Job Title: Overhaul Technician - Blades

Reports To: Production Supervisor

Location: Kent, WA

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

PACIFIC PROPELLER INTERNATIONAL (PPI) BACKGROUND

Since 1946 Pacific Propeller has been providing global repair and overhaul services to regional aircraft, as well as many of the world’s military operators of large transport propeller aircraft. Today PPI is respected worldwide as an industry leader among customers and competitors alike. Clients throughout the world count on us because they know they receive superior expertise, honest scheduling, and unsurpassed reliability in propeller support.

POSITION PURPOSE

Support the overhaul and repair of Allison and Hamilton Standard aircraft propeller systems to airworthiness. This includes evaluation, disassembly, inspection, assembly and test per Manual, Service Bulletin and Directives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include some or all the following and are not intended to be all-inclusive. PPI reserves the right to change, add or delete responsibilities and duties as seen fit. An employee’s specific job duties, priorities, and performance expectations are detailed in his/her individual performance plan.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Disassemble and tear down propeller blade assemblies.
• Setup and use manual machining equipment, hand tools, utilize precision measurement tools (micrometers, indicators, calipers), hydraulic presses and plastic media blast equipment.
• Perform light maintenance of equipment as needed.
• Shotpeen, riveting, grit blasting, repairing composites and using various types of lathes and grinders.
• Metalworking operations such as grinding, drilling, polishing and paint removal. (Aerospace parts, automotive, surface finishing,)
• Reading drawings and technical manuals

POSITION SCOPE – Direct /Indirect Reports -None

PEER POSITIONS (OTHER OVERHAUL TECHS)

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

TYPICAL PROBLEM SOLVING

Applying common sense understanding to carry out detailed and complicated written or oral instructions. Dealing with problems involving many variables in sometimes difficult and stressful situations. Examples include: managing many simultaneous high priority projects and user requests.

MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Familiarity with FAA regulations and requirements

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

• 1-2 years in Aerospace related experience; military aircraft maintenance experience; prop maintenance experience.
• 1-2 years’ experience in MRO, assembly, or production environments.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Prefer A& P License AND/OR 1-3 years aircraft mechanic.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Applies common sense understanding to carry out detailed and complicated written or oral instructions; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events; Obsessive attention to detail, ability to balance multiple work assignments; organized work habits; ability to work independently. Proficiency with major software programs: e.g., Made to Manage, MS Office Suite.

• Able to read, understand and follow aircraft manuals, technical documents and other directions written in the English language.
• Ability to use basic math for mechanical measurements.
• Ability to correctly complete paperwork in compliance with work orders and job manuals
• Must be able to use hand tools, micrometers, air gages, and other special tools.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Environmental conditions: constant proximity to moving mechanical parts; occasional moderate noise intensity; seldom exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear.

• Constant (67-100% of time): Lifting up to 78# from waist to shoulder; reaching forward; handling or grasping tools; stooping/bending; squatting/kneeling; hand or foot controls; reaching below waist; fine finger manipulation; talking; hearing.
• Frequent (34-66% of time): walking; holding up to 20#.
• Occasional (11-33% of time): sitting; pushing/pulling up to 35# force.
• Seldom (1-10% of time): lifting to 65# from ground to waist; carry up to 50#.
• Visual: near acuity, depth perception

BENEFITS

• Company Matching 401k
• Company Contributing Pension
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life AD & D Benefits
• Short-Term Disability
• Vacation & Sick Leave
• 10 Holidays
• Bereavement, Jury Duty Leave
• Military Reserve Pay
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer Results Share

SALARY RANGE

$30 hr. to $34 hr.

$.50 hr. for 2nd shift differential