Southern Utah University

Lab Technician

#54490
Aviation

Details:

  • Category: On-Campus
  • Openings: Multiple
  • Position Type: Student Hourly
  • Posted on: May 18, 2026
  • Open until: Sun, May 31, 2026
  • Work Hours: up to 20 hours per week
  • Wage: $13/hr
  • Location: Cedar City, UT

Description:

The Aviation Maintenance Training (AMT) school is looking for two highly motivated individuals with the willingness to perform a wide array of jobs required at the lab locations of the AMT program. This position is a physically demanding job that will require the applicant to be familiar with maintenance and know their way around tools and machinery. The applicant will need transportation and be willing to travel between lab locations at the Cedar City Airport, Align Precision/Syberjet facility, and our AMT classroom and Lab building.

Responsibilities:

  • Setup labs, trainers, and training aids in support of classes.
  • Perform scheduled/unscheduled maintenance on trainers, equipment, and aircraft under the direction of the Lab Specialist in support of AMT classes.
  • Perform ground handling and servicing duties on all aircraft in inventory.
  • Design and Build mock-ups and training aids.
  • Design, write, and build new hands-on training labs.
  • Coordinate with other Lab Techs/Lab Aids daily to ensure tasks are completed.
  • Support a clean lab environment and aid with inventory/asset management.
  • Other duties as needed in support of AMT Program.

Qualifications:

  • Aviation maintenance related field of study.
  • Experience with welding, carpentry, and machinery.
  • Experience in aircraft maintenance.
  • Effective communication skills with peers and instructors.
  • Able to work independently.
  • Proactive and excited to get involved.

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