Aircraft Maintenance Technician
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Veterans Statement
Lane actively recruits veterans and those with disabilities for all positions. For
accommodations and questions call 541-463-5586.
- Veterans, please fax, e-mail, mail or deliver your
documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human Resources, roushz@lanecc.edu,
541-463-3970. - Lane Community College ensures that all documentation submitted to HR will remain confidential.
Posting Number: 250123
Applicant Notification
Department
Information
Our Aviation Academy is seeking to hire a full-time Aircraft Maintenance Technician.
- Lane uses
a redacted application for screening Minimum Qualifications. Please complete the online application in its entirety. See our FAQs for more details.
Search Information
- The first review date of applications may be as early as 2/23/2026. Subsequent
review dates will be based upon department needs. Lane Community College reserves the right to modify this information. - Provide all
documents as requested; a resume may not take the place of any one section of the application. - Unofficial Transcripts are required
for this position at the time of application. See instructions below. - Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Location: Aviation Academy
Classification: Aircraft Maintenance Technician
Position Type: Classified
Anticipated Start Date: Upon Hire
Salary/Wage:
Hourly
Salary/Wage Range: $22.85 – $33.50 Hourly (Classified Salary Level 11)
Salary/Compensation
Statement
- Hourly wage reflects an approximate annual salary of $47,520 – $69,690
- New
employees may not be placed on the salary schedule higher than any current employee in this classification with the same or greater number
of years’ relevant experience and education. - Lane’s robust Benefits package includes a generous contribution toward medical, dental and
vision insurance, basic term life insurance, long term disability, vacation leave, personal time and paid sick leave. - Lane
Community College is considered a qualifying public employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, full-time employees working at the College may qualify
for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions
regarding your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or to the US Department of
Education.
Working Schedule
As assigned by the Aviation Academy Director or, on the
basis of the Director’s delegated authority, by the Lead Aviation Mechanic. May include early morning, evening or weekend
hours.
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Position Status: Permanent
Full/Part:
Full-Time
Annual Schedule: 260 Day (12 Month)
Posting Date: 01/28/2026
Closing Date: 03/29/2026
Applicant Pool: No
Open Until Filled: No
Required Education
High school diploma or equivalent.
Required Experience
- Two (2) years of documented full-time experience maintaining general aviation aircraft typical of those used for flight training,
including Cessna 152s, Piper PA-28 series; and multi-engine piston. (Or, see equivalency statement below.) - Requires FAA-level
English proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking.
Licensure or Certification Requirements
FAA
Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificates.
Conditions of Employment
- Successful applicants are
required to complete a criminal background check. Infractions do not necessarily disqualify a candidate, and will be evaluated on a
case-by-case basis. See our FAQs for more
detail. - Must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed.
Preferred
Education
Associate degree or higher.
Preferred Experience
- Extensive experience
working on Cessna 152s and Piper Warriors. - FAA Inspection Authorization.
- Experience in maintaining training aircraft in a
flight school environment. - Experience working in a Part 141 or Part 135 operation.
Language
Statement
We welcome multilingual applicants who can support and welcome all
students.
Bilingual/Multicultural Statement
Inclusiveness, diversity, and equity are integral to Lane’s
commitment to excellence in education and our commitment to student and community engagement. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of
identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought. We encourage applications from candidates that identify with groups that are
historically underrepresented in higher education.
Equivalency Statement
We want to find the best
candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We welcome applicants who bring a
diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every
one of the qualifications described. You are also encouraged to address in the optional Supplemental Question how your professional and
lived experience, scholarship, teaching, mentorship and/or service will contribute to the Lane mission of transforming lives through
learning.
Position Purpose
To assist in keeping the training fleet for Lane Aviation Academy’s Aviation
Professional Pilot program in a safe, airworthy condition.
Essential Functions
Assist with the
following:
- Service, perform preventive maintenance and repairs in order to maintain the airworthiness of the fleet
of training aircraft used by Flight Technology to train pilots. - Maintain or replace of a wide variety of aircraft components and
systems including airframe, powerplant, propellers, including complete raw data weight-and-balance measurements and calculations. - Sign off work on aircraft as required by FAA regulations.
- Complete in-flight evaluations with a pilot or instructor following
maintenance or repair work. - Assure compliance with all FAA and other applicable regulations.
- Expedite maintenance and
repairs to enhance aircraft availability while maintaining safety and maximizing reliability. - Keep all records required for
aircraft maintenance in a Part 141 training school; all records required by the FAA. - Assures that aircraft maintenance and repairs
status is kept updated on SkyScheduler or other manner as required by the Director. - Assures aircraft in service have all required
documents current and on board. - Ensure that the aircraft are kept clean and protected from the elements as much as possible.
- Support the Dean of Aviation in decision-making on aircraft maintenance.
- Help educate and, sometimes, re-educate flight
instructors and students regarding best practices in the use and care of our aircraft. - Problem solve and manage sensitive
information with appropriate awareness of FERPA standards; maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to the privacy needs of students. - Other duties as assigned.
Equity and Inclusion
- Demonstrate Lane Community College’s
core value of social justice by ensuring equity and inclusion skills such as respect, inclusiveness, reflecting, valuing of cultural and
personal differences. These are the basis of employee and student interpersonal communications and relationships and are applied to all
position responsibilities. - Duties are carried out respectfully, inclusively, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender
identity or expression, social class, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran’s status,
nationality, age, language, origin or employment status. - Must demonstrate an active concern for meeting the needs of students,
staff, and the public. - Actively assist with ADA compliance in conjunction with Lane Community College’s Human Resources and
Disability Resources departments; support appropriate access for persons with disabilities to facilitate student and staff success; mentor
and role-model cultural competency for persons with disabilities.
Supervision Statement
The Aviation
Maintenance Technician is under the direct supervision of the Lead Aviation Technician and general supervision of the Dean of
Aviation.
Physical Demands/Working Environment
Physical strength and agility to lift aircraft parts and
components and to be able to access all portions of the aircraft for inspections and repairs. Also requires visual acuity and hand-eye
coordination. Work Safely.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of and Skill
in:
- Maintaining the aircraft in our training fleet.
- Applicable FAA regulations; ability to stay current on
published materials including AD lists and Service Bulletins. - Using tools, equipment and materials used in working on aircraft
including, but not limited to, hydraulic and mechanical jacks, aircraft scales, electrical and/or mechanical drill motors and rivet guns,
electrical multi-meters, spray paint, solvents, anti-corrosion or other liquid chemical pressure-activated guns, wands, nozzles,
oxygen/acetylene equipment, powered sanders, saws, grinding wheels, magneto timing lights, differential pressure gauges, spark-plug cleaning
and gapping equipment, aircraft tugs, engine hoists and battery carts. - The use of software including, but not limited to, updated
publications related to maintaining the aircraft, word processing, spreadsheets and email.
Ability to:
- Sign off work as an A&P or IA as appropriate.
- Take initiative in recognizing potential service items.
- Operate a wide variety of normal and specialized hand tools appropriate to the trade.
- Conduct engine start, run up and taxi
aircraft without a pilot or instructor on board. - Adopt new technologies for tracking and recording maintenance and scheduling,
including full use of our SkyScheduler online service. - Work constructively and cooperatively with other members of a team.
- Work with mechanic students to help them gain experience.
- Interact positively and constructively with flight instructors and
students regarding aircraft condition and maintenance. - Provide own aircraft mechanic tools standard to this position.
- Provide support to employees working to meet accreditation standards through evaluation and assessment of student outcomes.
Applicant Instructions
Applicant Instructions
- Lane uses a redacted application
for screening Minimum Qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All fields in the application must be completed,
including employment dates, work hours, and detailed job duties. See our FAQs for more details. - Resume /
Curriculum Vitae (CV) may not take the place of any section in the application.
Required
Documents
To be considered a candidate for this position, all of the following must be included in the
application package:
- Application – Complete and submit online via the applicant portal.
- Resume – Comprehensive of
experience, education, and accomplishments. - Transcripts/Certifications – See instructions below.
If
applicable: DD214 – Veterans, please fax, e-mail, mail, or deliver your documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human
Resources at Lane Community College, attn. Zack Roush, roushz@lanecc.edu, Fax:
541-463-3970
Additional Documents and Letters of reference are not
accepted.
Questions?
- For assistance with the online application call Human Resources at
541-463-5586 - For position questions contact Zack Roush, roushz@lanecc.edu,
541-463-5473
How to monitor your application:
- Enter recruitment@lanecc.edu into your Safe Senders list. Notifications will be sent toward the end of
the search process. - Visit your Employment Opportunities account. The main page will show your status in the search.
Positions close at 9:00 pm.
Transcript Instructions
Transcripts/Certifications
required.
- If you have obtained a degree higher than the required education for this position, then unofficial
transcripts are required to ensure an accurate salary placement is conducted. - International degrees will require a foreign degree
evaluation for their US equivalent. For more details, click here.
Attach under “Optional Documents”, fax, e-mail, deliver or mail to:
Lane Community College
Human
Resources
Posting#250123, Attn: Zack Roush
4000 E. 30th Ave.
Building 3, 1st floor
Eugene, OR 97405
Fax:
(541) 463-3970
E-mail: roushz@lanecc.edu
Union Association: LCC
Employees Federation (Classified)
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