What are the responsibilities and job description for the Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic position at Knapheide?
Airframe/ Powerplant Mechanic
Knapheide Manufacturing Company is the premier manufacturer and provider of high quality, work-ready transportation solutions serving our customers since 1848. The Knapheide Manufacturing Company is North America's most popular manufacturer of truck bodies and truck beds. There are more work trucks on the road today with "Knapheide" stamped on the truck body than any other manufacturer. We take great pride in providing customers with the highest quality service/utility bodies, platform bodies, gooseneck bodies, dump bodies, mechanics trucks, fuel/lube trucks, and water trucks in the industry. The Knapheide product can be seen around the globe and is produced by dedicated employees through teamwork and excellence here in the USA.
We are currently searching for a full-time Airframe and Powerplant mechanic to be part of an established Part 91, 2 aircraft operation based in Quincy, Illinois. Our current area of flight operations includes the continental United States, all of Canada, Alaska, and the Caribbean. The applicant will need to be a team player with a strong focus on safety and customer service. Join a hardworking flight department The flight department works as team assisting and helping as and where needed. that always strives to meet the travel needs of the company while adhering to a culture of service, safety, and integrity. The successful applicant will be expected to relocate to the Quincy Illinois area.
The applicant must be willing to accept and be responsible for managing all aircraft operations as applicable. This includes but is not limited to;
- Ensure a safe, dependable, and professional experience for all individuals traveling on the aircraft.
- Maintain a high level of customer service and with passengers while maintaining a friendly atmosphere.
- Ensuring the aircraft meets all performance and airworthiness requirements
- Ensuring all aircraft comply with company policies and Federal Aviation Regulations
- Assist in maintaining chart and navigation databases both electronic and paper (as required)
- Conduct post-flight inspection, cleaning, lavatory service and restocking of aircraft cabin supplies, and maintain aircraft appearance.
- Willingness to fuel aircraft and stage aircraft for departure
- Assist with the loading of passengers and baggage.
- Other department duties as assigned
- Willing to accept further responsibilities as experience allows
Requirements
Qualifications:
To perform the essential functions of this position successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate and provide the following:
- ALL APPLICANTS MUST Possess an A&P Certificate for at least two years with experience On turbine aircraft. (Lear 45/75 or Embraer 550 experience a Plus)
- Bachelor of Science Degree (Aviation Preferred) or equivalent work experience.
- Demonstrate excellent organizational, communication and multi-task skills.
- Utilize effectively all Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook). (Experience with CAMPS a Plus)
- Demonstrate professional appearance and behavior and be exceptionally reliable and timely.
- Adherent to applicable FAA regulations as well as company operations procedures.
- Willingness to comply with all company health and drug testing policies.
We offer a competitive benefits package that includes salary, health benefits, vacation, sick leave, life insurance, 401(k) and a free medical clinic.
Knapheide Manufacturing Company and Member Companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Job Information
- Location: Quincy, Illinois 62305 United States
- Posted: March 7,2025
- Position Title: Airframe/ Powerplant Mechanic.
- Company: The Knapheide Manufacturing Company
- Job Function: Mechanic - Permanent
- Entry Level: A&P qualifications
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Job Duration: Indefinite
- Min Experience: A&P two years Turbine experience.
