Silver Airways is hiring an Apprentice Technician in our Orlando, FL location, The Apprentice Technician assists Aircraft Mechanics and Ground Service Equipment (GSE) Mechanics ensuring the safe and reliable operation of aircraft and GSE by adjusting and replacing parts such as control cables, fuel tanks, spark plugs, tires, batteries and filters, using mechanic&39;s tools; removing inspection plates, cowling, engine covers, floor boards to provide access for inspection and repair.
Day-to-day responsibilities and accountability:
- Clean aircraft, interior and exterior parts and assemblies; inspect and repair cabin interior
- Ensure the proper use, handling, storage, and disposal of all toxic, hazardous, and special materials and wastes are in accordance with federal, state, and local environmental protection regulations
- Operate and drive motorized and non-motorized equipment
- Respond to requests for on-call maintenance after hours on all ground support equipment if needed
- Provide trouble-shooting and diagnostic assessment of ground support equipment
- Remove malfunctioning ground support equipment from service and assist in diagnosis and repair
- Pick-up parts and material required for ground support equipment maintenance and repair
- Maintain motor vehicle driver’s license for both air side / non airside in good standing at all times
- Replace items and parts when work is completed; disconnects instruments, ignition systems, and fuel and oil lines
- Performs routine duties such as furnishing materials, tools and supplies to mechanics; lifting and holding materials in place during operation; cleaning work areas and machines, tools and equipment
- Keep shop and equipment clean and serviceable at all times; report any deficiencies to management
- Fuel equipment as necessary with full regard for all safety and environmental requirements
- Interact with fellow Team Members, customers, airport staff and authorities in a professional manner
Minimum and preferred qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED
- Valid driver&39;s license
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug screening and fingerprint criminal history check
- Technical training for FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate in process
- Technical training in automobile/large vehicle maintenance strongly desired
- Other technical training – HVAC, electrical systems, motorized vehicles, etc. preferred
- Computer literacy and working knowledge general software such as Microsoft Office
- Good oral and verbal communication skills
- Willing to travel when necessary for training or to assist other stations
Silver Airways offers excellent benefits including travel benefits with our airline and more!
Silver Airways is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to treating all team members in a fair and equitable manner in all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to: recruitment, selection, hiring, assignment, re-assignment, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline and performance management, and termination. Silver Airways prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation that is based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, ancestry or genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy or childbirth-related medical conditions, age, disability or handicap, citizenship status, or any other category or characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The expectation to treat all team members in manner that is inclusive and free of discrimination is universal. It applies to our leaders, managers, supervisors, team members, vendors, consultants and contractors. EOE/VETERANS/DISABLED