Metro Aviation, Inc. is seeking an Administrative Assistant to the Chief Inspector for our Part 145 Repair Station – Metro Gulf Division in Lafayette, Louisiana.

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

Our customers can safely and effectively accomplish their mission profile,
Our employees can exercise their talents and maximize their potential, and
The Company can ensure its financial stability.

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 Administrative Assistant to the Chief Inspector is responsible for data entry, accurate collection, reviewing, analyzing, organizing, updating, and maintaining maintenance workorder packages

Essential Functions

Collect and maintain paperwork from the Maintenance Department
Verify that all data is correct upon completion of each work order, ensuring all aircraft in the hangar are properly signed off and dated
Scan and file completed work orders for maintenance records
Maintain and update Excel spreadsheets for all aircraft in the hangar
Collect, scan, and compile STC data packs for 337s
Ensure customers receive complete work order packages on a thumb drive and assist with any issues related to 337s
Coordinate with the Avionics Department to obtain 8130s, parts sheets, and test data required to complete work orders
Coordinate with maintenance technicians regarding STC data packages
Track and ensure all Inspection Authorizations (IAs) are kept current each year for all qualified personnel
Perform any other duties that may be required by Part 145 Director of Maintenance and Chief Inspector

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSA)

High aptitude in reading and math
Ability to handle multiple duties and priorities
Ability to effectively meet deadlines
Ability to function well in a fast-paced environment
Strong initiative and ability to work well independently as well as in a team environment when necessary
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Proficient with Microsoft Excel

Education & Experience

High school diploma or equivalent
Record keeping experience preferred
Data entry experience preferred

Physical Demands

Prolonged periods of sitting and computer work with repetitive motion
Filing using various motions

Work Environment

Temperature controlled office
Low to moderate noise level
Exposure to outdoor shops with potential extreme cold and hot temperatures along with moderate to loud noise levels

Work Status, Schedule, & Travel

Full-time, 40 hours per week
Monday – Thursday 7:00am-4:30pm, Friday 7:00am-12:00pm
No travel required

• Metro Aviation, Inc. does not have a Visa Sponsorship program at this time*

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.