Senior Level Mechanic Jobs
Senior level mechanic jobs put experienced technicians in charge of complex diagnostics, shop-floor decisions, and the junior staff who look to them for guidance on the hardest repairs. Most openings are on-site, with Food & Beverage, Construction & Real Estate, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals leading hiring and Cintas, Sodexo, and People Integra hiring at this level now.
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- Candidates must be available to work any shift, including weekends.
- Training will take place on first shift, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
- Required availability to start: January 11.
Job Overview
- You will be part of the Production Structures/Assembler team supporting the Greenville Production Team.
- The team is responsible for the production, build, repair, and delivery of F-16 and C-130 aircraft to customers.
- As a Production Structures/Assembler, F-16/C-130 Technician, you will be responsible for interpreting blueprints, fabricating assemblies, and installing and repairing various sheet metal and structural assemblies and subassemblies for F-16/C-130 aircraft using sheet metal tools.
The role also requires knowledge of aircraft structural assembly operations and maintenance, including:
- Precision drilling and reaming.
- Riveting and installation of various fasteners.
- Light structural repair and replacement of thin skins.
- Aircraft structural assembly, installation, and repair activities.
General Requirements and Physical Demands
The candidate will be required to:
- Understand documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Use hands to grasp, handle, and/or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk; and hear.
- Frequently stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, twist, and work on or inside aircraft.
- Frequently lift, push, or pull up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
- Perform repetitive movements and work overhead.
- Work safely and efficiently while maintaining a clean, Foreign Object Debris (FOD) free work area.
- Properly use, handle, and dispose of hazardous materials and toxic or caustic chemicals in accordance with government regulations and company procedures.
- Mission essential functions and other duties may be assigned as required.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- While performing essential job functions, employees will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as needed to perform job tasks.
- Employees are regularly exposed to vibration.
Basic Qualifications
- F-16/C-130 specific structural experience or extensive experience with flight control work, including ailerons, rudders, flaps, etc.
- Experience with light structural repair and replacement of thin skins.
- 8+ years of aviation, heavy/light manufacturing, assembly, or repair experience.
- Basic understanding of manufacturing processes.
- Ability to perform assembly and installation work using assembly jigs, fixtures, test equipment, precision measuring instruments, and mechanics hand tools.
- Experience reading and interpreting written specifications, blueprints, and engineering drawings, including understanding symbols, flags, and general notes.
Desired Qualifications
- Heavy/light aircraft structural repair or aircraft sheet metal experience.
- Aircraft structural modification or heavy/light structures overhaul experience.
- Aircraft assembly, maintenance, and/or modification experience. Commercial experience will also be considered.
- Experience with drill reaming, countersinking, and hydraulic installations.
Pay: $30.00 - $38.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How many Years of experience do you have working in an aerospace structural repair or Manufacturing environment?
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Greenville, SC 29607 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Work Schedule and Training Requirements
- Candidates must be available to work any shift, including weekends.
- Training will take place on first shift, Monday through Friday, from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
- Required availability to start: January 11.
Job Overview
- You will be part of the Production Structures/Assembler team supporting the Greenville Production Team.
- The team is responsible for the production, build, repair, and delivery of F-16 and C-130 aircraft to customers.
- As a Production Structures/Assembler, F-16/C-130 Technician, you will be responsible for interpreting blueprints, fabricating assemblies, and installing and repairing various sheet metal and structural assemblies and subassemblies for F-16/C-130 aircraft using sheet metal tools.
The role also requires knowledge of aircraft structural assembly operations and maintenance, including:
- Precision drilling and reaming.
- Riveting and installation of various fasteners.
- Light structural repair and replacement of thin skins.
- Aircraft structural assembly, installation, and repair activities.
General Requirements and Physical Demands
The candidate will be required to:
- Understand documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Use hands to grasp, handle, and/or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk; and hear.
- Frequently stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, twist, and work on or inside aircraft.
- Frequently lift, push, or pull up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
- Perform repetitive movements and work overhead.
- Work safely and efficiently while maintaining a clean, Foreign Object Debris (FOD) free work area.
- Properly use, handle, and dispose of hazardous materials and toxic or caustic chemicals in accordance with government regulations and company procedures.
- Mission essential functions and other duties may be assigned as required.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
- While performing essential job functions, employees will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as needed to perform job tasks.
- Employees are regularly exposed to vibration.
Basic Qualifications
- F-16/C-130 specific structural experience or extensive experience with flight control work, including ailerons, rudders, flaps, etc.
- Experience with light structural repair and replacement of thin skins.
- 8+ years of aviation, heavy/light manufacturing, assembly, or repair experience.
- Basic understanding of manufacturing processes.
- Ability to perform assembly and installation work using assembly jigs, fixtures, test equipment, precision measuring instruments, and mechanics hand tools.
- Experience reading and interpreting written specifications, blueprints, and engineering drawings, including understanding symbols, flags, and general notes.
Desired Qualifications
- Heavy/light aircraft structural repair or aircraft sheet metal experience.
- Aircraft structural modification or heavy/light structures overhaul experience.
- Aircraft assembly, maintenance, and/or modification experience. Commercial experience will also be considered.
- Experience with drill reaming, countersinking, and hydraulic installations.
Pay: $30.00 - $38.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How many Years of experience do you have working in an aerospace structural repair or Manufacturing environment?
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Greenville, SC 29607 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Senior Level Mechanic Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level mechanic job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for mechanics who can diagnose complex failures independently, mentor junior technicians, and take ownership of shop workflows without close supervision. Certifications like ASE Master Technician status signal that depth, as does a history of handling specialty systems, fleet contracts, or high-stakes equipment. Candidates who can point to concrete examples of reducing downtime or leading a team through a difficult repair stand out.
Which companies hire senior level mechanics?
Companies hiring senior level mechanics right now include Cintas, Sodexo, and People Integra, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from large fleet operators, dealership groups, aerospace and defense contractors, and heavy equipment manufacturers that need experienced technicians to anchor their service operations.
Are there remote senior level mechanic jobs?
Yes, though most mechanic roles require hands-on work. About 0% of senior level mechanic openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve technical oversight, warranty review, field service coordination, or diagnostic consulting rather than direct bench work. If flexibility matters, filtering by work setting on Migrate Mate will show which openings offer it.
What makes a mechanic role senior level?
A senior level mechanic role goes beyond routine service work. These positions carry ownership over complex diagnostics, responsibility for approving repair plans, and an expectation that the mechanic will guide less experienced staff through difficult jobs. The scope is broader, the systems are more specialized, and the expectation is that the technician sets the standard for quality and troubleshooting in the shop.
Which industries hire the most senior level mechanics?
Senior Level mechanic roles concentrate in Food & Beverage, Construction & Real Estate, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate large, complex equipment or fleets where diagnostic expertise and leadership directly affect safety, uptime, and operating costs.