paid time off
• Insurance includes medical, dental and vision benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Clean, modern, air-conditioned facility
• Safety focused culture
• Advancement opportunities

Responsibilities:

• Assembles a wide variety of interior fixtures (i.e., cabinets, galleys, desks, bulkheads, stereo cabinets, etc.) and installs this equipment into aircraft according to blueprints and the interior contours of the aircraft.
• Selects and procures materials, equipment and tooling required to perform the work.
• Fabricates additional required tooling (i.e., jigs and fixtures) as needed.
• When required, constructs wood replicas and assists in determining the design, location and placement of the components and accessories. (This process requires holding 1/32" or less tolerance to ensure the size and weight conformity of the product.)
• Plans, creates and installs special molding and trim to fit the internal contours of the aircraft.
• Operates power tools and equipment to accomplish assigned job responsibilities (i.e., power planners, jointers, table saws, band saws, routers, sanders, miter boxes and portable power equipment.)
• Documents all work accomplished (a.k.a. "sign-off") in a clear, concise and accurate manner. Accomplishes Service Bulletins, Repair Letters, and Airworthiness Directives as required. Reads and interprets maintenance manual procedures, blueprints, technical manuals, and schematic diagrams when required.
• Responsible for knowing, understanding, following, promoting and continuously improving company practices and procedures.
• Complies with all safety practices and participates in facility general housekeeping efforts.
• May perform other duties as required by the department.

Position Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must have proven technical aptitude.
• Must have proven experience using a variety of hand and power tools (power planners, jointers, table saws, routers, sanders, miter boxes and portable power equipment.)

Preferred Characteristics

• Prior cabinetry experience in the aviation industry preferred.
• Cabinet making training and/or prior cabinet making experience in relevant industries (example: automotive) preferred. This training may take the form of military training or technical school training.