The Structures Trainee position participates in formal 14-week structures training program through consistent classroom attendance, participation & assigned project completion. Develops & demonstrates structural repair skills necessary to qualify for second phase of On-the-Job training as an Aircraft Structures Apprentice. What you need: • High School Diploma or GED • Basic mechanical skills/aptitude • Ability to read, write, speak, understand & effectively communicate in English • Demonstrated experience exhibiting fine motor skills, manual dexterity & attention to detail • Demonstrated problem solving and creative thinking skills • Demonstrated reliability & dependability • Ability follow written & verbal directions and to interpret diagrams • Desire to learn a trade • Ability & willingness to practice safe work procedures • Ability to precisely manipulate hand tools in a variety of situations • Basic computer proficiency to enable access to digital manuals, training materials, regulations, etc. Preferred Job Skills: • Previous work experience in a maintenance or skilled trade environment • Previous experience interpreting diagrams and technical documentation or directions • Previous experience using hand tools Physical Requirements: • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds • Ability to fit in tight places • Ability to twist, bend, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl and climb and sustain those positions for an extended period of time • Ability to work in confined spaces with respiratory equipment • Ability to work at heights up to 80 feet • Ability to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions • Ability to work with arms raised above head and perform repetitive tasks and motions • Ability to precisely manipulate hand tools in a variety of situations • Near sight acuity, Hand/eye coordination, Good oral communication, Depth perception, Field of vision