Win Aviation has exciting opportunities for A&P mechanics/technicians at our DeKalb, IL facility, to join our maintenance team to professionally maintain our fleet of turbo-prop aircraft.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITY

• Under minimal supervision, perform maintenance, IAW FAR’s, OEM Manuals, and Company Procedures
• Perform aircraft upgrades and modifications IAW approved data
• Complete all necessary paperwork IAW Company, OEM and FAA requirements
• Operate and maintain general aircraft maintenance equipment and tools, incl. tugs, forklift, scissor lift, GPUs.
• Maintain work area, equipment, tools and vehicles in clean and safe working condition
• Troubleshoot, disassemble,  clean, inspect, repair, and return to service of components
• Supervise and assist non-licensed apprentices as needed
• Contribute to culture of Safety – Actively participate in the Safety Management System

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Win Aviation is a small business and equal opportunity employer
• We value our employees’ wellbeing and safety and encourage a supportive and fun work environment
• Majority of work is performed indoors, inside a climate-controlled hangar, with minimal assistance outdoor activity associated with aircraft movements and ground runs
• Mechanics receive online and on-the-job annual training to improve skills and promote safety
• Mechanics receive company work uniforms, cleaned and maintained by our supplier
• No shift work! Work hours are from 8am - 5pm with an hour lunch break, for a total of 40 hours-work week

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Experience with SD3-Sherpa, SC-7 Skyvan, Casa C-212 and DHC-6 Twin Otter, Caravan, Kodiak and King Air
• Experience with PT6A and TPE331 turboprop engines
• 2+ years of recent maintenance experience
• Avionics troubleshooting/experience

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant License, or working towards certification.
• Must pass initial and random drug and alcohol tests
• Willingness to travel for work
• Willingness to work overtime during the week or on weekends, on occasion
• Ability to speak, read, write and understand English
• Valid drivers license
• Must own toolbox with basic aviation hand tools
• Ability to work in a fast-paced dynamic environment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to frequently stand, walk, continually utilize hand, and finger dexterity, climb, balance, bend, or crawl, occasionally from heights in precarious places
• Ability to frequently lift/push/carry items up to 50 pounds
• Occasional exposure to weather conditions, incl. extreme heat and cold