FLSA:

Non- Exempt

Department:

Sheet Metal Mechanics

Job Title:

Sheet Metal Mechanic

Reports To:

Assigned Line Supervisor

DOT/ NON- DOT:

DOT

Perform a basic to advanced level skilled work to accomplish sheet metal repairs and replacements of structural parts. Fabricate replacement covering, panels, or fairings by using the removed parts as samples. Reads and complies with instructions and safety information as necessary for proper and safe completion of assigned work.

1

Cleans corrosion and treats metal surfaces per the manufacturers instructions and specifications.

2

Performs basic sheet metal repairs and replacement of structural parts using the following skills:

• Use measuring instruments such as rulers and grip gauges
• Utilize hand and powered tools such as hammers, chisels, hand snips, band and circle saws, drill presses, squaring shears and brakes to cut and form
• Ability to assemble parts by, bolting, screwing, and riveting
• Determine different types of fasteners used by symbol
• Remove and install minor components of aircraft structure or systems such as fairings, cargo liners, cargo floors and access panels

3

Ability to repair minor or secondary structure per the manufactures SRM

4

Fabricates replacement covering, panels, or fairings by using the removed parts as samples.

5

Performs repairs of a cosmetic nature in passenger cabin interiors.

6

Performs and demonstrates understanding of sealing procedures of aircraft structures.

7

Performs bonded repairs of honeycomb structures as instructed.

8

Identifies the locations of pressurized areas of aircraft.

9

Opens and closes areas on the aircraft that are required to be open for inspection.

10

Applies corrosion preventatives and maintains knowledge of areas of the aircraft in which corrosion inhibiting liquids may not be applied.

11

Possesses working knowledge of ATA Codes (Chapter and Subchapters) as well as aircraft zones, narrow and wide body airframe familiarization, and industry standards.

12

Reads maintenance manuals to identify and locate aircraft components on the aircraft, and accurately implements instructions of maintenance manuals.

12

Identifies the structural composition of aircraft (i.e., aluminum or composite) prior to performing any work on the structure.

13

Performs repairs of a cosmetic nature in passenger cabin interiors.

14

Performs and demonstrates understanding of sealing procedures of aircraft structures.

15

Reads instructions and safety information as necessary for proper and safe completion of assigned work.

16

Performs other duties as assigned.

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Time off requests

Departments or Job Titles

Purpose

Immediate Manager/ Supervisor and other Maintenance Leadership

Department Leads

Other department employees and contract employees

Businesses or Organization

Purpose

Businesses or Organization

Corporate and OpCO employees

Customers

Vendors

Position Profile

Required

Desired

Level

Academic Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required

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Languages

Read, speak, write, and understand the English language.

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Special Licenses

Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate is preferred; Airframe Familiarization (FAM) course certificates preferred

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Drivers License

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Previous Experience

Minimum 18 months of relevant experience providing knowledge of narrow and wide body airframe techniques, terminology, parts, etc.

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Technical Skills

Individual will perform daily transactions within Flightstars ERP system, vending (POU), as well as research customers maintenance manuals.

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Required Skills

Lifts and carries hand tools, parts, and work materials; ascends and descends ladders and platforms; and frequently works in a variety of positions such as stooping, kneeling or squatting.

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