Structures / Sheetmetal Mechanic

JOB PURPOSE

To perform functions assigned in the repair and replacement of aircraft sheet metal structures.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Demands: Requires sitting, standing and walking for extended periods.

Requires frequent bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling, balancing and reaching above shoulder level.  Occasional crawling, climbing, lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling weight up to 50lbs unassisted. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity, corrected vision and hearing to normal range.

Equipment Operated:  Hydraulic press brake, power shear, forming equipment, hand tools, lift equipment, stands, ladders, glass beading equipment, rivet guns, drills.

Work Location:  B777 Cargo Conversion Program but may be asked to work property wide.

Potential Hazards:   Exposure to high intensity noise levels, extreme changes in temperature, materials identified on Safety Data Sheets, working on unprotected heights or around moving machinery, aircraft fuel tank entry.

Protective Equipment Required:  Goggles, safety glasses, face shields, ear protection, aprons, gloves, safety harnesses, breathing equipment.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Job Functions:

• Research technical data and performs inspection, repair and replacement of aircraft sheet metal structures including main landing gear fittings, aircraft skins and floor beams in accordance with applicable maintenance manuals, FAA regulations and Client Aviation policies and procedures.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, sketches, or product specifications to determine sequence and methods of fabricating, assembling, and installing sheet metal products.
• Plans, lays out, fabricates, assembles, installs, and repairs sheet metal parts, equipment, and products utilizing knowledge of working characteristics of metallic and nonmetallic materials, machining, and layout techniques.
• Selects gauge and type of sheet metal, such as stainless steel, steel, or aluminum, or nonmetallic material, such as plastics or fiberglass, according to product specifications.
• Lays out and marks dimensions and reference lines on material, using scribes, dividers, squares, and rulers applying knowledge of shop mathematics and layout techniques to develop and trace patterns of product or parts.
• Performs maintenance work such as repair and maintenance of company equipment and shop housecleaning.
• Makes appropriate entries in Component Removal Log, completes identification tags, and repairable/parts routing tags upon removing components from aircraft.
• Ensures that proper documentation is made on training record for training received, and signed by Lead, Supervisor, or Manager.
• Makes appropriate entries on routine and non-routine work cards.

Marginal Job Functions:

• Ensure that all work performed is done in a safe manner. Directs activities to protect employees from harm and maintain safe working conditions.

SMS REQUIREMENTS

• Employees are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with company policies and government regulations. These rules are written in the interest of preserving the lives and the resources entrusted to each employee, and when the rules are violated, the risk of a mishap is usually increased. 
• Participates in safety education programs and train to recognize hazards on the job and how to report them promptly.  As a condition of employment, each member of Client Aviation agrees to report errors, incidents, and accidents honestly. 
• Any employee who observes an unsafe action or condition should bring it to the attention of supervisors and managers. Certain conditions may allow the employee to easily correct a condition or situation.
• In all cases, the employee must notify his/her supervisor of any actions taken by the employee.  The first employee to observe an accident or incident should take immediate action to alert appropriate responders/supervision and to take reasonable steps to prevent further injury, or damage. 

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to organize and plan work adhering to deadlines; attention to detail and mathematical skills; ability to read, write, and understand the English language and to follow verbal and written instruction; ability to interpret and apply technical data relating to position; ability to safely drive and operate a standard shift automotive vehicle and other applicable equipment; ability to work with or without supervision.

Education/Training: High School diploma or equivalent required. Post-secondary education or training in aircraft maintenance or equivalent combination of education, training or experience required.

Experience: One to five years experience in aircraft structural repair preferred.

Other: May be required to work at both Marana, AZ and Tucson, AZ locations as business needs dictate.

Certificates/Licenses: A License preferred. Valid drivers license required.

Duties not listed within the position description may be required of the employee at the discretion of the department management. Job functions may vary due to irregular working conditions or multiple shift positions.