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Job Title: Aviation Technician

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Aviation Technician to join our team at the ORD location. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with two flights a day, primarily working on ERJ 135 and 145 aircraft. The role involves performing basic line maintenance when flights arrive, ensuring all tasks are conducted according to technical data, manufacturer's instructions, and FAA standards.

Responsibilities

+ Perform maintenance and alteration tasks in accordance with current technical data, manufacturer's instructions, service bulletins, and FAA-approved data.

+ Ensure all aircraft maintenance records comply with Federal Aviation regulations.

+ Handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize projects effectively.

+ Read documents, follow instructions, and understand procedures, rules, and regulations, including federal and local security regulations.

+ Navigate electronic maintenance manuals, interpret FAA guidance, and airworthiness directives.

+ Complete all paperwork in accordance with company policy and FAA standards.

Essential Skills

+ A&P License

+ At least 3 years of experience with ERJ 135 or 145 aircraft

+ Experience in aircraft repair and maintenance

Work Environment

This position is based at the ORD location, with a schedule of Wednesday to Saturday on a rotating basis. Working hours are from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and you will be provided with a van equipped with tools. Working Wednesday -Saturday 4 on, 3 on, 3 on, 4 on. You are guaranteed pay for 40 hours per week and must be available when flights arrive.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Chicago, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $36.00 - $44.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 17, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.