A&P Mechanic for a GA Piston Fleet | Relocation to CO

Rio Staffing • Full-time • Austin, Texas, United States • $25 - $42 / hour • 18h ago

A&P Mechanic — GA Piston Fleet | Wichita, KS | Relocation to Denver, CO

Relocation Opportunity for Wichita-Area Technicians — Position based in Denver, CO; relocation assistance available on a case-by-case basis for the right candidate making the move west.

Location : Denver, CO

Employment Type : Full-Time

About the Client

A respected Denver-area maintenance operation supporting a varied general aviation piston fleet — Cirrus, Cessna, and Diamond aircraft among them — backed by a small, technically sharp team with real momentum behind it. The shop is pushing into turboprop and electric aircraft work, with Part 145 certification on the horizon. A strong landing spot for a technician who wants to grow alongside an operation on the rise.

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary : $32–$42/hour, based on experience and qualifications
Relocation Assistance : Case-by-case, well suited for technicians relocating west along I-70 from the Wichita, KS area
Shift : 40 hrs/week, 4x10 or 5x8 rotation depending on operational needs, with premium pay for overtime, weekend coverage, and AOG response
Benefits Package : Medical, Dental, and Vision; 401(k) with employer match; flexible PTO with potential for a 4-day week; specialty tools provided; OEM factory training available for qualifying staff

Job Summary

This role keeps a busy piston GA fleet airworthy and gives a motivated technician room to build skill in avionics integration and structural repair. Reporting to the Director of Maintenance, this is a genuine growth opportunity inside a shop expanding its fleet diversity and technical scope — worth the move from Wichita for the right person.

Key Responsibilities

Carry out routine and unscheduled maintenance on an active GA piston fleet, prioritizing both speed and accuracy
Perform and authorize annual and 100-hour inspections under 14 CFR Parts 43 and 91
Diagnose and resolve electrical and avionics faults using a methodical, systematic approach
Contribute to avionics integration work spanning basic GPS/radio installs through full flight deck and autopilot upgrades
Carry out minor structural and sheet metal repairs per airframe-specific guidance
Apply schematics, Service Bulletins, Airworthiness Directives, and OEM manuals to resolve maintenance issues
Maintain accurate, timely records in the shop's digital maintenance tracking system
Keep the hangar and personal workspace clean and organized
Take part in AOG coverage and rotating weekend shifts as needed

Minimum Requirements

Active FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate
3+ years of hands-on GA piston aircraft maintenance experience as a certificated technician
Demonstrated experience signing off 100-hour inspections
Solid troubleshooting ability with electrical and avionics systems
Working knowledge of 14 CFR Parts 43 and 91
Personal set of basic aviation hand tools
Strong documentation habits and clear communication with the team
Able to lift 50 lbs, work in confined spaces, and operate safely around standard aviation chemicals and noise

Ideal Qualifications

Current Inspection Authorization (IA)
Hands-on experience with modern avionics suites (Garmin G1000, Avidyne, or similar)
Background in airframe structural repair and sheet metal work
Turboprop maintenance exposure
Prior supervisory or lead technician experience
Experience in high-utilization fleet environments such as flight academies or training operations

Elevate Your Career

Apply for this A&P Mechanic position and let Rio Staffing connect you with respected names across the aviation and aerospace industry. We move fast, communicate clearly, and advocate for you at every step so you land a role built around where you want your career to go. Our direct hire team focuses on placing skilled aviation talent into shops where their work makes a real difference in flight safety.

Apply with us or reach out today at www.riostaffing.com to find your perfect role.

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