General Mechanic
Chipton-Ross is seeking 3 General Mechanics for a contract opportunity in Victorville, CA.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
• 5+ years of experience Depot Level/Heavy General maintenance.
• 5+ years of experience working various aircraft exterior and interior systems such as hydraulic, flight control, monuments, landing gears, fuel systems, and engines
• 5+ years of experience in working with schematics, specifications, assembly drawings and standard operating procedures.
• Willing to work variable shifts, including weekends and overtime
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Perform efforts associated with flight controls installation, removal and rigging. Landing gear and servicing of aircraft.
• Perform essential component change outs for example servo pumps, filters and engine components.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, technical orders, process specification, and retrofit requirements to perform structural modification/repair.
• Access aircraft data via computer systems and initiate on-line parts and discrepancy requests.
• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work.
• Ensure that all equipment is used in accordance with established safety and operating procedures.
• Diagnose and correct malfunctions occurring in assembly processes.
• Use precision measuring instruments, gauges, tools, etc., necessary to check dimensions and conformance to quality
requirements.
• Maintain necessary certifications, licenses and permits as required for assigned work.
• Able to ascend and descend vertical work ladders, work in confined spaces, and lift loads of approximately 35 pounds
• Must be familiar with Hazardous Energy and Lock Out /Tag systems applications to ensure working environment is deemed safe for access and on the job performance.
• Will be required to assist other team members (Avionics, Structures, Electrics) in order to ensure cost/schedule targets are met.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
• A&P Certification
• Heavy C and D Check Experience
• 787 Experience
• Experience in aircraft heavy maintenance or Depot Leve/Modifications
• Experience performing aircraft engine runs, and engine borescope inspections.
• Ability to operate a forklift, mobile crane, and riding type electric powered elevating equipment
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Lifting, bending, standing, operating machinery, working outside 30% of the time
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Education/experience typically acquired through basic education (e.g. High School diploma/GED) and typically 4 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. vocational school/Associate+2 years' related work, Bachelor, etc.).
TRAVEL:
There is possible travel for training.
WORK HOURS
FULL TIME/VARIABLE SHIFT: 1st and 2nd shift - all candidates submitted must be willing to work both shifts. This team works 10 hours days, 6 days a week.
PER CLIENT: Candidates who do not have the flexibility to work all shifts or variable shifts should not apply for this opportunity.
ADDITIONAL:
This work assignment has been designated as "safety-sensitive" by the Client. Contractors assigned to safety-sensitive jobs at the Client site must first complete regulatory pre-placement requirements prior to reporting to assignment. Additionally, contractors assigned to safety-sensitive work will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing in accordance with federal mandates.
Job Location: Victorville, CA
Rate: Up to $54.88 DOE
Duration: 12 Months
Input Date: 04/15/2026
Attention: Kristie Hardage
Address: 420 CULVER BLVD
City, State: PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone: 310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone: 800/927-9318
Fax Phone: 310/414-7808
Email: khardage@chiptonross.com
Website: www.chiptonross.com
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