Aviation Maintenance Technician

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

• External applicants should use the WMU - Application.
• Internal applicants should use the WMU - Internal Application.
• For the certificate document, attach a copy of the Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate, which includes the A&P certificate number.

Posting Summary

College

College College Of Aviation

Executive Area

Executive Area Provost & VP Academic Affairs

Department

Department College of Aviation - Aircraft Maintenance

Posting Number

Posting Number S1428P

Job Type

Job Type Full Time, Regular

Pay Type

Pay Type Nonexempt/Hourly

Pay Grade

Pay Grade E

Campus Location

Campus Location WMU-Battle Creek - College of Aviation

Salary Range

Salary Range Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

General Summary

Inspects and repairs University’s aircraft fleet. Support of flight in compliance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations and the maintenance department’s policies and procedures.

• Inspects aircraft, including engine, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and structural systems.
• Records and documents work performed in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations, Including Airframe and Powerplant license numbers.
• Repairs aircraft and supporting systems.
• Taxies aircraft and performs aircraft engine operational checks.
• Supports students through their aviation maintenance department internships.
• Looks after maintenance shop and shop equipment.
• Accomplishes preventative maintenance to aircraft and systems.
• Executes online maintenance tracking systems to support aircraft.
• May hire, train, evaluate and supervise student employees.

• Completion of training program through a Federal Aviation Administration certificated Aviation Maintenance Technical School, or equivalent combination of experience in the field through on the job training.
• One year’s relevant experience.
• Experience in general aviation inspection repair and maintenance.
• Federal Aviation Administration airframe and power plant certificate.

• Cirrus, Piper and Cessna aircraft experience.
• Lycoming and Continental Motors experience.

• External applicants should use the WMU – Application.
• Internal applicants should use the WMU – Internal Application.
• For the certificate document, attach a copy of the Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate, which includes the A&P certificate number.

• Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to:
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• Heavy work frequently working in difficult work positions or with physical demands such as continuously lifting or moving materials greater than 50 pounds.
• Work is generally performed in a well-lit, temperature-controlled indoor environment with occasional exposure to the outdoors or any number of elements.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have completion of training program through a Federal Aviation Administration certificated Aviation Maintenance Technical School, or equivalent combination of experience in the field through on the job training?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have one year's relevant experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have experience in general aviation inspection repair and maintenance?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a Federal Aviation Administration airframe and power plant certificate?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a Federal Aviation Administration private pilot license with certification in relevant aircraft?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have Cirrus, Piper and Cessna aircraft experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have Lycoming and Continental Motors experience?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of References
• Certificate

Optional Documents

• Other

WMU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, individuals with disabilities and all other qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.