A&P Mechanic 1st shift

About Us: AAR Corp. (NYSE: AIR) is a global aerospace and defense aftermarket solutions company that employs more than 6,000 people across over 60 sites in over 20 countries. Headquartered in the Chicago, Illinois area, AAR supports commercial and government customers in more than 100 countries through four operating segments: Parts Supply, Integrated Solutions, Repair and Engineering and Expeditionary Services. AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society. Description: The A&P Mechanic is responsible for performing aircraft maintenance and/or repairs in accordance with applicable "AAR Airframe MRO", FAA, and customer standards of quality. This includes organizing his/her work plan in an efficient and resourceful manner. The A&P Mechanic is responsible for working in a safe manner, eliminating waste, and delivering quality product. What you will be responsible for: Perform such typical maintenance operations as the removal and replacement of aircraft and powerplant components that require bolting, torquing, adjusting, rigging, and safety wiring to include powerplant, and flight control removal/installation. Troubleshoot, repair, clean, service, inspect, modify, replace, and/or overhaul aircraft and aircraft systems using approved/acceptable data to ensure airworthiness. Follow all applicable instructions for Continued Airworthiness without exception to accomplish a specific task. Maintain a clean and safe working environment. Perform work with efficiency to minimize time required to perform the task. Follow all safety procedures and specifications with appropriate PPE. Maintain work documentation reflective of progress for work being accomplished. Use and operate ground support equipment, as applicable and if qualified, in a safe manner. Complete assignments with little or no rework. Act as a mentor and help train less experienced technicians. Interface effectively with members of management, other departments, and co-workers. Perform other work as instructed by the A&P Lead or Maintenance Supervisor. What you will need to be successful in this role: High School diploma or equivalent. FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate. Must provide own tools as indicated on company tool list. Language (read, write, speak, and understand English). The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary: Competitive salary and bonus package Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) retirement plan with company match Generous paid time off program Professional development and career advancement opportunities Physical Demands/Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to bend, stoop, kneel, and/or stand for prolonged periods of time and climb ladders and/or service stands. The environmental characteristic for this position is an aircraft hangar setting. Be able to bend, stoop, kneel, and/or stand for prolonged periods of time and climb ladders and/or service stands. Subject to noise more than 85 db. Must be able to be fitted with a full-face respirator. Employees with facial hair will be required to purchase a hood to meet respirator requirements. Capable of lifting fifty (50) pounds. Job requires participation in the DOT random drug and alcohol testing program. Normal or corrective hearing. Minimum visual acuity of 20/40 corrected. May be exposed to hazardous chemicals and requires the use of all safety equipment. AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.