Operations Technician Jobs in Washington

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Your Work Matters – And So Do You
At ATS, we reward your contributions with a well-rounded compensation package designed to support you today and help you plan for tomorrow:

• Hiring base pay range: $20.77 - $22.00/hour plus annual bonus eligibility
• Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, vision, and more
• 401(k) with company match and access to personal financial advisors
• Generous time off – PTO, holidays, and paid parental leave
• Tuition assistance and loan repayment for AMT programs
• On-the-job training and leadership development through ATS Academy
• Employee discounts on travel, tech, wellness, and more
• Confidential 24/7 support through our Employee Assistance Program

SHIFT: The schedule for this position will be: Mon - Fri, 6:00am - 2:30pm

Join a team that values your growth, your well-being, and your future.

SUMMARY: Under direct supervision, the Hangar Operations Support Technician is an integral part in ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of aircraft maintenance operations within the hangar. This position provides essential support to maintenance personnel, ensures the efficiency and cleanliness of the hangar, and contributes to maintaining an overall safe work environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
MAINTENANCE ASSISTANCE (80% of job):

• Caters and de-caters aircraft.
• Moves LAVs and GALLEYs to and from Back-Shop areas.
• Removes, loads, and transports aircraft seats.
• Transfers life vests from old seats to new seats.
• May assist with aircraft cleaning.
• Provides spotting assistance for mechanics and Quality Control (QC) personnel through various maintenance tasks.
• Performs cleaning tasks on engine cowl surfaces.
• Retapes wheels and other relevant components as needed for maintenance and safety purposes.
• Communicates effectively with other maintenance personnel at all levels by keeping co-workers and leadership apprised of work progress and difficulties as they arise.
• Responsible for accurately clocking into jobs.

HANGAR FLOOR (20% of job):

• Gathers any items needed from other locations and pick-up areas.
• Locates ladders, carts, tools, and any items needed at the request of the mechanic.
• Moves off units to temporary staging areas.
• Coordinates with Supply Chain Logistics (SCL) for deliveries.
• General housekeeping of the hangar floor including disposal of scrap metal, scrap wood, carboard and other refuse, emptying hangar floor trash, sweeping entryways, and helping with emergency spill and containment.
• Performs Foreign Object Debris (FOD) walk and sweep in hangar bays.
• Bi-monthly inspection of all chemical cabinets and disposal of expired items.
• Cleans out alodine tank weekly.
• Notifies lead of any blood borne pathogen or pest control issues.
• Inspects worktables for serviceable condition and routes unserviceable tables out for repair.
• Cleans sanding rooms and removes accumulated sanding debris from floors.
• Returns all chemicals, cleco’s, rags, bottle jacks, and shoring to their proper locations.
• Rolls up and stows extension cords, air hoses, and lights when not in use.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.
• General Labor experience highly preferred.
• Experience in Aviation or MRO preferred.

PHYSICAL EFFORT AND DEXTERITY:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to sit, stand, and walk; use their hands and arms; and talk or hear; and focus on objects close up. The employee may be required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee may also be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds using proper lifting protocols.

Compensation
The full base pay range for this position is $20.77 – $24.00 hourly, not including bonuses or benefits. Your pay will be based on your experience, skills, and education, as well as internal equity to ensure fairness across the team. Candidates closer to the lower end of the range are typically building their expertise, while those at the higher end bring significant experience and specialized knowledge. This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.

EEO EMPLOYER STATEMENT: ATS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state, or local laws. ATS is also committed to protecting its applicants for employment and independent contractors from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications or business necessity will be adhered to where appropriate.

As part of our equal employment opportunity policy, ATS will also take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders to ensure that minority group individuals, females, Armed Forces veterans and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities