Sheet Metal Mechanic - Contract (Pay Preview Inside)
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Date Posted
September 28, 2026
Employment Type
Full Time
Salary Range
Negotiable
Cost of Living
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Application Deadline
October 28, 2026
Description
VP Aviation is seeking Structures Mechanics for MRO maintenance on a variety of commercial aircraft in Wilmington, Ohio. These contract positions offer $1,400.00 per week at 40 hours not including overtime. For exact pay rates including per diem (if qualified) please apply and a VP Aviation recruiter will contact you directly.
Structures Mechanics who have previously worked at commercial MROs in Lake City, Florida; Jacksonville, Florida; and Greensboro, NC are easily approved!
About VP Aviation:
VP Aviation was founded to provide quality aircraft maintenance services 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.
Description of Work:
This is a contract position.
Previous commercial aircraft experience is preferred.
Structures Mechanics will fabricate, repair, replace and rebuild aircraft structures on commercial aircraft.
You will need to repair parts with special tools in accordance with policies and procedures, requirements and specifications established by the company, applicable government agencies and aircraft manufacturers as contained in approved Maintenance Manuals.
Requirements:
2 years aircraft maintenance experience.
Previous exp on 757/767 aircraft a huge plus.
Must have thorough knowledge of all forms and documents required to support heavy maintenance service.
Must be able to read and interpret technical manuals, instructions, blueprints and drawings.
Must be efficient in the use of tools, gauges, instruments, etc. necessary to perform the job.
Must follow verbal and written instructions.
Performs all work assigned in accordance with approved maintenance procedures.
Records work performed and assumes responsibility for that work.
Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.
Must have working knowledge and ability to fabricate, repair, replace and rebuild aircraft structures, repair parts and special tools
Must have own tools and transportation.
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