Volunteer & Employment Opportunities
Volunteer:
St. Louis, Missouri
The following is a list of VOLUNTEER opportunities at our St. Louis, MO Headquarters.
The Rewards
- Be part of our mission using aviation to change and save lives, and see your work making a positive impact on people’s lives.
- Experience the camaraderie of being a member of the Wings of Hope family — a dedicated group of individuals committed to serving others, supporting each other and having fun along the way!
eBay
Seeking an eBay Volunteer to be on the team at Wings of Hope’s facility at Spirit of St. Louis Airport in Chesterfield, MO. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with a variety of items to post.
The Job
- Prepare items for sale and list on eBay and Craigslist. Our current team will guide you, as needed.
- Take photos, write descriptions and pack items for shipment.
- Be available to be on site at least 3-4 hours per week, ideally Wednesday or Monday, but please let us know what your scheduling needs are.
The Qualifications
- Familiarity with Word, Excel, and conducting online research to determine an item’s value is helpful.
- Be capable of bending, stooping and lifting at least 25 pounds.
The Rewards
- Be part of our mission using aviation to change and save lives, and see your work making a positive impact on people’s lives.
- Experience the camaraderie of being a member of the Wings of Hope family — a dedicated group of individuals committed to serving others, supporting each other and having fun along the way!
Volunteer Fulfillment
Seeking Volunteer Fulfillment volunteer to recruit and screen prospective volunteers for specific Wings of Hope teams.
The Job
- Engages in solicitation for candidates, reaching out to make contact, interviewing, assessing organization volunteer needs, conducting tours, and contributing to volunteer fulfillment team.
- Acts as liaison between team leader and candidate and arranges interview between the team leader and candidate.
- Ensures all onboarding or unaccepted candidate steps are taken, including paperwork completed and filed, badge distributed (if needed), information entered into the system, and more.
- Follows through with team leader, staff and volunteer as volunteer takes on responsibilities over time.
- Conducts exit interviews when volunteers leave Wings of Hope.
The Qualifications
- Good communication skills, verbal and written.
- Availability Tuesday mornings for volunteer fulfillment team meeting.
- Willing to have a range of conversations, sometimes candid, with volunteers, team leaders and staff.
- Human resource experience is an asset.
SIS Mentor
As a SOAR into STEM Mentor, you will work with high school students using lessons designed by educators to inspire and educate students about the many exciting possibilities available to them through STEM and aviation careers.
Learn more about this position: SIS Mentor PDF
Aircraft Mechanics
Seeking A&P/IA Volunteers to service aircraft at Wings of Hope hangar at Spirit of St. Louis Airport (KSUS) in Chesterfield, MO.
- Work on single and twin-piston engine aircraft.
- Be available 1-2 days a week in the Wings of Hope hangar.
- Also looking for non-licensed but aircraft-experienced maintenance assistants who must have light aircraft refurbishment skill sets.
Facility Maintenance
Seeking Facility Maintenance Volunteers to help maintain the Wings of Hope offices and hangar at Spirit of St. Louis Airport (KSUS) in Chesterfield, MO.
The Job
- Help maintain the facility and be available to be on site at least one day a week for at least 4 hours.
The Qualifications
Experience in one or more of the following areas:
- HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning)
- Plumbing
- Electrical work
- General carpentry
- Power and lighting
- Machine/auto repair
- Carpentry/drywall
- Surface repairs (concrete and asphalt)
- Routine facility maintenance (e.g., painting, building cleanup, replacing light fixtures, etc.)
Volunteers are also expected to:
- Maintain a current and valid driver’s license.
- Make trips to local hardware stores (in company or personal vehicles) to purchase building maintenance items, as needed.
- Be willing to help with things outside the normal scope of work such as set up and break down for special events.
Avionics
Seeking Avionics Volunteers at Wings of Hope hangar at Spirit of St. Louis Airport (KSUS) in Chesterfield, MO.
- Inspect and test equipment such as radar, radio, navigation, autopilot, and compass systems, installed in aircraft, using hand tools and test equipment:
- Inspect components of equipment for defects, such as loose connections and frayed wire, and for accuracy of assembly and installation.
- Test avionics equipment under simulated or actual operating conditions to determine performance and airworthiness, using test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, digital meters and counters, and circuit analyzers.
- Adjust, repair, or replace defective components based on analysis of test results, following blueprints, schematics, handbooks, and other technical documents, using hand tools.
- Be familiar with Pitot Static and Transponder Checks
- Adjust frequencies of radio sets by signaling ground station and turning setscrews.
Garden & Grounds
Seeking Garden and Grounds Volunteers to maintain and beautify the landscaping surrounding Wings of Hope’s facility at Spirit of St. Louis Airport in Chesterfield, MO. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with native plants in a designed garden setting.
The Job
- Learn to perform a wide range of horticultural tasks and duties. All levels of experience welcome — our current team will guide you, as needed.
- Responsibilities include watering, weeding, mulching, tree pruning and planting.
- Certain tasks may demand working from ladders and with power equipment, including a mowing tractor.
- Be available to be on site at least 6-8 hours per week.
The Qualifications
- Have a passion for plants and the outdoors.
- Be capable of bending, stooping and lifting at least 50 pounds.
IT
Seeking IT Volunteers to take care of office-based technology at Wings of Hope at Spirit of St. Louis Airport (KSUS) in Chesterfield, MO.
The Job
- Address issues with all desktop and laptop computers, the local area network, broadband access for data and voice, telephone system, and various and sundry other smaller technology-based items.
- Provide support to our users by setting up their access to our network and our cloud based resources through Microsoft 365.
- Be present to answer questions as much as possible.
- Maintain outdated technology to maximize use and longevity.
- Stay up to date with ever-changing technology and plan for future updates and improvements.
The Qualifications
- Have experience with Microsoft-based technology and as many of their tools as possible.
- Be available at our facility one day a week.
- Hold responsibility for completion of required issue fixes.
- Maintain aptitude to research and fix a problem for which you don’t know the immediate solution.
- Practice good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Be able to bend, stoop and lift at least 40 pounds.
Employment:
St. Louis, Missouri
There are no available positions open at this time.
The following is a list of EMPLOYMENT opportunities at our St. Louis, MO Headquarters.
A&P Airplane Mechanic
Summary
Wings of Hope seeks an A&P (Airframe and Powerplant) mechanic to join our team. This position is responsible for the maintenance, inspection, and repair of Wings of Hope’s fleet of aircraft systems and components. Key duties include conducting routine servicing, airworthiness directives “AD” compliance checks, diagnosing issues, performing repairs on engines and airframes, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations and standards set by the FAA.
Key responsibilities include:
- Inspection: Conduct thorough inspections of aircraft systems, structures, and components to ensure they meet safety and regulatory standards.
- Maintenance: Perform routine and scheduled maintenance on aircraft, including servicing engines, fuselage, electrical systems, and landing gear.
- Repairs: Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and structural issues using hand tools, power tools, and specialized equipment.
- Compliance: Ensure adherence to federal aviation regulations (FARs) and policies of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), including record-keeping and documentation of all maintenance actions.
- Testing: Conduct functional testing and troubleshooting to verify the proper operation of aircraft systems and components post-maintenance.
- Modifications: Install and modify aircraft systems and parts, ensuring they are integrated properly and function as intended.
- Safety Practices: Maintain a safe working environment by following safety procedures and protocols, including using personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Collaboration: Work closely with other maintenance team members and volunteers to ensure the efficient completion of maintenance tasks.
- Training and Development: Stay updated on the latest aircraft technologies, maintenance procedures, and regulations through continuous education and training.
Airframe and Powerplant license and related experience.
Potential hazards associated with working around aircraft, electricity, pressurized air, hydraulic systems, use of hand and power tools, solvents, lubricants, and other combustible substances (aircraft fuel).
- A true interest in humanitarian work and the Wings of Hope mission
- Ability to transport and operate heavy tools and equipment
- Ability to work in varying temperatures both indoors and outdoors
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work with a wide variety of personalities and organization volunteer groups
The A&P mechanic is a full-time (40/hrs./week), hourly position reporting to the Director of Maintenance. Employee benefits including health, dental, and vision available. A generous vacation and time off policy is also offered. The hourly pay rate is $30.00.
Please send cover letter and resume to Steve Johnson, Director of Maintenance at steve.johnson@wingsofhope.ngo. Please enter “Mechanic” in the subject line.
As part of our commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment, Wings of Hope requires all staff and volunteers to undergo a background check before placement. By submitting your application, you acknowledge and consent to a background screening, which may include criminal history, sex offender registry, and other relevant checks, as permitted by law. Wings of Hope will conduct background checks in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. A criminal record does not automatically disqualify an applicant; decisions are made by Wings of Hope on a case-by-case basis.
Wings of Hope is an equal opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of an individual’s race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status or any other protected status. This policy applies to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, compensation, promotion, discipline and termination.