Aviation Maintenance Technician - WMU-Battle Creek

Western Michigan University College of Aviation •

Battle Creek, Michigan, USA

Position Type: Permanent

Job Description:

Posting Number	S591P
Job Type	Full Time, Regular
Pay Type	Nonexempt/Hourly
Pay Grade	E
Campus Location	WMU-Battle Creek - College of Aviation
Salary Range	Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.
Number of Vacancies	1
General Summary	Inspects and repairs University’s aircraft fleet. Support of flight in compliance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations and the maintenance department’s policies and procedures.
Major Duties	Inspects aircraft, including engine, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and structural systems. Records and documents work performed in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations, Including Airframe and Powerplant license numbers. Repairs aircraft and supporting systems. Taxies aircraft and performs aircraft engine operational checks. Supports students through their aviation maintenance department internships. Looks after maintenance shop and shop equipment. Accomplishes preventative maintenance to aircraft and systems. Executes online maintenance tracking systems to support aircraft. May hire, train, evaluate and supervise student employees.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of training program through a Federal Aviation Administration certificated Aviation Maintenance Technical School, or equivalent combination of experience in the field through on the job training.
One year’s relevant experience.
Experience in general aviation inspection repair and maintenance.
Federal Aviation Administration airframe and powerplant certificate.

Desired Qualifications

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