Aircraft Mechanic A&P ELITE AIR SERVICE
Coldwater, MI 49036
Full-time
Elite Air Service has an immediate full-time opening for an experienced A&P. We are a growing FBO specializing in maintenance and refurbishment of piston GA aircraft, with the majority of our work on high performance aircraft. Our close knit team of technicians frequently works on private and classic aircraft maintenance and refurbishment, with our projects adding years of enjoyment to the aviation community of the greater Michigan, Ohio and Indiana area. Elite technicians frequently provide floatplane service, float change-over and float installs and our FBO is situated in beautiful southern Michigan along the Coldwater chain of lakes. We're looking for a hard working, growth minded A&P technician to add to our team.
Job Requirements – Aircraft Mechanic (A&P) – General Aviation
Required Qualifications:
- Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
- Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience maintaining general aviation aircraft (e.g., Cessna, Piper, Beechcraft, etc.)
- Strong knowledge of FAA regulations, maintenance procedures, and safety practices
- Proficiency in troubleshooting, inspecting, repairing, and maintaining airframes, engines, and related systems
- Experience performing 100-hour and annual inspections
- Ability to read and interpret aircraft maintenance manuals, service bulletins, and airworthiness directives
- Must have own basic set of aviation tools
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good communication skills and attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with sheet metal repair, composite work, or avionics installation
- Familiarity with maintenance tracking systems and logbook documentation
- IA (Inspection Authorization) certification or willingness to pursue one
- Experience with STC installations and field approvals
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces or at heights
- Willingness to work in variable conditions (heat, cold, noise)
Must have an A&P license. We want to hear from you!
Our office team handles customer interactions, invoicing, payments, parts searching, parts ordering and core returns, so our maintenance techs can stay engaged in maintenance, not be distracted with office functions.
We offer top-level salary, paid vacations/holidays and good health insurance. Relocation assistance is available.
We are a shop where everyone matters and you are not just another number. Don’t miss this opportunity, if you want to make more money, and work in a fun and upbeat environment, please drop us a resume, we want to talk with you.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Drug testing will be required. All applicants will be kept strictly confidential.
About Us
Elite Air Service has been serving the needs of general aviation at the Branch County Memorial Airport in Coldwater MI for over 20 years. Elite has plenty of work: we maintain a number of local airplanes and we frequently undertake outside restoration and modernization projects. Additionally, we have a dedicated aircraft paint hangar and full-time paint team. You will enjoy steady work, a regular schedule and fantastic work/life balance. This is a great career opportunity with the benefits your family needs. We are a small “family like” shop with a close knit team of professionals who work as a team. Our community is close enough to major cities for convenience but far enough for a lower cost of living and a small-town way of life. If this sounds like something you would be interested in, start your journey and please apply today!
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Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Performance Based Pay
- Great Work / Life Balance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid Holidays and Vacation
- 401k
- Learn to fly or advance your pilot skills in our discounted company aircraft.
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Great work/life balance
Experience:
- Aircraft maintenance: 2 years + (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Airframe & Powerplant License (Required)
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See us at work and our projects on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/EliteAirServiceMI/
Or visit our website:
https://www.eliteairservice.com/
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Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $3,800.00 - $5,400.00 per month
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Coldwater, MI 49036: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Airframe: 1 year (Required)
- Aircraft maintenance: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Airframe & Powerplant License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $3,800.00 - $5,400.00 per month
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Airframe & Powerplant: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Coldwater, MI 49036 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Coldwater, MI 49036: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
