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Aviation Maintenance Technician
Phoenix, Arizona, United States 11 hoursago - Be the first to apply
Ameriflight, LLC is the nation�s largest Part 135 Cargo airline and the unparalleled leader in scalable, outsourced aviation services to the regional express airfreight market. Our diversified portfolio of offerings allow major cargo integrators, manufacturers, aircraft operators and freight forwarders to adapt to the ever-changing demands and speed of a modern air cargo supply chain.
We operate over 150 dedicated cargo aircraft, including the Saab 340B, Embraer 120, Fairchild SA227, Beechcraft 1900, and Beechcraft 99 from bases across the U.S. and Puerto Rico.
BASIC DUTIES
Ameriflight mechanics work on aircraft from nose to tail, which means they are able to gain unique expertise that cannot be found anywhere else.
- Perform all manner of maintenance on Ameriflight aircraft in accordance with company policy, manufacturer�s recommendations and Federal Aviation Regulations.
- Inspect, troubleshoot and repair airframe and powerplant components and systems
- Document work completed per company procedures and Federal Aviation Regulations
- Maintain a clean and safe work area
- May be required to tow aircraft and perform minor maintenance on GSE equipment as needed
- Other duties as assigned
EXPERIENCE
Previous experience with Ameriflight fleet types; Beechcraft 99 and B1900, Embraer EMB-120, Fairchild SA227 and Saab 340 aircraft is preferredPrevious experience with GE T700 / CT7, PT6A, PW118 and TPE331 series powerplants preferredExperience within a fast-paced, scheduled maintenance operationGENERAL REQUIREMENTS
Must hold a valid FAA Aircraft Mechanic certificate with Airframe & Powerplant ratingsMust be at least 18 years of ageMust be eligible to work in USMust be able to read, write, speak, and understand English and be able to communicate effectively with other employeesMust be able to interpret documents such as policy, repair and safety manualsMust be able to work various shiftsPositive disposition, professional attitude, professional appearanceAbility to gain airport access badgeSuccessful completion of pre-employment required DOT drug screening and other required background checksMay travel for training, to repair aircraft in the field, and to provide temporary support for other basesValid Driver's License required and must meet all company insurance criteriaPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to manipulate objects, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlMust frequently lift and / or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 75Ability to perform repetitive tasksWORK ENVIRONMENT
May work outdoors, in weather as necessaryMay work near moving aircraft and machineryMay work in a potentially noisy work environmentBENEFITS
Ameriflight strives to provide our employees a good work-life balance and are constantly working to improve our benefitsCompetitive SalaryOpportunity for growth and promotionFull Medical, Dental, and Vision benefitsCompany provided Life Insurance401K with company matchVacation