Position Information: Description

The Aircraft Technician position is responsible for providing UND Aerospace with the safest aircraft by maintaining the highest quality of workmanship and professionalism.  The position will provide the UND Aerospace Maintenance Department with the mechanical skills and expertise required in maintaining a large fleet of aircraft used for flight training.  With a staff of full and part time Aircraft Technicians, the position will also provide scheduled and un-scheduled maintenance in accordance with the requirements of the FAR’s (Federal Aviation Regulations), and to meet the high demands of the Flight training department.

Position Benefits

Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, annual & sick leave in addition to 10 paid holidays.

Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans.

UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities.

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Duties & Responsibilities

Perform 50 hr, 100 hr, annual and progressive Inspection on fixed wing and rotor wing aircraft. (scheduled maintenance).

• Perform inspection in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations and UND policies and procedures.
• Research and comply with FAA Airworthiness Directives and regulatory requirements.
• Determine time life limits for aircraft components

Perform preventative maintenance and discrepancies (un-scheduled maintenance).

• Correct aircraft discrepancies.
• Troubleshoot and repair inoperative systems or components.
• Read and follow manufacturer’s schematics and troubleshooting procedures.
• Determine correct manufacturer part numbers for replacement for parts.

Perform minor and major alteration and repairs.

• Determine if a repair is a major or minor repair in accordance with the FAR’s.
• Complete the form (337) for all major repairs and alterations.
• Work with local FAA personnel to receive approval for major repairs or alterations.

Accurately complete aircraft records, inspection forms and work orders

• Accurately complete all work orders/aircraft log books in accordance with the FAR’s.
• Complete all required check lists.
• Insure all required “return to service” entries are made in accordance with the FAR’s before and aircraft is returned to Flight Operations.

Required Competencies

• Good interpersonal/oral/written communication skills.
• The ability to lift/move bulky or heavy objects, up to 75 pounds.
• Attention to details.
• Computer skills.
• A high level of mechanical aptitude.
• The ability to read and understand Aviation technical data.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency
• FAA A&P (Airframe & Powerplant) Certificate.
• Requires currency requirement of FAR Part 65.83.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Successful completion of criminal history records check.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on Piper single and multi-engine aircraft, Cessna single engine aircraft, and rotary wing aircraft experience.
• FAA Part 147 Aviation Maintenance Technician School education.
• Experience with FAA 145 Repair Station.

Minimum Hiring Salary/Position Classification

$27.48 /hour, Full-time, Non-Exempt, Benefited

Work Schedule

Variable

To Apply

For full consideration, all application materials must be fully submitted by 11:59PM on the closing date.

Additional Information

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All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and EO/Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.

Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement

The University of North Dakota is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other protected characteristic. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran’s status and disability status as part of the application process. This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.

Veteran’s Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 showing character of service or NGB 22 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.