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AP Mechanic job at Island Airways in Beaver Island MI

Description, duties, responsibilities

Job Description:

• A&P rated
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience
• IA preferred but not required

The A&P Mechanic’s responsibilities are primarily focused on airframe and power plant repair, airline on-call maintenance, and other maintenance opportunities. Must demonstrate the maturity, judgment and analytical ability to perform all aspects of maintenance

• Perform routine 100 hour and annual inspections and A&P checks
• Troubleshooting and performing needed repairs to airframe components, engines, and a variety of electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic repairs to aircraft accessories
• Perform structural repairs to airframe
• Perform oil changes and service hydraulic systems
• Make required logbook entries of repairs and comply with all company and FAA requirements
• Install optional or added equipment to aircraft
• Added knowledge in automotive and ground equipment maintenance a plus
• May be required to work nights, weekends and/or holidays
• Ability to lift 45 pounds or more
• Ability to comply with attendance/tardiness standards
• Directs the movement of aircraft and vehicular traffic on the ramp and in and about the shops and hangars of the Company's facilities; properly secures all parked aircraft at all times, clean windshields, remove trash, perform lavatory service and check tire pressures as requested
• Drives and services fuel trucks and ground support vehicles, and services aircraft and ground support vehicles with fuel, oil, and all other supplies and materials which may be required by the aircraft or vehicle; responsible for operating and filling of fuel trucks; cleaning, servicing, operating, and performing minor maintenance to this equipment
• Maintain the cleanliness and maintenance of the areas in and about the Company's vicinity
• Assists all aircraft crews and passengers by courteously providing services they may require
• Maintain compliance with all FAA, Federal, State, Local and company safety policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as necessary

Qualifications:

• Ability to handle, prioritize and multitask in a time sensitive environment
• Previous aviation experience is preferred.
• Must have active A&P license, experience and education necessary to perform duties
• At least two years general aviation knowledge
• Must be 18 years or older
• High School diploma or GED equivalent,
• Must pass background check, pre-employment drug test, have valid Driver's license with a good driving record within company standards
• Must have authorization to work in the U.S.
• Must be willing to work outside in all types of weather and elevated noise levels within the airport environment

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Island Airways Company Overview

Island Airways is an on-demand Part 135 operation based on Beaver Island, Michigan. We operate four Britten Norman Islanders, one Piper Aztec, and one Piper Apache. We transport approximately 30,000 passengers per year and 1.8 million pounds of freight including United States mail, UPS, Federal Express, and more. Island Airways is a family owned and operated business and has been in continuous operation since 1945. Island Airways is based on Beaver Island and operates mainly between the Island and a base of operations in Charlevoix, Michigan. Website: www.islandairways.com Facebook: Island Airways