PlaneSmart! Aviation, LLC — Addison, IL
Estimated salary for Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025): $62,630–$99,130 per year, median $79,870. The employer did not provide a pay range for this listing.
SUMMARY: Service, repair and overhaul aircraft to ensure airworthiness. Works under moderate supervision to learn and perform basic tasks associated with aircraft maintenance. Advances through on-the-job training to regularly perform more challenging tasks and achieve greater compensation.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Position reports to Director of MaintenanceRepair, modify, replace or otherwise perform routine aircraft maintenance work in a safe and timely manner.Accurately completes required maintenance-related paperwork or utilize maintenance tracking software.Communicate effectively with other maintenance personnel at all levels by keeping co-workers and leadership apprised of work progress and difficulties as they arise.Complete on-the-job-training (OJT) forms and any required reading in a timely manner.Access and correctly follow instructions published in aircraft maintenance manuals.
Help with general cleanup of work area and monitoring time on assigned tasks.Responsible for accurately clocking into jobs and monitoring time on assigned tasks.Perform other duties as assigned such as: aircraft movement, customer service, be a positive representation of PlaneSmart’s maintenance team when regulatory authorities are present (FAA, DOT, TSA, etc.)QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS; SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:Demonstrate a desire and ability to learn new tasks.Regular and consistent attendance.Good verbal and written communication skills with extreme attention to detail.
Computer literacy: Microsoft office, email client, maintenance tracking software: TRAXXAL & CAMPS (preferred).Ability to communicate effectively with other maintenance personnel at all levels regarding job related issues.Ability to work with or learn to work with basic tools and mechanical systems.Meet all regulatory requirements per 14 CFR Part 65.Be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
Education And/Or Experience
High School education or equivalentFAA Airframe or Powerplant license REQUIRED1+ years aviation maintenance experience preferredPrefer 1+ year piston single engine experience with Continental IO-360, IO-520, & TIO-550 engines
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