Aircraft Mechanic Assistant - Flight Support - Epic Aircraft

WHO WE ARE

Epic Aircraft, based in beautiful Bend, Oregon, is the leading designer and manufacturer of high performance, all composite, six-seat single-engine turboprop aircraft. We're seeking talented and creative individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in the aerospace and/or composite technology industries.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a member of the Flight Support Team, theAircraft Mechanic Assistant will assist in any area of Epic Flight Support's Repair Station as needed. This includes assisting lead mechanics in performing routine maintenance tasks, in addition to shop floor upkeep, organization andcleaning. May be tasked with duties such as cleaning and polishing interior and exterior aircraft surfaces. This includescleaning aircraft parts, equipment, or surfaces using brushes, clothes, cleaners, disinfectants and vacuums. This is agreatjob for you if you are looking for a career you can grow with.Other dutiesmay include:

• Assist experienced A&P (Airframe & Powerplant) Mechanics in troubleshooting and repairing aircraft by following oral or written instructions and detailed written procedures
• Remove, clean, inspect, or replace aircraft components following training and written procedures
• Ensure work area is maintained in a clean,safe & organized manner daily
• Comply with regulations and procedures such as, Hazardous Material (HAZMAT), Foreign Object Damage (FOD), Tool Control, and OSHA safety practices
• Clean inside and outside aircraft windows and fuselage
• Vacuum aircraft floors, Wipe down and clean surfaces
• Remove trash and clean aircraft cockpit
• Help in other areas as needed or assigned

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

• Entry-level Position in Flight Support
• Entry-Level positions provide a path for you to grow into anAerospace Career
• Starting at $20-22/hr. dependent on experience.
• On-the-job training andAdvancement Opportunities
• Monday - Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm
• Three (3) weeks of paid time off (Includes a Paid week Off Between Christmas and New Year)
• Seven (7) paid holidays
• Discretionary year-endBonus
• 100% paidhealth, vision, and dental benefits for employees & 50% for dependents
• 401K retirement plan with a3% matchingprogram
• Pay Increasesbased on performance
• Friendly team environment and fun company events
• After 32 months of on-the-job-training and self-study, you can get FAA permission to test to become a certifiedaircraft mechanic.https://www.faa.gov/mechanics/become/experience

WHAT YOU BRING TO THE TEAM

• Previousautomotive or aircraft maintenanceexperienceis preferred. New A&P Graduates encouraged to apply
• Professional appearanceand excellent customer service skills;will need to interact with aircraft customers, passengers, and Epic Team
• A "can-do", teachable attitude, with a willingness to help any person on the team with any task
• Possess the ability to work productively, efficiently and effectively with initiative and limited direction
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Basic computer skills
• Able to work as part of a team to ensure meeting quality standards
• High standards for following instructions, work quality and productivity
• Some lifting may be required
• Able to stand for the majority of a shift in addition to moving about the facility to support the work
• Able to work with minimal supervision
• Self-motivated, self-disciplined, organized, and driven individual
• Able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Authorized to legally work in the U.S. for any company without sponsorship now or in the future
• This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position's scope and function