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West Star is the fastest growing maintenance repair organization in the industry, and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence. We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well-being with a small company feel.
What you can expect as a Lead Maintenance Inspector at West Star:
As a Lead Maintenance Inspector, you will manage the performance of operational quality control tasks and ensure adherence to the policies and procedures in the West Star Aviation, "WSA" Repair Station & Quality Control Manual, Customer Maintenance Programs, and Federal Aviation Regulations.
You will be ESSENTIAL to many FUNCTIONS including:
What you'll need to bring with you:
Your Education
A High school diploma or equivalent and Airframe and Powerplant License or Repairman Certificate are required. A valid driver's license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory. Aircraft specific factory training is preferred.
Your Experience
Extensive experience in maintenance, preventive maintenance, or alterations with part 43. Must be proficient in using the various types of inspection equipment and visual inspection aids appropriate for the article being inspected.
Your Initiative:
We're looking for a team player who is self-motivated and able to perform in a fast-paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common.
Your Sense of Responsibility:
Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments.
Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.
Must have reliable transportation to get to work each and every day.
Must perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.
Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.
Maintain customer-oriented work habits.
Direct the work and flow of multiple projects.
Supervision of team members in daily operations and duties.
Completion of work orders, FAA paperwork.
Requirements:Other Particulars:
Physical Requirements
Lift at least 70 lbs.
Routine walking, bending and squatting or sitting
Routing or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.
Work in confined spaces
Sit or stand for prolonged periods while performing repairs
Work on elevated platforms (up to 40 feet in the air) using fall protection safety gear
Mental Requirements
Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.
Troubleshoot or evaluate system operation.
Work with others in a professional manner.
Must be able to input and retrieve information from computers
Experience with Apple and Microsoft products especially Outlook, Word, and Excel spreadsheets
Able to travel to locations, in all weather conditions, to perform repairs
Work independently with minimal supervision
Working Conditions
The majority of work will be accomplished in a hangar environment which can include very hot or very cold temperatures
Work outside during aircraft runs will occur
Varied positions in and around the aircraft
Equipment Used
Personal hand tools supplied by the mechanic
Pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical equipment
Jacks, stands, lifts and other support devices
Tugs, power carts and other engine powered equipment
Personal computer and work order prints
The list above includes the main items for this job position to be successful, but not limited to other things that might come about in time. The person applying for this position must understand that the objectives, responsibilities, and requirements could change for the better success for the company and the person.
West Star Aviation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Full Time
Transportation
$60k-76k (estimate)
04/29/2024
04/29/2024
weststaraviation.com
CHATTANOOGA, TN
200 - 500
2007
JAMES LAUSCHKE
$200M - $500M
Transportation
Aviation fixed base operator. All aspects of aviation maintence and total product rebuilds from propjet to large jet products.