Sheet Metal Mechanic

Welcome to Dow Aero, a dynamic and innovative company that provides unparalleled services in the aviation industry. We currently have an opening for a skilled and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic. If you have a strong background in sheet metal fabrication, a passion for craftsmanship, and a commitment to producing high-quality results, we invite you to apply and be a part of our team, helping us deliver exceptional work to our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Shearing/Cutting/Bending and fabrication of sheet metal within tight tolerances.
• Perform layout and transfer hole pattern techniques on manufactured parts as well as Installation of permanent and non-permanent fasteners and removal.
• Perform assembly maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) support for airstair components and other aircraft worthy parts.
• Attention to detail and a keen eye for quality and inspection of customer and Dow-owned product.
• Operation and potential maintenance of shop equipment including shears, brakes, drills, grinders, etc.
• Proper use of measuring equipment including dial calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, radius gauges, etc.
• Understand technical drawings and documentation.
• Ensure parts and tooling are categorized, stored, and handled accordingly.
• Comply with internal policies and procedures, original equipment manufacturer (OEM) manuals, along with statutory and regulatory requirements (OSHA, FAA, ISO/AS, ec)
• With appropriate qualifications, may inspect conformity of parts.
• Maintain safe and orderly working conditions.
• Positive attitude and ability to work with others.
• Must meet requirements to drive company vehicle(s).
• Must have reliable means of transportation to/from work sites.

Competencies

• Strong Attention to Detail
• Communication Proficiency
• Mechanical Capacity
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Time Management
• Thoroughness

Required Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2 years of technical experience (Including education)
• 3-5 years of related sheet metal experience

Preferred Education

• Graduate from technical school

Supervisory or Management Responsibility

• This position has no direct supervisory or management responsibilities

Primary Work Environment

• Climate controlled primarily; Occasionally not climate controlled
• Shop/Warehouse
• Occasional loud noises
• Occasional fumes and particles
• Frequently moving mechanical equipment and vibrations
• Occasionally Outdoors

Primary Work Environment

The following is representative of successfully performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodation can be evaluated and appropriately implemented where possible to enable individuals with disabilities, or other limitations, improved comfort when performing duties.

• Hear
• Lift, push, and pull objects (up to 50 pounds)
• Reach with arms and hands
• Stand
• Stretch
• Read, Write and Interpret English
• Use hands and fingers
• Work from ladders and scissor lifts at heights up to 30ft
• View
• Walk

Expected Days and Hours

• Monday through Friday
• First shift – 7:00am to 3:30pm
• Open and able to work occasional overtime, weekends and willing to rotate shifts as required depending on workload.

Travel

• Travel is rarely expected for this position

Required Personal Equipment/Tooling

• Protective steel-toed footwear
• Other personal protective equipment (PPE) required for job duties and responsibilities will be provided as necessary by Dow Aero, LLC including protective eyewear, respirator, ect.

Other Duties

Please be aware this job listing is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of job duties, responsibilities and/or activities that are required. Actual assigned duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dow Aero does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, and/or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at Dow Aero will be based on merit, qualifications, and/or abilities.

Drug Screening

Any selected candidate for this role shall be screened, at minimum, for the unlawful use of the following drugs:

• Marijuana
• Cocaine
• Opioids
• Phencyclidine (PCP)
• Amphetamines

Screenings are conducted in accordance with federal, state, and/or other local laws. Results shall be collected and approved prior to starting with Dow Aero. Additionally, as this position includes safety-sensitive job functions, screenings will also be conducted in accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.

Communication

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