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Aircraft Mechanic

Big Bend Community College (BBCC), a rural college serving vibrant, culturally rich communities in the Columbia Basin of Central Washington invites applications for an Aircraft Mechanic in the college's Aviation Program. Under general supervision, perform visual and manual inspections, maintenance and repair work on engine and engine components, fuel systems, control systems, propellers, landing gear, steering and brake systems, and airframe and structures on airplanes; inspect, and maintain accessories, and avionic testing equipment; assure compliance with manufacturer requirements and federal and state regulations. This position reports to the Director of Flight Operations and receives direction and guidance from the Aircraft Mechanic/Inspector Lead and Chief Pilot.

BBCC's organizational strength is captured in our small but mighty spirit. A small college taking on BIG things to enact BIG change to lift our students and employees. We are dedicated to extending postsecondary access to all our service district members and providing an environment for all to grow personally and professionally, steered by our mission and vision.

Vision : To become our communities' first choice to dream, learn, and succeed.

Mission Serve as a Bridge Stand as a Leader Support for Success Our guiding principles are a call to action, establishing a standard for how we interact with each other, present BBCC in the community, serve students AND act upon areas of inequity.

Guiding Principles Honor our Role as a Hispanic-Serving Institution Advocate for Equity, Inclusion, & Diversity Embrace our Workplace Norms Innovate Proactively Model Integrity Educate All If you share these values, we encourage you to come be a part of the movement happening at Big Bend Community College.

This position closes on August 15, 2025. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged.

Primary essential duties and responsibilities include but will not be limited to the following:

• Clean, repair, adjust and/or replace engine components, instrumentation and electrical systems; disassemble, clean, magnaflux and/or zyglo internal components, overhaul and reassemble engines; check components for serviceable limits in accordance with manufacturer specifications, and re-assemble components to airworthy condition.
• Repair cabin, wing, control surfaces, landing gear, and empennage; balance, rig, and adjust as needed.
• Perform 100-hour and annual inspections; perform operational checks of aircraft, engine, avionics equipment, and flight simulators; perform altimeter, static system and ATC transponder tests as required by FAA regulations.
• Test and calibrate avionics equipment; test gauges, controls, heating and ventilating systems, and repair swing compasses.
• Repair aircraft exterior and structure; perform metal fabrication, riveting, and welding; apply dope and fabric; apply plastics; prepare and paint aircraft surfaces, metals, and fabrics.
• Interpret and comply with FAA airworthiness directives, manufacturer's letters, bulletins, and state directives.
• Request bid list from different manufacturers, order and inventory parts, prepare purchase requests.
• Sign off the appropriate logs and records, prepare reports as required to comply with state and FAA regulations.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, workshops and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.
• Ensure no injuries to self or others by following safe work practices and policies. This includes, but is not limited to security and safety, understanding of SDS, equipment, fire, disaster, safe lifting and body mechanics.
• Ensure compliance with college policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.
• Conduct self in a professional manner and ensures the interaction with team members and other support groups is conducted in a courteous and efficient manner conducive to the college's values.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as may be required.

DUTIES OF THE POSITION REQUIRE EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE IN:

• The repair and maintenance of Beechcraft Bonanza, Musketeer/Sport and/or Sundowner, Piper Seminole, Piper Warrior III, Citabria, Cessna 180 Amphibian aircraft, and Frasca 141, 142 simulators.
• Safe work practices.
• Microsoft Office, specifically MS Outlook.

DUTIES OF THE POSITION REQUIRE THE ABILITY TO:

• Critical thinking skills: Seek resources for direction, when necessary. Perform independent problem solving. Decision-making is logical and deliberate.
• Perform actions that demonstrate accountability. Exercise safe judgment in decision-making. Practices within legal and ethical guidelines.
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service to internal customers.
• Ability to work with diverse populations.
• Ability to work independently and reliably. Regular and consistent attendance is expected.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment; prioritize multiple tasks and projects to meet deadlines.
• Use mathematics to solve problems.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and schematics.
• Understand written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• View gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure equipment is working properly.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Possession of a valid Airframe and Powerplant license as issued by the FAA.
• Possess recent single engine aircraft experience.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possession of a valid Airframe and Powerplant license with inspector's authorization as issued by the FAA.
• One (1) year of aircraft maintenance experience.

This position is open until filled. Priority consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received by August 15, 2025. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time, so a prompt response is encouraged.

To qualify for consideration, applicants must meet required qualifications and submit a complete application packet, which includes the following:

BBCC Online application.

Cover letter, addressing why you are interested in this position and how your qualifications make you the ideal candidate.*

Comprehensive resume or CV.*

Response(s) to the questions found in the Supplemental Questions Tab above.* Supplemental questions are designed to address the Additional Desirable qualifications list in the job posting.

Unofficial transcripts documenting undergraduate and graduate course work and degrees. Official transcripts required upon employment.*

NOTE: You must complete the online application in full and respond to the required supplemental questions. Failure to provide this information or responses of See Resume may eliminate you from consideration for this position. The college reserves the right to remove documents, submitted but not requested, by BBCC as part of the application process.

BBCC reserves the right to not fill this position, reject all applicants, reopen the position, or make a direct appointment. Applications received during this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies at the College's discretion.

This posting does not reflect the entire job description and may be changed and/or modified, at any time, without notice.

If you have difficulty logging into your account, attaching documents, submitting your application, etc., please contact NEOGOV Customer Service at 1-855-###-####.

Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employers. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete the questions.

Prior to employment, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform the position.

An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of Big Bend Community College to sponsor an H-1B visa. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.

Official transcripts must be provided to the college upon hire.

Big Bend provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 19