Airframe Structural & Fuel Systems Apprentice Technician Southwest Airframe & Tank Services 3 reviews - Mesa, AZ $17 an hour Job Summary We are currently seeking entry level Fuel system / Airframe Sheetmetal technicians. Majority of work to be performed on corporate aircraft. Job Description * Integral tank repairs; Fuel leak isolation, Desealing and resealing, fastener removal and replacement, airframe structural repair, corrosion inspection, removal, and repair. * Fuel bladder- removal/installation, fuel leak isolation, fuel cell cavity inspection and preparation. * Fuel system troubleshooting, component changes, pressurization procedures. * Read and interpret manufacturers maintenance manuals, IPMs, SRMs, Service bulletins, ADs aircraft drawings (structural) and other applicable FAA approved specifications.

• Some Confined Space Entry is required (full training is provided and required) Job Requirements * Travel required, majority of work performed in U.S. at major FBO and OEM service centers. * Airframe license preferred but not required. * Military experience acceptable. * Entry level positions available. Compensation * Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications. * Immediate employment 30 days * Entry level hourly wage of $17.00/hour, 90-day performance review to $19.00 if qualified * (Entry level wages may vary depending on primary job region assignment) * Overtime rate of 1.5X base hourly rate (Time + ½) Travel Pay * Per Diem $55.00/day for meals and incidentals * Mileage $0.59/mile to and from customer locations * Hotel paid individual rooms while traveling Benefits * 100% Paid medical /dental & vision insurance for employee * Paid holiday immediate * Paid Vacation - 40 hours first year
• Paid Personal Leave 40 hours at 90 days of employment * Company matching IRA Retirement Plan. SWAT Base Locations www.swat-aircraft.com DFW Carrollton, TX Company Headquarters Primarily travel throughout US as well as local DFW area support Orlando FL / Tampa FL / Sanford FL Primarily regional work as well as travel throughout U.S. Mesa, AZ / Scottsdale Phoenix Valley Primarily regional work as well as travel throughout U.S. Houston, TX / George Bush International IAH and Houston Hobby Primarily regional work as well as travel throughout U.S. Northeast Region Trenton NJ / White Plains NY / Cleveland OH / New England States Primarily regional work as well as travel throughout U.S. Job Type: Full-time Experience: * Aviation: 1 year Education: * High school or equivalent License: * Valid Drivers License Language: * English (read & write) Required work authorization: * United States 1 day ago - save job