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Who we are and where we are going:
Ascent Aviation Services is one of the largest aviation maintenance, repair, overhaul, storage and reclamation operations in the world. Our strength comes from our talented and professional employees who excel through teamwork and enthusiasm. Ascent Aviation Services continues to grow and are continually looking for motivated and career minded aviation professionals who will support our vision and goals.
Join a Team That Values Respect, Safety, Quality, and Results
At Ascent, our core values are more than just words — they guide everything we do. We are currently seeking a Facility Maintenance Technician to join our dedicated team. In this role, you’ll play a key part in ensuring our facilities are safe, functional, and well-maintained by performing a variety of tasks including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting. If you're a hands-on problem solver who takes pride in quality work and thrives in a respectful and results-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Essential Job Functions:
Repairs and maintains physical structures of building using hand tools and power tools.
Replaces defective electrical switches and other fixtures.
Paints structures using painting equipment such as brushes and rollers.
Repairs woodwork with carpenter's tools.
Repairs plumbing fixtures.
Repairs plaster and lays brick.
Builds sheds and other outbuildings.
Marginal Job Functions:
Maintains log of materials used.
Maintains log of hours worked.
Maintains and repairs tools.
Ensures that shop area is clean and free from hazards.
Ensure that all work performed is done in a safe manner. Directs activities to protect employees from harm and maintain safe working conditions.
Required
High School diploma or equivalent
Valid Driver’s License required
1-3 years of Facility Maintenance experience
Capable of working independently or under supervision.
Flexibility to work at both Marana, AZ and Tucson, AZ locations as business needs dictate.
Preferred
Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to adhere to deadlines.
Excellent attention to detail
You will get more than just compensation at Ascent Aviation:
401K with company match
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Disability
PTO
Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Development and Career Growth Opportunities
EAP
Physical Demands: Requires sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Requires frequent walking, bending, stooping, squatting, climbing, and reaching above shoulder level. Requires occasional crawling, crouching, kneeling, and balancing. Requires frequent lifting, carrying pushing, or pulling weight up to 10 pounds. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
Work Location: Office buildings and indoor work areas
Potential Hazards: Exposure to high intensity noise levels, extreme changes in temperature, electrical charges and radar waves, materials identified on Safety Data Sheets, working around moving machinery.
Protective Equipment Required: Goggles, safety glasses, face shields, ear protection, aprons, gloves, safety harnesses, breathing equipment, brooms, mops, powered floor equipment.
SMS REQUIREMENTS
§ Employees are responsible for performing their duties in accordance with company policies and government regulations. These rules are written in the interest of preserving the lives and the resources entrusted to each employee, and when the rules are violated, the risk of a mishap is usually increased.
§ Employees shall participate in safety education programs and train to recognize hazards on the job and how to report them promptly. As a condition of employment, each member of Ascent Aviation agrees to report errors, incidents, and accidents honestly.
§ Any employee who observes an unsafe action or condition should bring it to the attention of supervisors and managers. Certain conditions may allow the employee to easily correct a condition or situation.
§ In all cases, the employee must notify his/her supervisor of any actions taken by the employee. The first employee to observe an accident or incident should take immediate action to alert appropriate responders/supervision and to take reasonable steps to prevent further injury, or damage.
Duties not listed within the position description may be required of the employee at the discretion of the department management. Job functions may vary due to irregular working conditions or multiple shift positions.
Ascent Aviation Services is dedicated to fostering an inclusive work environment. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to making reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their job. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. EEO/AA/F/M/VET/DIS
