Key Responsibilities
Mechanics conduct various levels of checks, such as A checks, which involve general inspections for damage, corrosion, and missing parts.
- Troubleshooting and Repairing:
They diagnose and fix mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues in airframes, engines, and electronic systems.
Specialized facilities have mechanics who disassemble, clean, inspect, reassemble, and test aircraft components, including engines and propellers.
This includes tasks like lubricating components, checking fluid levels, and servicing landing gear and braking systems.
A&P mechanics are responsible for documenting all maintenance and repairs in the aircraft's logbooks.
Where A&P Mechanics Work
- Airlines:They work on business corporate aircraft to keep them in service.
- Aviation Companies and Airports:They perform maintenance at various aviation facilities.
- Flight Schools:A&P mechanics are also found working at flight schools.
- Repair Stations:These specialized facilities focus on overhauling engines, propellers, and landing gear.
Why the Role is Important
Their primary role is to ensure aircraft are safe to fly by complying with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) safety standards.
- Maintaining Aircraft Performance:
Regular maintenance by A&P mechanics helps maintain optimal aircraft performance and reliability.
- Meeting Scheduling Demands:
Mechanics work to keep aircraft in operation, often working overtime or on weekends and holidays to prevent delays.
A warehouse associate receives, processes, and stores inventory, which includes tasks like unloading shipments, inspecting goods, and stocking shelves. They also pick, pack, and prepare customer orders for shipment, maintain accurate inventory records, and operate equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks. Key responsibilities also involve keeping the warehouse clean and safe, and accurately documenting all shipments.
A material handler is responsible for moving, storing, and organizing materials in a warehouse or production facility, which includes loading and unloading goods, maintaining inventory, and operating machinery like forklifts. Key duties also involve ensuring accurate documentation, following safety procedures, and keeping the work area clean and organized.
Core responsibilities
- Material handling:Loading, unloading, and moving materials and products within the facility.
- Inventory management:Keeping accurate records of materials, performing regular inventory checks, and properly storing goods.
- Order fulfillment:Picking, packing, and preparing orders for shipment and managing returns.
- Machinery operation:Operating equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, and other machinery to move materials safely.
- Safety and maintenance:Adhering to all safety procedures, performing routine equipment checks, and maintaining a clean and hazard-free work environment.
- Documentation and reporting:Documenting deliveries, inventory levels, and any issues that arise.
Key skills and qualifications
- Physical ability:The ability to stand for long periods, lift heavy objects, and work in a physically demanding environment.
- Organizational skills:Strong attention to detail and the ability to organize and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Equipment operation:Experience or ability to learn how to operate material handling equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks. A license is often preferred or required.
- Basic education:A high school diploma or equivalent is typically required.
- Communication:Ability to read and follow instructions and work effectively with a team.