Aviation Technician

Overview

Carter Machinery Company, the authorized Caterpillar dealer serving Virginia, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Washington D.C., is hiring an Aviation Technician in Richmond, Virginia. The Aviation Technician is responsible for the daily maintenance and repair of various aircraft, including the Gulfstream G600, Challenger 350, and Citation Encore.

• Perform daily maintenance and repair of various aircraft, including the Gulfstream G600, Challenger 350, and Citation Encore.

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certification required; FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) Certification required.
• Minimum of five years’ experience repairing aircraft engines, including at least three years’ experience in a Part 91 or Part 135 environment.
• Experience with large cabin corporate aircraft;
  Gulfstream experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of planning and implementing maintenance programs and control systems.
• Extensive experience troubleshooting and diagnosing expert-level mechanical repairs.
• High school diploma or GED with computer-based aircraft recordkeeping.
• Thorough knowledge of aircraft engines to troubleshoot and analyze problems quickly and improvise using logic and critical thinking skills.
• Familiarity with FAA LOAs and MEL creation/management.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude; must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to interact with customers on a professional level; strong oral and written communication skills.
• Self-directed and well organized with the ability to prioritize workload while providing excellent customer service.
• Ability to repair Caterpillar and competitive components and machines.
• Demonstrate ability to learn and apply new knowledge.
• Must be 21 years of age; must have an excellent driving record.
• Proficient use of technical software, databases and manuals.
• Must be able to function well in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
• Must be able to work any shift and overtime as needed to meet business demands.
• Promote positive customer experience.
• Uphold the Core Values of Integrity, Commitment, Excellence and Teamwork by embracing The Carter Way.

• Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; talk or hear. May be required to sit.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment may be fast-paced and at times stressful; may require overtime or varying shifts.

• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) with employer match; 0.75 to 1.25% up to 6%.
• Life and disability insurance.
• In-house training instructors/programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Discounts on cellular phone service, computers, tooling, cars and trucks.

Carter Machinery Co. Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified individuals – including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities, or any other characteristic protected by law – are encouraged to apply.

Carter Machinery is a drug-free workplace.

FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certification required; FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) Certification required; A minimum of five years’ experience repairing aircraft engines, including a minimum of three years’ experience in a Part 91 or Part 135 environment;
Experience with large cabin corporate aircraft, Gulfstream strongly preferred;
Demonstrated knowledge of planning and implementing maintenance programs and control systems;
Extensive experience troubleshooting and diagnosing expert-level mechanical repairs;
High school diploma or GED with computer-based aircraft recordkeeping.