Aircraft Maintenance Technician

at The Hershey Company in Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States

Job Description

Aircraft Maintenance Technician

Posted Date: 
 
 Jul 22, 2024

Requisition Number: 
 
 122546

Job Location: Harrisburg International Airport - Flight Operations

Job Summary:

This is a unique opportunity to join The Hershey Company family. The Technician will be part of a team that is responsible for maintaining company-owned aircraft. They will perform various maintenance and repair tasks to ensure airworthiness, thus providing safe efficient travel for company employees and guests.

Role Responsibilities:
The Aircraft Maintenance Technician will maintain company's fixed wing business aircraft to the highest standards and shall document maintenance activities per FAA regulations. This includes troubleshooting, discrepancy repairs, database updates, and other assigned tasks. They may be required to accompany the aircraft during scheduled maintenance and provide updates to the Manager.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician will assist with cleaning and upkeep of aircraft on a regular basis. Technician shall assist with fuel deliveries to fuel farm as well as fueling of aircraft. Operational activities involving the aircraft, departure, arrival, loading and unloading of passengers and baggage shall also be assisted by the technician.
Technician will be assigned a specific aircraft and be responsible to track all FAA regulatory documentation as well as all OEM specific documents pertaining to the aircraft. Technician shall assist with computerized aircraft maintenance tracking and coordinating of scheduled maintenance.
Technician may also be assigned specific tasks to help support daily operations and upkeep of equipment at the company owned facility.
The Technician may be asked to act as flight technician on certain flights to assist flight crew with passenger and aircraft operation.
Qualifications:

Must Possess a valid Federal Aviation Administration Airframe and Powerplant License
Have a working knowledge of the FAA Regulations
Have a high electrical and mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot using schematics
Must be able to clear a required Federal Air Security Background Check and drug test
Must be able to obtain a valid Pennsylvania Driver's License
Must have eyesight and dexterity necessary to meet the performance requirements of Federal Air Regulations 65, subpart D and AC-65-2d
Must have complete physical mobility and be able to lift 75lbs
Must possess computer skills competent to today's standards, (Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Must be self-motivated and customer service oriented
Must be able to adapt to a flexible work schedule
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Education:
Technical schooling necessary to acquire an Airframe and Powerplant License. Associate or bachelor's degree in a related field highly preferred.
Experience:
Three to five years of recent relevant experience
Experience with Gulfstream and Bombardier aircraft a plus

Nearest Major Market: Harrisburg

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. 

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans