Metro Aviation, Inc. is seeking an Sheet Metal Technician Trainee for our Part 145 Repair Station - Metro Gulf Division in Lafayette, Louisiana.

Our mission is to provide the safest and highest quality traditional aircraft operations, completions, and maintenance so that we will:

• Allow our customers to safely and effectively accomplish their mission profile,
• Allow our employees to exercise their talents and maximize their potential, and
• Ensure the financial stability of the corporation.

Our goal is to find qualified candidates who value our mission and contribute to our overall safety culture.

We invest in the well-being of our employees. The following FREE benefits are offered to all full-time employees: Family Health and Prescription Insurance, Family Dental Insurance, Family Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program.

 Job Objective

The Sheet Metal Trainee is responsible for gaining knowledge and experience by observing and actively participating in tasks alongside Sheet Metal personnel within the Part 145 Repair Station team, to expand their knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Essential Functions

• Develop a working knowledge of the hangar layout, tools, and sheet metal workflow processes
• Complete assigned tasks and training objectives provided by the Part 145 Repair Station – Metro Gulf Division
• Gain supervised, hands-on experience in sheet metal fabrication, repair, and structural modifications
• Learn, understand, and adhere to Metro Aviation’s safety culture and operational procedures
• Assist Sheet Metal Technicians with inspections, repairs, and installations, as directed
• Assist with other duties assigned by Part 145 Director of Maintenance

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSA)

• Attention to detail
• Ability to accept constructive feedback
• Eager to learn and work
• Ability to multitask
• Work well under deadlines and strict regulations
• Focus on assigned tasks
• Strong Initiative
• Team Player

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License
• Experience in related field preferred 

Physical Demands

• Walking, standing, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, kneeling, squatting for extended periods of time
• Climbing heights on various equipment
• Lifting up to 50 or more pounds
• Must have sufficient vision and ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (High Visibility clothing, Ear protection, safety glasses) when required

Work Environment

• Indoor/Outdoor environment with potential extreme hot and cold temperatures
• Exposure to hazardous chemicals is possible
• Moderate to loud noise level
• Heavy machinery used

Work Status, Schedule, Travel

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Monday-Thursday 7:00 am-4:30 pm, Friday 7:00 am-12:00 pm
• Overtime necessary depending on workload
• Occasional travel may be required

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Metro Aviation, Inc. is committed to employees, customers, and the community to promote diversity and inclusion by developing policies, programs, and procedures that foster a work environment where differences are respected and employees are treated fairly.

 Metro Aviation, Inc. prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind and ensures Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all aspects of the relationship between Metro Aviation, Inc. and its employees, including recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, wages and salary administration, employee benefits, and application of policies.