Position : Avionics Technician BFL
Division/Department: Maintenance/Shop
Classification: Non-Exempt/Full-Time/Hourly
Wage Range: $30.00 to $40.00 per hour
Hiring Manager: Vice PresidentMaintenance
Purpose:
Avionics Technicians perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, repairs avionics systems and installation of new avionics in aircraft in accordance with policies and procedures set forth in the Federal Aviation Regulations and our company standards.
Values:
· Safety: Always protecting the safety of customers and employees.
· Integrity: Doing the right thing even when no one is watching.
· Customer Service: Exceeding the expectations of customers and employees alike.
Duties/Accountabilities:
- Design and layout instrument panel upgrades up to and including complete instrument panel refurbishment and fabrication.
- Strong knowledge and understanding of electrical and electronic systems, wiring schematics and diagrams.
- Proficient in using diagnostic tools, installation tools, wire crimpers, soldering equipment, etc.
- Attention to detail and problem solving.
- Maintain detailed repair and maintenance records.
- Work directly with customers, pilots and other maintenance personnel.
- Work directly with Garmin or other venders for troubleshooting and/or installation guidance of avionics equipment.
- Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting and repairs to airframe electrical and avionics systems.
- Reads and interprets manufacturer’s maintenance publications, schematics, technical data and other specifications pertaining to work being performed.
- Performs compliance of airworthiness directives, manufacturer’s service bulletins and other technical requirements.
- Performs ground handling of aircraft including towing, jacking, leveling and taxiing.
- Keeps a clean work area as required to maintain a professional and safe work environment.
- Attend training classes as required to maintain a high level of proficiency.
License/Experience Requirements:
- FAA issued A&P (Airframe and Powerplant) Certificate.
- FCC license a plus.
- Possession and maintenance of a valid California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.
- Airport Security Background Checks/Fingerprints
- DOT Pre-Employment and Random Drug/Alcohol Testing
Additional Qualifications:
- High School graduate or equivalent. Minimum one (1) year actual and recent aircraft avionics / maintenance / modification experience is required.
- Knowledge and use of special tools / equipment required to perform assigned maintenance tasks is mandatory.
- PC knowledgeable.
- Read and speak English fluently
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is required to do the following more than 30% of their day: identify problems and opportunities, reviewing possible alternative courses of action before selecting one, utilizing information resources available when making decisions; develop feasible realistic solutions to problems, recommending actions designed to prevent problems from occurring, and referring problems to upper management when necessary; develop long-range plans to solve complex problems or take advantage of opportunities, establish systematic methods of accomplishing goals; effectively convey ideas and information both in written and oral form; effectively read and understand information contained in memos, reports, bulletins; evaluate or make independent decisions, based on experience or knowledge, without supervision, ability to comprehend and follow instructions from supervisor, verbally or in written form; calculate basic arithmetic problems (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division) without the aid of a calculator; set priorities in order to meet assignment deadlines. Must be able to meet physical requirements associated with and/or pass any medical examination requirements related to performing daily assigned tasks; strength to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds (10% Heavy Lifting-50lbs/over of 8-hour day; 30% Moderate Lifting-25-49lbs of 8-hour day; 60% Light Lifting-Under 25lbs of 8-hour day); ability to work in uncomfortable positions; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stand, climb, balance, squat, bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, reach, turn, twist, push and pull. The employee is occasionally exposed to the following environmental factors: Unprotected heights, moving machinery, changes in temperature and humidity, dust, fumes, smoke, gases and other irritating articles, automotive equipment, radiant and electrical energy, slippery or uneven walking surfaces, excessive vibration. The employee is frequently exposed to the following environmental factors: working outside, working inside, working alone or closely with others, chemical hazards, solvents, grease or oils and excessive noise. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
