What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aircraft Mechanic (Entry Level) position at Bell Flight?
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Aircraft Services Team
Come join the Bell Piney Flats Aircraft Services team and help ensure best in class service to our customers. In this position, you'll be an integral part of the team, performing a variety of tasks such as aircraft installations, inspections, fabrication, and modification, all in accordance with applicable data and customer specifications.
What you'll be doing as an Aircraft Mechanic
Perform basic maintenance such as preservation/ depreservation and removal and repair of basic airframe components
Perform basic inspections such as 25hr/30 day and 6 month inspections
Perform basic repairs, including basic sheet metal repairs
Fabricate basic parts and assist with post maintenance flyoffs as needed
Safely and appropriately use basic hand tools and airframe specific tools
Read and interpret installation instructions, maintenance manuals, and drawings
Document work performed in work order book consistently and accurately
Learn and apply knowledge of tasks as well as demonstrate safe work habits and always wear proper PPE
Work effectively on a team to ensure quality and timely completions of aircraft to meet aggressive schedule
Other duties as assigned
Skills You Bring To this Role
High School Diploma or GED.
Experience in aircraft mechanics, automotive, or military experience is preferred.
FAA Airframe Certificate or A&P Certificate is preferred.
Strong attention to detail and organization skills with the ability to follow instructions accurately and work well with others in a team-oriented environment.
Ability to perform job duties, including basic measuring, drilling, and fabrication tasks.
Knowledge of tooling and the ability to work from detailed documents, technical manuals, and blueprints.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Must provide own tools.
Maintenance experience on Bell commercial models, and/or Bell field maintenance courses is preferred.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 lbs., and to team lift up to 50 lbs.
Ability to perform prolonged kneeling, squatting, sitting, crawling, and climbing stairs, ladders and work stands.
Ability to stand for extended periods during the entire duration of shift.
Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for handling small components and tools.
Flexibility to bend, stoop, and crouch as required for tasks.
Good vision, including the ability to focus on small details and identify defects.
Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors regarding progress and potential issues.
Willingness to follow instructions and ask for clarification when needed.
What we offer you in return
80 hours of Personal Time Off (PTO)
120 hours Vacation time
12-13 paid holidays per year
6 weeks parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
Competitive salary
Comprehensive health insurance
On-site Bell Piney Flats fitness center (employees only)
Access to Employee Resource Groups
And so much more
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