Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $15 - $17/hour

Avocet Aviation Services, an FAA Certified Repair Station located in Central Florida, is always accepting applicants for our Registered Apprenticeship Program, however we do not anticipate bringing on any new apprentices until December 2024 or January 2025. Our apprenticeship program is designed to provide hands-on experience and mentorship to individuals eager to jumpstart their careers in Aviation Maintenance.

As an apprentice, you will work closely with experienced aircraft mechanics and other professionals to gain practical skills and knowledge. This is a unique opportunity to learn from industry leaders and contribute to real projects while developing your expertise in Aviation Maintenance. At the conclusion of our 30-month program, you will be eligible to test for your Airframe and Powerplant certifications.

Applicants must possess the following minimum qualifications, which are directly job related:

• Must have High School Diploma or High School Equivalency
• Must be 18+ Years of Age
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at full professional proficiency
• Must possess a current and valid driver's license (the license must remain current during the entire term of apprenticeship)
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must live in the State of Florida
• Must pass a pre-employment drug test; and a background check and security threat assessment resulting in issuance of a badge by the Sanford Airport Authority
• Must be able to perform essential functions of the job (see below)

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing 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 is regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; risk of radiation; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical Demands

The physical demands 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. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Depth perception, and Ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be processed per our Apprenticeship program standards.

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