A&P Mechanic
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Date Posted
August 28, 2026
Employment Type
Full Time
Category
A&P
Salary Range
$72.8K+
Cost of Living
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Locations
Application Deadline
September 27, 2026
Description
VP Aviation is hiring A&P Mechanics for MRO maintenance on commercial aircaft in Tampa, Florida offering $1,400.00 per week at 40 hours not including OT. For exact pay rates including per diem (if qualified) and OT please apply and a member of our recruiting team will
contact you directly.
A&P Mechanics who have previously worked at MROs in Jacksonville and Lake City, Florida are easily approved.
Overview:
This is a contract position.
Repair, modify, replace or otherwise perform routine aircraft maintenance work in specialized area of aircraft.
Requirements:
A&P License is required
Must have own tools
Must have own transportation
At least 2 years’ of aircraft maintenance experience.
Must be able to pass a DOT drug test.
Must be able to pass a background check.
Job Type: Contract
Why VP Aviation?
VP Aviation was founded to provide aircraft maintenance support to MROs, Airlines and Repair Stations nationwide. Our maintenance teams consist of AOG, Projects and Hourly employees. We are a fast-growing company where safety and integrity are our key values.
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