Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Line RON - OAK

Southwest Airlines•Oakland, CA

2d•$35 - $35

About The Position

Want to help planes stay ready to fly while working out on the ramp? Line RON Aircraft Maintenance Technicians at Southwest work outside on the ramp to inspect and repair planes during overnight hours. They check systems, fix issues, and make sure each aircraft is ready for its next flight. Working closely with Technical Operations and Airport Teams, they help keep our schedule running smoothly. This role is perfect for someone who likes hands-on work, being outdoors, and helping Southwest deliver safe and on-time service every day. Check out what a day as an AMT is like: swa.is/DayAsAnAMT Additional details This role is part of a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which means pay, schedules, and other job details are set through an agreement with the labor union. Work schedules are based on seniority and may include early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays. There may be times when mandatory overtime is required to support flight operations, but there are also opportunities to trade shifts and find a schedule that works for you. U.S. citizenship or current authorization to work in the U.S. required and no current or future work authorization sponsorship available. Learn more about becoming an Aircraft Maintenance Technician and the FAQs: https://careers.southwestair.com/tech-ops We’re committed to fair hiring practices and to making employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristics.

Requirements

Must be able to read and comprehend maintenance procedures manuals and related documents, wire diagrams, blue prints, Aircraft Change Orders, special items and log write ups
Must be able to follow instructions, learn, understand, and comply with maintenance procedures, rules and regulations
Must be able to write accurate and complete summaries of work accomplished on required forms and sign to verify work was performed as indicated
Must have sufficient computer skills to access and complete computer based training modules
Must be able to meet all training requirements in a timely manner
Must be aware of hazardous situations and be able to handle emergencies as needed
Must be able to perform well in fast paced environment working under specific deadlines and time constraints to perform aircraft maintenance to meet the demands of the flight schedule
Must work well with others as part of a team and work under stressful situations
Must be able to remain alert to moving vehicles or aircraft and use radio equipment effectively
Must be able to communicate information and instructions in writing, verbally or via radio equipment
Provides friendly service to and maintains positive relationship with all Internal and External customers
Works in cooperative spirit to ensure the success of our Company
Required: High School Diploma or GED
Required: 2 years of Aircraft Maintenance Experience, including 1 year of Heavy Jet Aircraft Maintenance Experience (12,500 lbs or more)
Required: Must meet the recency of experience requirements of CFR 65.83
To satisfy the recent work experience requirement, the applicant must have been actively working, utilizing their A&P license for at least 6 of the preceding 24 months
As operations permit, applicants who cannot meet this requirement and are awarded an AMT classification, must work under the supervision of an AMT for six months and may also be required to attend additional training
Must possess a valid U.S. Driver's License
Valid Federal A&P Certificates, as required by Federal Law
Must be able to perform all job functions within cramped and confined spaces and in hazardous areas
Must be able to lift and move items of up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
Must be able to climb, bend, kneel, crawl, and stoop on a frequent basis and for extended periods of time
Must maintain a well-groomed appearance per Company appearance standards as described in established guidelines
Must be a U.S. citizen or have the authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines
Must possess the tools required to perform routine aircraft maintenance
Must be able to work rotating shifts, holidays, and overtime.

Responsibilities

Works in a cooperative spirit to ensure the success of our Company
The work of the Mechanic shall include all work generally recognized as Mechanic's work performed by the Company in its airline operations in and about Company shops, maintenance bases, and maintenance stations--including, but not limited to--checks, dismantling, overhauling, repairing, fabricating, assembling, welding, erecting, and painting all parts of aircraft, aircraft engines, radio equipment, instruments, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, and machine tool work in connection therewith
Must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed on this description
May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders, with all internal and external Customers

Benefits

Fly for free, as a privilege, on any open seat on all Southwest flights (your eligible dependents too)
Southwest will help fund your Retirement Savings Plan with Company contributions up to 9.3% of your eligible earnings
Potential for annual ProfitSharing contribution in the Southwest Retirement Savings Plan- when Southwest profits, you profit
Competitive health insurance for you and your eligible dependents (including pets)
Southwest offers health plan coverage options that start from the very first day of employment. You will have 30 days to select and enroll in your health plan with coverage retroactively available to your first day of employment

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