What are the responsibilities and job description for the Aircraft Structures Technician- DAS Aviation position at West Star Aviation, LLC?
Multiple Shifts Available:
1st Shift – Mon-Friday 0600am-230pm.
2nd shift schedule is Monday-Thursday, 2pm-12am. The shift incentive includes a 10% -15% premium, paid lunch, 3 day weekends, eligibility to transfer to 1st shift as needed.
Weekend Shift schedule is Friday-Sunday, 6am-6:30pm. The shift incentive includes a 11.11% shift differential and 3 day workweek.
DAS Aviation is one of the industry leading repair organizations 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.
When you join our team we don’t think you should have to wait for your benefits to kick in. That’s why when you start, they start with you! This includes medical, dental, 401K match, time off accruals, weekly pay days and much more. We don’t want you to live to work, we want you to work and live.
What you can expect as a Sheetmetal/Structures Technician at DAS Aviation:
As Sheetmetal Technician, each day will bring new experiences and opportunities for growth. You will need to have a basic to advanced knowledge of aircraft structures, reading blueprints, working from drawings, fastening systems, procedures and techniques.
You will be ESSENTIAL to many FUNCTIONS including:
- Perform basic sheet metal operations such as drilling, riveting, cutting on airframe components.
- Application and removal of sealant, sound deadening and finish materials.
- Maintenance, cleaning and repair of shop facilities, equipment and tooling when required.
- Safely operate shop equipment such as: brakes, presses, riveting equipment, shears, and hand tools associated with sheet-metal functions
- Basic computer skills to be able to navigate electronic training, manuals, and maintenance data bases
- Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English
- Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.
Qualifications:
What you’ll need to bring with you:
Your Education:
A High school diploma or equivalent. Airframe and Powerplant License is not required, but welcome. A valid driver’s license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not mandatory.
Your Experience :
Knowledge of sheet metal or fabrication processes (forming, drilling, stamping, shaping, bending, punching, cutting, riveting, filing and dimpling)
Journeyman: 0-5 years of experience as sheet metal technician
Master: 5 years’ experience as a sheet metal technician
Your Initiative:
We’re looking for team players who are 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; opportunities to work overtime as workflow permits
Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.
Must have reliable transportation to get to work each and every day.
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.
Other particulars:
Physical Requirements
Lifts 50 lbs.
Routine walking, bending and squatting or sitting.
Routine or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands.
Climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas
Standing for long periods of time.
Mental Requirements
Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines.
Troubleshoot or evaluate system operation.
Work with others in a professional manner.
Supervision
Work under supervision of assigned Team Leader.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in controlled environments in industrial warehouses
Multiple Departments to include : Teardown/Evaluation, Nacelle and heavy structural repairs, light structures repair on components
Equipment Used
Personal hand tools supplied by the mechanic.
Pneumatic, hydraulic and electrical equipment.