Aircraft Maintenance Controller – Sign on Bonus

Piedmont Airlines is seeking a motivated, reliable professional to join our team as an Aircraft Maintenance Controller in Salisbury, MD. APPLY TODAY to speak with a recruiter!

We offer:

• Pay: $32.69/hour
• Industry best comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision coverage, paid life, and disability insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, and family travel privileges within the American Airlines system
• Career progression
• We promote from within
• Job security
• Family-oriented atmosphere (you’re not just a number)
• Travel for free
• Pay increases per union contract annually
• Free uniforms
• Top performing regional carrier for maintenance

Sign-on bonus: (Tied to a 2-year commitment to the airline)

• 0-2 years of experience: $7,500 OR $2,500 + a fully loaded toolbox
• 2-4 years of experience: $12,500
• 4+ years of experience: $17,500

Job Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for coordinating maintenance discrepancies and corrections on all operational aircraft, as well as monitoring all line station mechanical problems.

• Coordinate maintenance discrepancies and corrections on all operational aircraft
• Monitor all line station mechanical problems
• Reduce and hold maintenance recovery time to a minimum
• Monitor aircraft availability
• Coordinate equipment changes with Maintenance and Dispatch
• Provide technical assistance to all Maintenance personnel
• Execute the Minimum Equipment List/Configuration Deviation List (MEL/CDL) program
• Coordinate parts and staffing requirements for mechanical interruptions, engine changes and field repairs
• Monitor field repairs and coordinate return of work crews to their home base
• Coordinate with Dispatch and Maintenance Planning for MEL/CDL procedures as outlined in Company manuals
• Arrange charter aircraft for dispatching of parts and/or maintenance technicians to outstations
• Notify Inspection department of reportable incidents involving any Company operated aircraft
• Coordinate checking of engine oil quantities and record results

Hours/Schedules:

• 40-hour work week
• Variety of shifts available

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of a High school diploma or GED
• 18 years of age or older
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• FAA Airframe and Powerplant certification
• At least one year experience as a certified mechanic
• Possess an understanding of aircraft computer maintenance record keeping systems
• Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, walking, standing, reaching, lifting, climbing up and down stairs
• Handle objects up to 70 pounds regularly, up to 100+ pounds occasionally with assistance from co-workers or tools

Preferred:

• Experience in the maintenance of aircraft of the type operated by the Company

About us:

As a wholly-owned subsidiary of the American Airlines Group, Piedmont operates nearly 400 daily departures to 55+ cities throughout the eastern United States, from Charlotte, Philadelphia, and Chicago. Headquartered in Salisbury, Maryland, Piedmont Airlines employs nearly 10,000 aviation professionals. Our team is a diverse group of people, all with a passion for aviation. We strive for excellence, and recognize that everyone – no matter which job title they hold – is responsible for our success. We celebrate our accomplishments together and learn from our mistakes. We hold each other accountable. We work as a team. We care for each other. We are Piedmont.