Aircraft Maintenance Technician - Saab 340 Experience Required

Ameriflight LLC • Grapevine, TX

14h

About The Position

Ameriflight is seeking experienced Saab 340 maintenance professionals to support its growing ESCS Charter division. The company operates four Saab 340 aircraft based in DFW, with additional growth planned. This opportunity is exclusively for candidates with prior hands-on Saab 340 maintenance experience. Mechanics work on aircraft from nose to tail and primarily support the Saab 340 fleet, with possible maintenance support for other fleet types as operational needs require. They perform aircraft maintenance in accordance with company policy, manufacturer recommendations, and Federal Aviation Regulations; inspect, troubleshoot, and repair airframe and powerplant components and systems; document completed work; and maintain a clean and safe work area. Travel may be required for training, field aircraft repairs, or temporary support at other bases. The role may involve outdoor work in various weather, proximity to moving aircraft and machinery, and potentially noisy conditions.

Requirements

• Prior hands-on Saab 340 maintenance experience.
• Valid FAA Aircraft Mechanic certificate with Airframe and Powerplant ratings.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Eligible to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Able to read, write, speak, and understand English and communicate effectively with other employees.
• Able to interpret policy, repair, and safety manuals.
• Meet airport badging requirements, including a TSA security background check.
• Successfully complete the required pre-employment DOT drug screening and other required background checks.
• Have and maintain a valid driver's license and meet company insurance criteria.
• Able to work various shifts.
• Frequently able to sit, stand, walk, use hands to manipulate objects, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with Beechcraft 99, B1900, Embraer EMB-120, Fairchild SA227, or Saab 340B aircraft is preferred.
• Previous experience with GE T700/CT7, PT6A, PW118, or TPE331 series powerplants is preferred.
• Experience within a fast-paced, scheduled maintenance operation.

Responsibilities

• Support the Saab 340 fleet and, as operational needs require, provide maintenance support for other fleet types.
• Perform maintenance on company aircraft in accordance with company policy, manufacturer recommendations, and Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair airframe and powerplant components and systems.
• Document completed work according to company procedures and Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Travel for training, field aircraft repairs, and temporary support at other bases as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Pay commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity for growth and promotion.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Company-provided life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Vacation.
• The company strives to provide employees with a good work-life balance and is constantly working to improve its benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed