A&P Mechanic

About USA Jet

Within the robust framework of Ascent Global Logistics, USA Jet consistently delivers crucial time-sensitive airlift services, reinforcing the supply chains of esteemed customer partners. Based at Willow Run Airport in Belleville, MI, with over 44 years of service in domestic and U.S. to Canada, Mexico and South America cargo transportation, USA Jet is recognized as a trailblazer in the North American air cargo industry.

Our Guiding Principles

At the core of Ascent's culture is a strong commitment to excellence, driven by the passion and dedication of every team member. We're equally dedicated to going above and beyond for our customers, ensuring this commitment extends beyond our team and brings exceptional value to those we serve. We aim for perfect execution in everything we do and ‘play hard’ by creating an environment where tasks are performed with a can-do attitude from start to finish. We ‘play smart’ by delivering on our commitments in an honest, fair and ethical manner. We treat every person with whom we interface with the utmost dignity and respect. We understand that our teammates are our most valuable assets, so we ‘play together’ by making every effort to provide a professional and enjoyable experience, enabling careers to flourish and personal growth to be achieved.

What You’ll Do

A&P Mechanics report directly to Lead Mechanics or Maintenance Supervisor while at the USA Jet Main Maintenance Base. At an outstation, A&P Mechanics report to Maintenance Control.

• Overhaul, maintain and repair airframe components, powerplant, aircraft communication equipment, and associated components in accordance with USA Jet manuals, Manufacturer's manuals, Bulletins, and Orders.

• Required to sign for work accomplished.
• In performing your duties, are required to be constantly alert for defective, worn, or failed parts as well as safe working conditions.
• May be assigned to such housekeeping duties as policing your work area or repair and maintenance of Company property.
• Responsible to actively participate in USA Jet Safety Programs and SMS.
• Required to report all safety concerns in a timely manner.
• Required to ensure that you and your co-workers are performing all functions in the safest possible manner.
• Required to follow the standards of the Occupational Safety and Health organization with legal authority at the location at which they are working.
• Perform all tasks as assigned by your Lead or Supervisor.

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Must hold a current FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate
• Knowledge of all applicable regulatory requirements
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to remain calm during adverse conditions
• Ability to think and react quickly with a sense of urgency to time-sensitive problem situations
• Detailed organizational skills
• Experience in Microsoft Windows, Word, Outlook and Excel preferred
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
• Eligible to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship
• Valid and Current Passport
• Ability to travel without restriction in and out of the U.S.
• Ability to complete the training and qualification requirements as defined in USA Jet approved/accepted manuals

Ascent’s Competitive Benefits

• 401(k) and employer matching

• Life Insurance

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Short- & Long-Term Disability

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Wellness Program

• Paid Holidays

• Employee Recognition Programs

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Overtime, Differential, Trip & Bonus Pay

Additional Considerations

• Successfully candidates must pass an initial, and random, Drug and Alcohol screening process as required by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and a fingerprint based criminal history records check and/or Security Threat Assessment (STA) as required by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
• Employment is not contingent upon COVID-19 vaccination status.
• May be required to work near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions.
• Noise level may be moderate to loud when aircraft is taxiing in the area.
• While performing the duties of the job, the employee is frequently required to:
  • Walk, sit, stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach/handle items
  • Work with their hands and tools
  • Talk and hear others in conversations via phone or in person
• While performing the duties of the job, the employee is occasionally required to: lift and/or move items up 50-100 pounds.
• Vision abilities required:
  • Close vision
  • Distance vision
  • Color vision