Southeastern Oklahoma State University's Aviation invites applications for the position of Aircraft Maintenance Technician.
SUMMARY
The Aircraft Maintenance Technician reports to the Aircraft Maintenance Manager and performs or assists in preventative maintenance, maintenance, minor and major alterations, and rebuilding of an aircraft, airframe, piston-engine, propeller, appliance, part, and components.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform maintenance in a cost conscience and safe manner with the primary concern being the well-being of all personnel utilizing SE aircraft.
When necessary to conduct maintenance outside SEs facilities will be exposed to the prevailing conditions.
Job Hazards
- May be required to conduct maintenance in close proximity to engine and propeller while engine is running.
- May be required to work with noxious and carcinogenic materials and chemicals (solvents and lubricants).
- May be required to work with rotating machinery, power tools, and high-pressure gasses.
- May be required to work with and in close proximity to power tools in potentially confined areas.
- May be required to work in extremely confined areas.
- May be required to lift heavy objects.
- Attendance and Dependability: The employee can be depended upon to report to the assigned duty station at the scheduled time. Employee can be depended upon to complete work in a timely, accurate, and thorough manner and is conscientious, about assignments.
- Communication and Contact: The employee communicates effectively and professionally both verbally and in writing with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside of the University.
- Relationships with Others: The employee works effectively and relates well with others including superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the University. The employee exhibits a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working environment.
- Safety: Employee works safely, attends safety training offered/required, and follows appropriate safety rules and regulations. In relation to level of NIMs training completed, participates in incident management preparation, and performs incident duties as assigned.
REQUIRED:
High School Diploma
Licenses: Minimum FAA Airframe and Power Plant (A & P) Mechanic Certified
Training: one of the following:
- Requires a minimum of 1,900 hours of instruction at an FAA approved maintenance and repair facility and received a passing grade on written, oral and practical exams.
- Minimum of 30 months working under the supervision of an A & P Mechanic and receiving passing grades on written, oral, and practical exams.
Inspection Authorization (IA), 2+ years' experience in aviation; Associates Degree or equivalent.
Founded in 1909 as a teachers' college, Southeastern Oklahoma State University continues the strong tradition of producing outstanding educators for southeast Oklahoma and north Texas. Student enrollment is approximately 6,000 students and the campus is situated in rural Oklahoma. The main campus is located in Durant, Oklahoma, which is 90 miles north of Dallas, Texas, and 150 miles southeast of Oklahoma City. The community is close to Lake Texoma and the Choctaw Casino Resort. Southeastern Oklahoma State University continues to be among the nation's most affordable universities according to the U. S. News & World Report's America's Best colleges.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The preferred start date is October 1, 2026. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until filled.
Southeastern offers a comprehensive benefits package including university paid health, vision, life insurance, long term disability, retirement contributions to Oklahoma Teachers Retirement System, as well as a tuition waiver for employees and spouse/dependents who wish to enroll at Southeastern. Southeastern offers 25 paid holidays per fiscal year and has a generous leave package including annual/vacation leave, sick leave, personal leave, and birthday leave. In addition to the SE paid benefits, there are many voluntary products available to employees such as 403(b), Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, dental, short term disability, dependent life insurance and a variety of ancillary benefits.
Employment is contingent upon the results of a national criminal and sex offender background check. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States. SE participates in E-Verify.
SE is an AA/EEO employer committed to multicultural diversity.
Notice to applicants:
If selected, official transcripts from each degree-granting institution will be required upon date of hire.
It is Southeastern Oklahoma State University's policy that all newly hired employees must provide an original social security card during the hiring process. Failure to provide an original social security card will delay the hiring process and ability to begin employment.