Aviation Maintenance Mech at University of Oklahoma in Norman, Oklahoma

Job Description:

Oversees and maintains University fleet of FAA part 141 aircraft trainers.

• Interacts with Supervisor of Department flight Ops and Chief Flight Instructor


• Maintains strict compliance with all FAA and aircraft manufacturers airworthiness and safety directives, to include Piper Warrior III, Seminole, King Air, Cessna Aerobat, Piper Archer.


• Cleans and details outside and inside of aircraft.


• Investigates technical compliance orders.


• Maintains aircraft logbooks and records.


• Performs daily inspection of aircraft fleet.


• Order parts and advises and collaborates on maintenance diagnosis.


• Inspects new parts for integrity.


• Keeps aviation shop hangar and work areas orderly and clean.


• Keeps shop equipment in operable condition.


• Complies with campus and departmental safety procedures/policies and University, OSHA, and FAA recommended
  practices, policies and procedures.


• Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position.

Required Education: High School diploma, GED, Vo-Tec or Trade School.

Skills:

• 
  Basic math functions with aircraft wt & balance calculations.
  
  


• Read/understand tech orders.
  
  


• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Certifications:

• 
  FAA Airframe & Powerplant License.
  
  


•  Flight School Graduate of FAA certified A & P aircraft mechanic school.


•  Valid Oklahoma Driver's License in order to drive University vehicles or ability to obtain within 30 days from hire date.

Advertised Physical Requirements:

• Regularly exposed to extreme temperatures in summer. 


• Hangar environment.


• Odors, noise. 


• Must regularly stand, bend, stoop, use belly crawler; enter confined aircraft crawl spaces in cockpit and fuselages. 


• Lifts above shoulders and carry 45 lbs or more. 


• Exposure to heavy lifting; wear and maintain personal protective equipment;
  
  

Department Preferences:

• 24 months single and multi engine aircraft A and P maintenance experience.
  
  

Supervision: None

Special Instructions: If you are selected as a final candidate for this position, you will be subject to The University of Oklahoma Norman Campus Tuberculosis Testing policy. To view the policy, visit https://hr.ou.edu/Policies-Handbooks/TB-Testing.

Why You Belong at the University of Oklahoma: The University of Oklahoma fosters an inclusive culture of respect and civility, belonging, and access, which are essential to our collective pursuit of excellence and our determination to change lives. The unique talents, perspectives, and experiences of our community enrich the learning, and working environment at OU, inspiring us to harness our innovation, creativity, and collaboration for the advancement of people everywhere.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, and health care services that the University operates or provides.

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