A&P Maintenance Technician

Alerion Aviation•Opa-locka, FL

48d

About The Position

JetRx is looking for an A&P Maintenance Technician to join the team at one of JetRx’s Southern Florida locations (Miami–Opa Locka, Fort Lauderdale, or West Palm Beach). The A&P Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, inspections, repairs, and modifications on a variety of aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations, company standards, and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) manuals. When needed, Maintenance Technician provides rapid-response mobile maintenance support for AOG situations, minimizing aircraft downtime and ensuring safe return to service across various locations.

Requirements

Valid FAA A&P license required.
2+ years of aircraft maintenance experience preferred.
3+ years of field or AOG maintenance experience.
Strong written and oral communications skills
Willingness to work in inclement weather
Ability to work successfully independently or as part of a team
Strong troubleshooting skills
Ability to analyze complex situations, processes, and procedures. Demonstrate flexibility in problem solving when required.
Ability to work in a manual environment, with physical demands such as:
- Lift, push, pull or carry heavy objects up to 50lbs
- Bend, stoop, squat, reach and grasp
- Work at heights in excess of 5 feet
- Work in confined spaces
Must be able to pass a DOT pre-employment urine drug screen and random drug and alcohol screenings in accordance with company policy.
Hold a current mechanic certificate with valid FAA airframe and powerplant ratings
Must hold a valid, unrestricted U.S. driver’s license
Authorized to work in the United States
Must be able to obtain SIDA and/or non-SIDA airport badges by passing a background check ordered by the airport.
Must be able to pass comprehensive background check including a TSA required fingerprint based criminal records check in compliance with TSA Security Program Standards and 49 CFR 154.229 and CFR 1544.230

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Gulfstream, Bombardier, or similar aircraft is a plus.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance per work orders and ensure compliance with FAA Part 145 standards.
When necessary, travel to off-site locations to resolve AOG issues quickly and professionally.
Troubleshoot mechanical and avionics systems.
Diagnose and repair mechanical, structural, and avionics issues under high-pressure conditions.
Maintain accurate maintenance records.
Communicate effectively with clients and dispatch on repair timelines.
Collaborate with inspection personnel and provide detailed discrepancy reports.
Adhere to safety and quality standards and ensure all work complies with FAA and Company policies
Ability to work varied shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the needs of the operation.
Additional duties as assigned.