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West Star Aviation, LLC · 2 months ago

Interior Upholstery Technician - 2nd Shift

East Alton, IL, 62024, United States

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

West Star Aviation, LLC is the fastest growing maintenance repair organization in the industry, committed to delivering customer service excellence. As an Interior Upholstery Technician, you will be responsible for the repair, refurbishment, and reinstallation of interior upholstery components on business aircraft, performing tasks such as general upholstery, removal and installation of seats, and maintenance of the shop facility.

Airlines/Aviation

Responsibilities

Performing basic to advanced foam build ups, patterning and sewing of seat parts and other upholstery items

Ability to perform minor modifications

Perform daily turnover sheets

Maintenance and repair of shop facility, equipment and tooling

Basic computer skills to be able to navigate electronic training, manuals, and maintenance data bases

Cleanliness of shop and surroundings

Work independently when required

Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English

Any other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor or management

Qualification

Upholstery repairFoam build upsPatterningSewingBasic computer skillsEffective communicationTeam playerSelf-motivated

Required

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid driver's license approved for airline travel and/or a valid passport is ideal, but not required

Ability to perform minor modifications

Perform daily turnover sheets

Maintenance and repair of shop facility, equipment and tooling

Basic computer skills to be able to navigate electronic training, manuals, and maintenance databases

Cleanliness of shop and surroundings

Work independently when required

Effectively and clearly communicate (i.e., speak, write, read) in English

Attend work every day as scheduled to include overtime and weekend assignments

Notify supervisor in advance of shift starting if unable to work

Must have reliable transportation to get to work each and every day

Perform all work in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration guidelines

Follow all company and safety rules during performance of duties

Maintain customer oriented work habits

Assist in major modification work as needed

Preferred

Prior experience as a seamstress or similar trade preferred

Benefits

Medical

Dental

401K match

Time off accruals

Weekly pay days

Paid lunch

Company

West Star Aviation, LLC

West Star Aviation specializes in airframe repair and maintenance, engine repair and maintenance, major modifications, avionics installation and repair, interior refurbishment, paint, parts, surplus avionics sales, window repair and accessory services.

Founded in 2002