Lead Interior Cabinet Technician - 2nd Shift

Lead Interior Cabinet Technician - 2nd Shift - 1204

Full Time

On-Site

East Alton, IL, USA

Posted 30+ days ago

West Star is the fastest growing maintenance repair organization in the industry and we recognize this is the result of our talented team of trusted employees working together to deliver customer service excellence. We are committed to providing our employees with personal and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of respect and well‑being with a small company feel.

When you join our team we don’t think you should have to wait for your benefits to kick in. That’s why when you start, they start with you! This includes medical, dental, 401K match, time off accruals, weekly pay days and much more. We don’t want you to live to work, we want you to work and live
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The Interior Lead Tech requires an advanced knowledge of aircraft cabinets and interior installations. The job involves leading the modification, repair, refurbishment and fabrication of aircraft cabinets. The job includes varying amounts of parts replacement and general technical applications. The ability to evaluate and adjust on modifications is essential. Training and maintaining workflow will be essential. Job duties will vary by type and scope as designated by the Interior Team Leader.

Will be required to work independently.

• Independently manage cabinet modifications and installations by communicating with the CAE Director of Maintenance and various other departmental staff, determining flow for completing assignments.
• Perform quality checks, supervise and assign personnel on daily activities.
• Perform training, coaching and mentoring of team members to develop the job knowledge and performance of Interior Techs.
• Prepare and deliver annual performance evaluations of assigned team members.
• Assist with engineering on design for major modification projects.
• Completely removes, repairs and modifies aircraft cabinets with little or no supervision.
• Work independently on projects.
• Perform daily turnover sheets, work order processes and tooling when required.
• Assist with training to ensure job knowledge and performance of interior personnel.
• Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English.
• Any other job‑related duties as assigned by supervisor or management.

A High school diploma or equivalent.

A High school diploma or equivalent.

Completion of supervisory training classes preferred.

8+ years prior experience in aircraft cabinets.

Will have exclusive knowledge in all area's of the job.

We’re looking for team players who are self‑motivated and able to perform in a fast paced environment where working under specific deadlines and time constraints will be common.

Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments.

Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work.

Must have reliable transportation to get to work each and every day.

Perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines.

Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties.

Maintain customer oriented work habits.

Assist in major modification work as needed.

Lifts 50 lbs.

Routine walking, bending and squatting or sitting.

Routing or repetitive physical motion with arms and hands with emphasis on grasping, feeling and finger dexterity.

Standing for long periods of time.

Climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas.

Understanding and implementation of regulations and guidelines including…