(AFG-KABUL) R/W Mechanic

Job Summary

The R/W Mechanic works closely with other mechanics and maintenance personnel on aircraft and aircraft engine services, repairs and overhauls ensuring that all work is done according to prescribed maintenance manuals, service bulletins, company policy and government regulations.

Principal Accountabilities

• Performs many of the following responsibilities as they pertain to assigned programs:


• Reports on work order status to the Lead Mechanic.


• Ensures that all tools and associated equipment are 100% accounted for.


• Reads and interprets manufacturers’ maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.


• Performs miscellaneous services on aircraft fleet including daily and periodic inspections to include flushing oil systems, cleaning screens, greasing various moving parts and washing aircraft.


• Assists in preparing aircraft for pre-flight inspection and tying aircraft down after post flight inspection is complete.


• Responds to work orders in a timely manner with emphasis on operations support.


• Able to communicate effectively and work well as a member of a team; assists with other duties as required to support the customer and mission.


• Works to help meet a minimum 80% Fleet Operational Readiness Rate.


• Conducts oneself professionally through appearance and conduct.


• All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Skills

• U.S. citizen: eligible to obtain a National Agency Check


• Current FAA Airframe Technician and A&P; mechanic licenses.


• Ability to communicate fluently in the English language.


• May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including working in extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure.


• Basic knowledge of various computer applications such as Microsoft Office applications (i.e. Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook).

Experience & Education

• High School Diploma.


• Associates Degree preferred.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• Must be able to withstand extreme temperatures and environments while working in field conditions.


• Must be able to lift 90 pounds to waste level and 75 pounds to shoulder height.

Travel

• Must be able to travel to and between remote location(s) in austere or inhospitable high stress environments, and work with minimal direct supervision.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
EXECUTIVE ORDER 11246 Prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, or national origin and requires affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees treated, without regard to race, sex, color, genetic information, religion, or national origin. (Enforcement Agency: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs).

Primary Location: AFGHANISTAN-OCONUS-KABUL

Job Posting: Jun 27, 2012, 6:22:08 PM

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Req ID: BSR1203692

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