What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Coordinator - Heavy Maintenance position at Ascent Aviation Services?
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Who we are and where we are going:
Ascent Aviation Services is one of the largest aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul, storage and reclamation operations in the world. Our strength comes from our talented and professional employees who excel through teamwork and enthusiasm. Ascent Aviation Services continues to grow and are continually looking for motivated and career-minded aviation professionals who will support our vision and goals.
Level up your career in the role of Project Coordinator, where you’ll play a key role in keeping projects on track by managing data, updating customers, and managing project documentation with precision. You’ll collaborate closely with Project Managers and team leads to monitor progress, update Bill of Materials, and ensure timelines are met. With your strong attention to detail and communication skills, you’ll help drive efficiency while supporting both routine operations and critical customer needs.
In this role, you will embody our core values of Respect, Safety, Quality, and Results, contributing directly to the strength of our team. With the launch of our 777 program and two new hangars, Ascent is experiencing rapid growth. This position is instrumental in achieving our goals and fulfilling our mission of becoming the most trusted aerospace solutions provider in North America.
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prepare, compile, and sort documents for data entry.
- Check source documents for accuracy.
- Verify data and correct data where necessary.
- Scan documents into management systems and databases.
- Respond to requests for information and access relevant files.
- Comply with data integrity and security policies.
- Maintain office equipment and stationary supplies.
- Ensure that all work performed is done safely, and direct activities to protect employees from harm and maintain safe working conditions.
YOU WILL GET MORE THAN JUST COMPENSTATION:
- Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- 401k with Company Match
- PTO - Eligible for 4 Weeks in your First Year, in Addition to 7 Paid Company Holidays
- Company-Provided Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
- Development and Career Growth Opportunities
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Proficiency in relevant computer applications such as MS Office, accurate keyboard skills, and a proven ability to enter data quickly is required.
- Knowledge of correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, and clerical and administrative procedures is required.
- Ability to organize and plan work in adherence to deadlines.
- Attention to detail and mathematical skills.
- Ability to read, write, and understand the English, and follow verbal and written instructions.
- Ability to work with and without supervision.
- Ability to exhibit problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and maintain confidentiality.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Current valid Arizona driver’s license with a clean driving record for the past three years is required.
- High School diploma or equivalent is required.
- One year of data entry experience is preferred.
- Formal computer training is preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
- Frequent walking, bending, stooping, squatting, and reaching above shoulder level is required.
- Requires hand-eye coordination and dexterity.
- Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
- Occasional squatting, lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 20 pounds.
EQUIPMENT OPERATED:
- Telephone, personal computer, multiple printers, copy machine, and 10-key.
- May be required to operate additional office equipment not explicitly listed in this description as needed to perform job duties effectively.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work in the aircraft maintenance hangars and Production Control Booth.
- Exposure to high intensity noise levels, changes in temperatures, working around moving machinery, and potential exposure to materials listed on Material Safety Data Sheets.
- Protective Equipment Required: Ear and eye protection where applicable.
OTHER DUTIES:
- May be required to work at both Marana, AZ and Tucson, AZ locations as business needs dictate.
- Additional duties may be assigned at the discretion of department management.
SMS REQUIREMENTS:
- Employees are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with company policies and government regulations. These rules are written in the interest of preserving the lives and the resources entrusted to each employee, and when the rules are violated, the risk of a mishap is usually increased.
- Employees shall participate in safety education programs and train to recognize hazards on the job and how to report them promptly. As a condition of employment, each member of Ascent Aviation agrees to report errors, incidents, and accidents honestly.
- An employee who observes an unsafe action or condition should bring it to the attention of supervisors and managers. Certain conditions may allow the employee to easily correct or condition a situation.
Ascent Aviation Services is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to making reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their job.
If you require any accommodation during the application or interview process, please let us know. EEO/AA/F/M/VET/DIS