Shop Supervisor A&P/IA Job Description
If you desire predictable and repetitive work with limited opportunities for advancement, then J&G Aviation is not what you are looking for.
If on the other hand, you relish challenges and continuous improvement, love being hands on, want to be part of a growing, passionate aviation adventure, value the opportunity to learn “at the feet” of our incredible Director of Maintenance, and do all this while being surrounded by other likeminded individuals, then J&G Aviation may be exactly what you are looking for. We are a supportive and fun-loving group that treasure each other and working together as a team to build J&G. We are very dedicated to demonstrating business integrity, employee development, and employee involvement. As a J&G team member, you will be kept apprised of the health of the business and how your efforts directly contribute to our journey and growth. This is all done in an environment of being a fun place to work and where everyone has opportunity to be the best they can and want to be. Oh yeah, did I mention a regular weekly schedule with weekends off and DOUGHNUTS!
J&G Aviation, LLC is a general aviation maintenance business based out of Grand Prairie Airport (KGPM). Our core focus is on required maintenance and aircraft inspections (annual, 100-hour, pre-buy, airworthiness directives, and manufacturer service bulletins). We manage every aspect of aircraft ownership, from pre-buys to sales and everything in between. The company prides itself on high quality work, competitive prices, and timely aircraft turnaround times. We enhance these characteristics with a customer-oriented approach by placing a huge emphasis on transparent communication and working with our customers at every turn to achieve the desired outcome.
Our company conducts references checks, background checks, and applicants must pass a drug test as mandated by the FAA prior to being hired.
J&G Aviation also offers health insurance plans, paid vacation after a year in service, and an IRA plan.
We firmly believe that ATTITUDE is important in every aspect of work. We do not hire just for SKILLS, but also hire for ATTITUDE. At J&G Aviation, we can always teach skills if you have a great attitude!
J&G Aviation is looking for a full time Shop Supervisor to join our team.
Applicant for Shop Supervisor is required to be a licensed A&P/IA or eligible for IA in General Aviation small reciprocating aircraft. If not currently an IA, must obtain within 120 days. The ideal candidate would be an A&P/IA mechanic with a minimum of 3 years of experience with small reciprocating aircraft, installing, troubleshooting, repairing mechanical powerplant and electrical systems, as well as 2 years of Leadership in a supervisory or management position. Every member of our team is an ambassador, who will have interactions with our customers as needed and therefore expected to have at least 1 year of customer service-related work. It is necessary for Shop Supervisor to provide their own tools and laptop. They must have knowledge of Google Suite applications, 337 documentation, MRO software and ability to leverage outside expertise.
The Shop Supervisor's duties consist of assisting apprentice and other A&P's as needed on customer aircraft to include, but not limited to 100hr/annual inspections, oil changes, repairs, installs, and major overhauls. They will assist leaders in the areas of operations support, personnel training, shop efficiency, work order management, associated documentation, leadership, maintenance inspection authorizations, maintenance manual, J&G and FAA procedures/guidelines and quality control.
Team member reports directly to the Director of Maintenance, works alongside A&P's, and apprentices. Duties include but are not limited to:
1. Attend and participate in Weekly Tactical Meetings, Daily Huddles, and Monthly Town Halls, which are overseen by the COO, Director of Maintenance, and company's CEO, respectively.
2. Assist in performing Annual Inspections/Repairs. Updating AD's and STC's by researching and documenting necessary updates on AD reports. Conducts 337 documentation. Proficiency is measured by quality of work outlined in J&G's and industry standards for completing such duties. A strong attention to detail is required to meet these standards.
3. Maintain work orders with a high degree of detail, accuracy, and associated documentation in our online Quantum Maintenance software.
4. Personnel Training: Work alongside, teach, mentor, and provide guidance to apprentices. Assist in developing, tracking, and testing apprentices’ mastery of skills in preparation for the A&P licensing exams.
5. Interface with customers as needed: Keep customers informed and fully aware of the scope of work needed on their aircraft. Refer customers back to shop leadership or CEO when pertaining to financial or other related details.
6. Adhere to maintenance manuals, J&G, and FAA procedures and guidelines.
7. Report to work on time as required and completion of work assigned in a timely manner.
8. Wear provided uniforms every day in the shop. Shop Supervisor will maintain a clean, well-kept, and orderly uniform daily. J&G will provide other uniform items as needed.
9. Ensure work area, shop, tools, and parts are clean and organized.
10. Assist as needed in moving aircraft, shop equipment, and other heavy items.
11. Must have ability to bend, squat, and work in tight spaces for extended periods of time.
12. Continued Education: Keep licensing current, attend industry related seminars, and trainings recommended by leadership. Seek to continually learn and improve.
12. Effective Communication Skills: Use verbal interactions, email, and Slack to communicate issues, updates, and requests for information.
13. General computer skills: G-Suite email, Slack, Toolbox, Quantum MX, Zoom, Google Calendar, industry websites, manual, and others as needed.
14. Pay during first 90 days probation: $29/hr.
15. Pay during second 90 days probation: $30/hr.
16. After probation, pay increases to $31/hr. * pay raises available for review annually.