
G150 Aircraft Maintenance Technician Featured
- Location
- Wheeling, Illinois
- Wage
- Annual Salary $120,000.00 - $140,000.00
- Job ID
- AV7696293
- Posted
- 2025-5-12
G150 Aircraft Maintenance Technician job at George J Priester Aviation in Wheeling IL
Description, duties, responsibilities
Position Summary:
The Aircraft Maintenance Technician supports the Aircraft Maintenance Manager in conducting inspections, maintenance, and repairs on company-operated and managed aircraft. This position plays a key role in ensuring aircraft are maintained to the highest standards of safety, airworthiness, and regulatory compliance. The Technician will assist in troubleshooting, performing routine servicing, and supporting the timely completion of maintenance tasks under the guidance of senior maintenance personnel.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Maintenance Support:
Assist in performing both scheduled and unscheduled maintenance tasks on aircraft systems, structures, and engines, ensuring work meets company and FAA standards.Inspections:
Support pre- and post-flight inspections and assist with scheduled maintenance checks. Use appropriate tools to identify wear or damage under the direction of the Aircraft Maintenance Manager.AOG (Aircraft on Ground) Response:
Assist in responding to AOG situations to support returning aircraft to service. Some travel to airport locations may be required, estimated at up to 15%.Safety Compliance:
Follow all safety protocols and environmental guidelines when handling aircraft maintenance and hazardous materials.Technical Assistance:
Collaborate with the maintenance control team and Maintenance Manager to ensure accurate communication regarding maintenance status and needs.Documentation:
Accurately complete maintenance records, inspection forms, and work orders for all tasks performed. Assist in receiving inspections for incoming parts and supplies.Continuous Improvement:
Support the company’s Safety Management System (SMS) by participating in safety initiatives and reporting observations or potential improvements.
Required or Preferred Qualifications:
Certifications:
FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate required.
Valid passport preferred for potential international travel.
Experience:
2–5 years of aviation maintenance experience required.
Experience with Gulfstream aircraft or similar large cabin aircraft preferred but not required.
Skills:
Working knowledge of aircraft systems and maintenance practices.
Basic troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and compliance.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to work on lift platforms up to 40 feet in the air.
Ability to stand, crouch, or sit for extended periods while performing repairs.
Capable of lifting machine parts up to 70 pounds and maneuvering up to 125 pounds with assistance.
Other:
This is a non-exempt position, requiring flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and on-call shifts as needed to support flight operations.
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George J Priester Aviation Company Overview
George J. Priester Aviation Connects Our Groups For nearly 80 years, the Priester family name has meant committed excellence in aviation services and customer-focused relationships. Throughout our organizations, we build on that history as George J. Priester Aviation serves as the unifying connection of a parent company. In 1945, George J. Priester started the company that now includes a family of aircraft management, charter, maintenance and tax consulting services through Priester Aviation, Mayo Aviation, Hill Private Aviation, and Stubbs Aviation Advisors. Each company provides its own unique, customer-focused services, while leveraging the resources and capabilities of the larger George J. Priester group. Our brand includes a stylized icon of the 1944 Beechcraft Staggerwing that George purchased as one of the companys first aircraft.
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