Temporary Aviation Maintenance Technician Assistant

Posting DetailsPosting Summary Position NumberWorking TitleTemporary Aviation Maintenance Technician AssistantDivisionAcademic Affairs Department/UnitDepartment of Aviation and Emergency ManagementSectionAviation SciencePrimary Purpose of Organizational UnitThe Department of Technology offers baccalaureate degree programs in Aviation Science and Engineering Technology. The students majoring in other disciplines can minor in any of these degree programs. The Bachelor of Science degree programs are designed to prepare technical professionals for employment in industry, business, government, and education. An experienced and dedicated faculty helps each student on an individual basis to choose the curriculum that best meets his/her career interests. The department is committed to promoting excellence in teaching, research, services, and scholarly activities. ECSU offers the only four year Aviation Science degree program in the State of North Carolina and provides specializations in Flight Education/Professional Pilot, Air Traffic Control, Aviation Electronics (Avionics), Aviation Management, and Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS). Each of these areas of study is specifically designed to meet the requirements that have been approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Description of WorkAssists both the Director of Aviation Maintenance Technician in general aircraft maintenance duties and inspections as a laborer with duties to assist in completion of Scheduled, Unscheduled and Aircraft Maintenance. Serves as an additional laborer for two-persons and multi-persons job to assist with ensuring overall safety, prevention of personal injuries, quality assurance backup to the Director and Maintenance Technician with an overall goal in expediting repairs to reduce aircraft downtime in maintenance. Reports parts usage, assist with parts procurement, stocking and inventory of parts. Participates in a weekly preventative maintenance program ensuring each aircraft is checked weekly for lubrication, fluids and tire pressures. Assists in maintaining support equipment in ready condition. Competencies/Knowledge Skills, and Abilities Required in this PositionApplicants must meet the minimum qualifications of the position as listed in the position description. Possess the knowledge of appropriate Federal Aviation Regulations, University Academic, administrative and operational procedures and requirements. Possess the ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced and noisy environment while exercising sound judgment at all times. License or Certification Required by Statute or RegulationNon FAA Certified Apprentice level technician, normally a student of a FAA part 147 school seeking eventual certification as a Certified FAA Airframe and Powerplant technician (or an apprentice under an OJT self-paced training program seeking FAA certification) with knowledge of the basic hand tools and safety precautions used in aviation maintenance. Management PreferencesPosition Recruitment RangePosition CategoryTemporary/StudentPosition StatusTemporaryWork Hours (i.e. 8:00-5:00pm, etc.)variesWork Schedule (i.e. Mon-Fri, Rotating Shifts, Etc.)varies Posting Detail Information Posting NumberATS00112PJob Open Date 07/01/2026 Job Close Date 12/31/2026 Open Until FilledNoSpecial Instructions to ApplicantProgram is designed to offer work experience to candidates while pursuing FAA Certification either through school or on the job apprenticeship. AA/EEO StatementElizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation. Background Check StatementAny offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report. Eligibility for EmploymentProper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed. ECSU is an E-Verify participant. Quicklink for Postinghttps://jobs.ecsu.edu/postings/5107