Aircraft Mechanic at Cook Group

Company Name : Cook Group
Position : Aircraft Mechanic
Location : Bloomington, IN 47403
Date Posted : 10 January 2025
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Job Description:
Overview:
The Aircraft Mechanic Specialist will maintain, repair, and inspect aircraft to ensure safe operations within guidelines set by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
Responsibilities:
  • Performs regular maintenance on aircraft required to meet company and FAA requirements
  • Ensures proper working condition of mechanical systems before flight
  • Develops and maintains records of maintenance, repairs, inspections, and any reports related to parts or services
  • Inspects and examines engines, wings, propellers, tails, and other parts to identify cracks, corrosion, or other defects
  • Inspects hoses and lubricates joints; replaces any that show signs of needing repair
  • Consults maintenance manuals and specifications to identify correct operations and specifications for replacements or repairs
  • Installs new parts to replace or repair defective or recalled parts or to enhance the performance of the aircraft; performs these tasks efficiently and to specifications
  • Repairs sheet metal as needed
  • Demonstrate professionalism and deliver satisfaction to internal/external customer
  • Operate all power tools and equipment necessary to accomplish job assignments
  • Ensures proper function of engines and operating systems via a variety of tests and tools
  • Identifies and resolves mechanical problems based on visual inspections or reports from pilot or crew
  • Collaborates, as needed, with airframe and power plant (A&P) mechanics or other appropriate personnel to repair engines and non-instrumental parts
  • Hangar floor & building cleaning/maintenance
  • Aircraft interior and/or exterior cleaning
  • Must support all company policies and safety programs
  • Servicing of hangar support equipment
  • Towing and positioning of Aircraft safely
  • Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • FAA Airframe & Powerplant License is required
  • Minimum of 2 years directly related aviation experience (corporate aircraft experience preferred)
  • At least 2 years of fleet type experience desired
  • Good working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) Part 145, 9
  • Experience in troubleshooting Aircraft Systems
  • Thorough understanding of aircraft parts, systems, and mechanics
  • Thorough understanding of tools and testing methods used to ensure proper functioning of an aircraft and its parts, systems, and mechanics
  • Ability to read, comprehend, and adhere to manual instructions to resolve complex mechanical issues
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software used to complete and maintain records
  • Detail-oriented with mechanical inclination
  • Superior and careful workmanship
  • Ability to perform consistently under stressful conditions
  • Ability to perform basic inspections and repairs
  • Ability to learn new skills and methods of repairs
  • Sufficient oral and verbal communication skills, as needed, to discuss equipment malfunctions and complete reports
  • Must provide own tools
  • Specialized aircraft tooling will be provided by company

Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to stand, lie, and kneel in awkward positions and spaces
  • Must be able to perform work on scaffolding or ladders
  • Must be able to lift and pull objects weighing up to 70 pounds at a time
  • Manual dexterity and physical strength necessary to operate tools or make adjustments and repairs
  • Must have visual acuity to inspect equipment and identify defects
  • Must be able to hear well enough to test sounds and identify functioning level of aircraft
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud
  • Company required safety gear must be worn appropriately to protect yourself from inherent dangers of being around aircraft and related equipment
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