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Aircraft Maintenance Technician, Office of Aviation Operations Job in Columbus, Ohio US

Aircraft Maintenance Technician, Office of Aviation Operations

ODOT - Columbus, OH

Posted: 3/3/2026 - Expires: 3/7/2026

Job ID: 293246371

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Job Description

Aircraft Maintenance Technician, Office of Aviation Operations, PN 20050480

What You Will Do:

  • You will perform annual, 50-hour, 100-hour inspections on a wide range of piston engine aircraft ensuring all airworthiness directives and airworthiness requirements are in compliance.
  • You will perform preventive, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, repairs on General aviation aircraft/Helicopters.
  • You will diagnose and troubleshoot aircraft.

 

Who we are looking for:

  • Motivated person that takes pride in their work
  • The ability to multitask
  • Must be able to work in a fast paced, team focused environment

 

Benefits To You:

  • Enjoy an excellent work/life balance.
  • Receive paid time off with vacation, sick and personal leave.
  • Receive 11 paid holidays per year.
  • Receive regular pay increases; 1st increase after 6 months.
  • Receive an extensive benefits package; including Medical and FREE Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance after completion of eligibility period.
  • Experience growth opportunities within organization.
  • Participate in employee tuition reimbursement programs.
  • Receive a pension plan with 14% employer contribution.
  •  
Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

  • Medical Coverage
  • Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
  • Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
  • Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
  • Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
  • Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

- Possess Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic Certificate issued by Federal Aviation Administration; completion of accredited aviation maintenance technology degree program; 3 yrs. exp. in aircraft maintenance operations; 9 mos. exp. in operation & maintenance of ground support equipment. In addition to the preceding, technicians certifying airworthiness of aircraft must also possess Inspection Authorization Certificate.

- Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience required, but not for the mandated certificate.

Job Skills: Aviation 

Supplemental Information

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.

All bargaining unit and exempt new hires to ODOT must serve a one-year probationary period.

This position is overtime eligible based on FLSA Standards.

If this position is filled internally, the wage rate will be determined in accordance with the contract.

All candidates applying for employment opportunities should be authorized to work in the United States.  Sponsorship for an employment visa is not currently available for positions with the Ohio Department of Transportation

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.


Job Summary

Employment Type:
Full Time Employee
Job type:
Regular Employment
Skill Based Partner:
No
Education Level:
Some high school coursework  /  12  Years
Work Days:
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Work Shift:
First
Job Reference Code
20050480
Salary
$29.22 - $0.00 /hour
Licenses / Certifications:
Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic Certificate
Display Recommended WorkKeys®Recommended WorkKeys®:
Applied Math: 4
Graphic Literacy: 5

Workplace Documentation: 4