Job Information
Republic Airways Maintenance Composite Technician in Columbus, Ohio
Job Category:
Mx Mechanic
POSITION PURPOSE
Perform composite aircraft maintenance activities according to established policies and procedures as directed by a lead mechanic or supervisor.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Perform all assigned work in accordance with Company work cards, logbook entries, and applicable aircraft, component, engine maintenance manuals, SRM, or Company generated engineering documents.
Complete all associated documentation and prepare for records filing
Remain current on all revisions to Company manuals
Keep upper management informed concerning issues that may affect work performance
Comply with all safety rules and regulations
Follow written procedures for support shops
Composite shop work, paint preparation, sanding, and painting
Aircraft maintenance activities according to established policies and procedures as directed by a lead mechanic or supervisor
Perform additional jobs or duties as assigned
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary to perform this job.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE.
- High school diploma or equivalent with an FAA Airframe and Powerplant license.
PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Previous experience as an A&P mechanic or airline experience.
18 months professional aircraft experience in composites, wet lay-ups, metal-to-metal hot bond, vacuum bag repairs, core replacement, familiar with sheet metal practices, and ability to work from engineering drawings and written specifications.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Possess a stable employment history.
Must have and maintain a valid Driver’s License and a clean driving record.
Must possess the required tools.
Able to work both in a team setting and individually.
REGULATORY
Able to pass an FAA required 10 year work history review and pass criminal background and fingerprint checks.
Willing to submit to and pass FAA and Company mandated random drug and alcohol tests.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions,
and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively
and be understood before groups of associates of the organization.
REASONING/PROBLEM SOLVING ABILITY
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or
diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations.
DECISION MAKING
Possess decision making skills. Makes limited decisions and determines best methods to solve problems by referring to established precedents and policies. Impact of decisions is moderately low.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Able to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle and feel, reach with hands and arms at least 90% ofthe time.
Able to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl up to 60% of the time.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds at least 35% of the time.
Able to lift or move 75 pounds over 70% of the time.
Must be able to see to perform work and to see approaching vehicles, aircraft and machinery.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Work near moving mechanical parts, work with fumes or airborne particles over 90% of the time.
Work in high, precarious places up to 50% of the time.
Work around toxic or caustic chemicals up to 30% of the time.
Withstand risk of electric shock and work with explosives up to 10% of the time.
Work in outdoor weather conditions inside and outside an open air hangar as well as the airport terminal up to 100% of the time.
The work environment can be very loud.
Able to wear a respirator and protective equipment for testing and regular duties. This includes minimal facial hair in order to ensure proper fit in of respirator in accordance with OSHA regulations.
Able to work nights, evenings, weekends and holidays to support 24 hour operations.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Able to travel up to 20% of the time, including overnight stays.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, DISABILITY, AND VETERAN ACCOMODATIONS
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability and Veteran Accommodations
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Founded in 1974 and headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Republic Airways is one of the largest regional airlines in North America. Republic operates a fleet of 200+ Embraer 170/175 aircraft and offers scheduled passenger service with 900 daily flights to 80+ cities in the U.S. and Canada.
Republic continues to lead the way in innovation and operational excellence for 50 years. The unrivaled work being done by our over 6,000 Associates sets us apart from the competition. We are in an era of growth and untapped potential across the aviation industry. It’s an exciting time to be part of our Company, from corporate positions to the flight deck. No matter your role, your opportunities are elevated at Republic Airways.
Republic Airways fosters a culture of trust, respect, care and fun. We believe our people and the passion they bring to their work is what distinguishes us. We work to encourage, support and invest in our Associates both professionally and personally. We live and breathe our Vision, Mission, Culture Statement and Guiding Principles — those words are put into action each and every day at Republic.