I come in and check my emails. Update the materials board in my team room so other technicians know where they will be working for the day due to material on site and job status. Head out to the shop floor and do my task(s) for the day. There are multiple possibilities but the main three categories are tear down, inspect, and rebuild. We have a materials meeting to go over issues, update on job status, incoming work, parts, etc. Then go to a council meeting on some days.
CAREER
Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
Overview
Salary Median (2020)
$66,440
Projected Job Growth (2019-2029)
+4.6% (slower than the average)
Career
Roadtrip Nation Leaders in This Career
What Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians Do
Diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul aircraft engines and assemblies, such as hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
Other Job Titles Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians May Have
Aircraft Maintenance Technician (Aircraft Maintenance Tech), Aircraft Mechanic, Aircraft Restorer, Aircraft Technician, Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic (A and P Mechanic), Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT), Aviation Mechanic, Helicopter Mechanic
How Leaders Describe a Typical Day at Work
I start the day by pulling all of the airplanes up to get them loaded and ready to go. My brother and I will get the maps ready for the pilots and make sure everything is organized. I'll proceed through the day making sure everything is in order. If something goes wrong with one of the planes, I work on it. For example, the air conditioning went out in one of the planes. I'm able to fix that so the pilot can be comfortable. At the end of the day, we prepare maps and schedules for the next day.
Tasks & Responsibilities May Include
- Examine and inspect aircraft components, including landing gear, hydraulic systems, and deicers to locate cracks, breaks, leaks, or other problems.
- Conduct routine and special inspections as required by regulations.
- Inspect completed work to certify that maintenance meets standards and that aircraft are ready for operation.
- Read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and other specifications to determine the feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
- Maintain repair logs, documenting all preventive and corrective aircraft maintenance.
Education
Level of Education Attained by Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians
Most common level of education among people in
this career: Some college, no degree (35%)
High school diploma or equivalent
Some college, no degree
Associate's degree
Other*
*All other responses combined for clarity.
Majors Related to Career
Educational Paths Suggested by Leaders
Suggested Path
High School
Certification / License
Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft...
Certification / License
Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician
Suggested Path
Graduate
Highschool defree
Additional Skills & Experiences That Can Help You Excel
The willingness to learn, mechanical ability, integrity, and grit.
It's important to be highly self-motivated in this job. That motivation and passion are necessary in order to work at the level you need to every day. I do a lot of hands-on work and fine measurements, so attention to detail is a critical skill. It's also important to be humble and know when you need to ask someone else for support or clarification.
Getting Started
Recommended First Step for:
High School Students
Figure out a job field that interests you, but keep your options open.
Going to speak to a recruiter and work hard towards any goals you have in mind
Enjoy.
Everyone
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